subject: Wooden Garage Door Buying Tips [print this page] Wooden garage doors combine form with function. Made of cedar or oak, these doors are solid and built to last. They are also top-of-the-line and pricey. But if you feel like a timber garage door is the best option for you, read on to discover how to buy a timber garage door.
Timber garage doors are glazed. There are many different brands available, such as Cardale, Carteck, Cedar Door, Chamberlain, Garador, Hormann, Marantec, Merlin, Novoferm, Seceuroglide, Seip and Wessex.
These doors are mostly automated and can be made to measure.
The most luxurious timber garage doors are made of solid cedar and feature paneled designs. If you have enough money, this is the way to go. But for the more budget-conscious, there are timber garage doors that are not made of solid wood. These can also have designs such as chevron.
Specialized timber garage doors such as the Hormann Open Infill can be customized. These are also a good option for electric operation.
For old-school homeowners who want to stick with a manual garage door, there are also timber garage doors designed for manual operation, such as the Hormann Rutland and the Hormann Shepshed.
There is a wide range of designs to choose from. Fans of classic timber garage doors should check out the Tudor and the Vertical designs from the same brand. The latter is available in both canopy and retractable models. The Vertical model is also available as a horizontal design. For lovers of the Elizabethan era, the Garador Seymour follows a bygone design from this period.
This is the only thing that is antique about these doors however, as the Garador Seymour can be fully automated. Doors such as the Garador Kingsbury are ready to be used with an electric garage door opener.
If you live in the United Kingdom, some doors such as the Garador Bosworth can be handmade to order. Doors such as the Garador Horizontal Cedar come with a factory fitted steel frame that will make installation easier.
When buying a timber garage door, make sure to read the fine print. Doors like the Cedar Door Ashbourne are handcrafted and available in widths of up to eight feet. However, the canopy mechanism of this door is not recommended for use with an electric door opener.
If you are looking for a side hung door, the Cedar Door Bakewell is a popular option. You can also buy an optional personnel access door along with your garage door.
Before you buy a garage door, make sure to familiarize yourself with measuring guides and door sizes. That way you will not be confused by all the technical terms and you will know exactly what you are looking for. If you just cannot seem to figure out what the specifications of your garage door should be, some websites offer a service where you can send them your measurements and they will work out the specifications.
Wooden garage doors add charm to vacation homes but these are also a good option for homeowners who like a classic look and want to make a statement. While timber garage doors can be expensive, if you look carefully, you will be able to find a timber door to grace your garage.
