Factors to Consider for a Garage Door Installation

An attractive looking garage door creates a good first impression of your home. It gives your home curb appeal. So if you’re thinking of getting a new garage door installation, here are the factors you should consider to achieve an elegant, classy, curb appeal:

Materials

When choosing the right material for your garage door installation, you need to take into consideration the climate of your area, as well as the exterior material of your home. Depending on where you live, you can choose from various materials such as fibreglass, metal or timber. If you want a durable material that will last a long time, metal and fibreglass are the suggested choices. On the other hand, if you want to create a beautiful aesthetic look, wood is a great option. The following is a guide on what material to get in terms of your home’s exteriors:

·        Stone details – wooden doors metal with a good grain finish

·        Flat or stucco finish – aluminium door

·        Rustic exterior – wooden door with modern contemporary lines.

Style

Once you have the right material, pick a style that will match the architecture of your home. Garage doors come in various styles. Here is a guide on the most common style in terms of your home’s architecture:

·        Edwardian or Arts & Crafts – garage doors with raised panels or sections.

·        1950s ranch style – garage door with plain finish with simple horizontal wood slants.

·        Traditional – steel garage doors are a good choice.

·        Contemporary – garage doors that make a statement like an all-glass materials or a traditional one that has a unique design.

Colours and accessories

The colour also matters when choosing your garage door. You can try comparing different colours against your home and pick the best one that complements the material and style of your home. If you want to achieve a minimised look of your garage door, you can paint it with the same colour as that of your siding. On the other hand, if you want to make a statement out of it, choose a door with an accented colour. You can also add accessories to your doors such as trims. Trims can bring an added charm to your door that will make it to stand out. Just make sure that the accessories are designed well to avoid unnecessary garage door service in the future.

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