PVC is an affordable material that’s used for garage doors and sometimes it can be better to stick with the simplest solution. Plain white PVC garages are easy to spot, and while they may require a spot of cleaning from time to time, they can compliment most properties, whether they’re traditional or modern. These doors can have different designs incorporated so they don’t have to be completely straight forward, but it’s definitely a safe option, and if you ever fancied a change of colour in the future then that’s not an issue. A plain white roller garage door will be secure, low maintenance and impact resistant, if it’s bought from a leading manufacturer that is, yet it doesn’t take away or add to the style of your property, and for...
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The majority of roller garage doors are manufactured with electronic operation, meaning you can open the garage door whilst you’re seated in your vehicle. It’s a safe and secure way to enter your home and it should be a necessity if you live in a high-crime area. Remote control operation is now fitted with sectional doors and round the corner doors among others, and it’s fair to say that it’s the norm for contemporary garage doors. That said, the number of up and over doors are not decreasing. If you have a large driveway then an up and over door may be ideal as you don’t need to park extremely close to garage, but these do not tend to be fitted with electronic operation. The type of door you decide...
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Modern home designing with a touch of “not-so-modern” yet sophisticated style is appreciated not only across the UK but also in different parts of the world. Among the most beautiful styles in home designing that is gaining fame fast is the use of Tudor style garage doors. Tudor style is a design which became very popular in the 1920s and the 1930s. However, its popularity faded due to Colonial revival and other factors. After a few decades, Tudor style invaded the market once again and became fashionable. In the present time, it is one of the most common garage door styles used in several regions of the UK.

We have already discussed 3 types in our previous post so now we’ll move on to sectional, roller and round the corner. Sectional Garage Doors – these offer greater security, have insulated options and don’t swing out like most up and overs. The doors are split horizontally into panels and operate in vertical tracks that curve into horizontal ones to follow the roof of the garage. These types of doors can be easily converted to remote control. Roller Shutter Door These are similar to the sectional, but are slats instead of panels. They are constructed from either steel or aluminium; some manufacturers construct a roller shutter from a continuous roll of galvanised steel. They do tend to have a larger roll at the top, so be weary of this. They...
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Selecting a garage door should be based on several factors, but underlining these factors is budget. The cost of a garage door can vary greatly depending on the type you want installed. Electric doors are usually the more expensive option. There are several door operating systems which we are going to introduce you to: Canopy up and over – called canopy because when open about a third of the door protrudes out from the framework – forming a ‘canopy’. Retractable up and over – this is similar to the Canopy, but has no cables to lift the door, instead the side mounted lifting arms with tension springs carry the weight. However, because of these, it makes the drive through space more narrow. Retractable PLUS Up and Over – just like...
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While one may not think much of garage doors, it is important to note that they play an extremely important role in terms of your vehicle’s safety and protection. After all, it is much more than just a means of shutting the garage opening! A good quality garage door is capable of protecting your vehicle from external factors including the weather. While a standard up-and-over door may be capable of getting the job done, it is always a better decision to opt for something superior so that you can enjoy additional useful features and benefits, not to mention added protection too! Moreover, this door is an important design element of your house because it affects the overall appearance of your house, so you might want to choose wisely in this...
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The bottom seal of a garage door is actually more important than many people would think, especially if you want your garage to offer a good level of insulation. The bottom seal also prevents dust and dirt from entering your garage and if you have a low quality seal, then you may as well have a poor quality door. The majority of seals are made of rubber, while they tend to make contact with the flow when the door is closed. Tube seals are becoming more and more popular and that’s because they provide a certain amount of cushion between the floor and your door. Seals will need changing from time to time, and they are usually the finishing touch to a garage door installation. If you want to prevent...
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