Generally when purchasing a high security garage door, buyers are looking for one of two things. First, they may want a door that has an imposing presence and is hard to break through. While this is a business instinct, it is not a product specification. Second, they may have experienced a burglary firsthand or know someone who has, and they want a door that will withstand an attack of this nature. These are two different and distinct needs, and the marketplace most of the time will not address them. The garage is the most common entry point for a home burglary. This is not because garage doors are weak. It is actually quite the opposite. Newer garage doors are generally very secure. The old garage doors that were installed in...
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Buying an up and over garage door typically entails selecting a panel style and color. How the door functions is often a last-minute decision, frequently made by the installer, and more often than not, made without elaborating. It is unfortunate because the mechanism will impact daily use of the door. It will determine how far out the door swings, if the door can be automated, how the door locks, and what failsafess are built into the system. In the UK, two main styles of mechanics are used for up and over doors: canopy and retractable. A third system, the side-spring counterbalance mechanism, is designed for extra wide and non-standard openings, but is rarely implemented for domestic use. For the majority of up and over doors, it’s either canopy or retractable....
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Most people do not replace their garage doors often. Once every fifteen years, maybe? This means you are starting from scratch. The number of companies that compete for your business is overwhelming. A garage door is a bigger investment than you would expect. The door itself, the installation, the automation if you are having it, and hopefully something that will last and will not give you headaches in the years to come. Experience with what you’re actually buying Garage door companies do not sell the same products. Some focus on roller doors, others on sectional doors, and some on side-hinged traditional doors. Once you are set on a particular type of door, there is no point in getting estimates from someone who does not install that type of door very...
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When you approach a house in a car, the first thing you see is the garage door. It’s big, it’s front facing, and it’s going to make or break your kerb appeal. Colour is evolving subtly, and this year is all about turning a corner: soft warmth, bold accents, natural colour influence, all mixed in.  Are Neutrals Being Remodelled?  Neutral colours have long been “safe bets,” but in 2025 they’re being tweaked. Instead of cool white or dull grey, people are choosing warmer neutrals: taupes, greiges (grey + beige), yellows or brown-coloured creams. They still blend harmoniously, but they’re softer, more welcoming.  Earthy neutrals with light colours are extremely fashionable for brick homes or homes that utilise natural stone due to the fact that they emulate those textures without trying...
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Your garage door labours hard. Up and down, day after day, year after year. Most people never give it any thought until something goes wrong. Then you’re stuck in your driveway wondering why you didn’t recognise the signs earlier.  Emitting Persistent Unusual Noises  That grinding sound when you open your door? It’s not normal. Nor is the squeaking, rattling, or banging which gets louder each week. Your garage door is supposed to be quiet. When it starts to make noise, the springs, rollers, or tracks are worn out. Every now and then a little oil will fix it. Most times, you’re dealing with replacement parts that cost almost as much as a new door.  The problem with noisiness of a garage door is that it deteriorates. What starts as a...
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