Security is often a common big issue with roller doors and many do have a weak point. This is usually because they can lack proper mechanisms at the top of the curtain to sufficiently keep the door secure and prevent a forced opening from the bottom. However, there are certain types of roller doors that get around this issue due to their better design. An example of this are the double skinned aluminium roller doors. These are generally more secure with the SWS Seceuroglide Excel aluminium roller door maintaining a level one design insurance rating. When installed correctly these types of doors will provide high levels of resistance against any attempted entries. Some standard roller doors can be secure but only if they are of a certain quality, the right specification and size for...
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Garage door insulation has a dual purpose; it prevents heat from escaping out of the garage, which reduces energy costs during the winter. It also prevents heat from penetrating the garage door, keeping the garage cooler during the hotter months. These reasons make garage door insulation a popular choice for those who spend a lot of time in there. But what kind of insulation is right for certain garages? There are many different forms of garage door insulation, which fall into two categories, pre-insulated garage doors and garage door insulation kits. A pre-insulated garage door can be purchased on its own, fully insulated it simply needs to be installed and its ready to go. A separate three-layer insulation kit is also available and is a cost effective alternative to buying a ready insulated door. Made...
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There’s no end to the different colours you can paint your garage door, but which colours are best? The answer comes down mostly to personal preference, but there are however some things to bear in mind when choosing a colour which works well with the rest of the home. Its recommend that the garage doors are painted  in the same color as the house itself and not the trim color. Painting the garage doors the same colors as the body of the house will also make your home appear larger. The trim around the doors should be painted either to match the door, or to match the trim on the rest of your home.  Usually it looks best if it is the same as on the rest of your home but there are times when it may...
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Gone are the days when garage doors are just plain and may be unsightly to look at. Now that everybody seems to pay attention with design and aesthetics at home. Almost everyone is starting to look for a prettier option for garage doors. And because of the demand for more stylish garage doors, a lot of manufacturing companies have stepped up and gave the consumers what they need. If you check the market today, you will see that you can find hundreds if not thousands of doors in all colours and make there. It does not really matter where you live or where you are located, because pretty sure you will find something that you like. In Sussex for example, you can always visit shops in your area to check...
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Security shutters are a great way to keep a garage securely sealed. Much like a normal garage door, security shutters completely enclose the entrance to a garage but with added security and durability attributes. There are many different  shutter designs available each suited for certain uses. Examples include office/commercial use shutters which has police and insurance approved specifications; as well as roller shutters with scrolled 75mm galvanised steel slat profile which has a traditional security shutter look. Security shutters are perfect for domestic, industrial or commercial use with a vast range of colour choices and fixed or remote access control options ensuring the easiest and safest control methods. The shutters can be integrated into a home automation or independent control system if required. Security shutters are often bespoke made according to the size of the entrance, providing security for high risk...
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