Introduction
Welcome to www.new-garage-doors.co.uk, a site which gives an overview of the styles of garage doors available. We also look at the different materials that can be used in the manufacture of garage doors. We have no affiliation with any garage door retailers or manufacturers, so we believe our articles are completely impartial. That certainly is the intention. We hope out articles give you some useful background information if you are looking to obtain a new garage door. We also look at some of the things you will need to consider when making your choice.
Garage Door Styles
There are four main varieties of garage doors.
Sectional garage doors open vertically so are idea for short driveways and provide an excellent level of security.
These are similiar to sectional garage doors as they open vertically. There is a certain amount of headroom required for a roller garage door so not all garages are suitable.
The most traditional look, side hung garage doors as the name suggests open sideways.
The most popular variety the Up & over garage door creates a canopy when open.
Garage Door Materials
There are three main materials used for the manufacture of garage doors, which are timber, steel and GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic). Each of these three materials have their own merits which we look at in more detail elsewhere on the site.
Things To Consider
There are many things to consider when choosing the style and make of your new garage door. For example, the length of the driveway, the height of the garage and the width of the garage should all be considered. Also, the level of security required and the appearance will all influence the final choice.
We hope that this site helps you in some way with the process of choosing a new garage door. Also, we are happy to publish any articles related to garage doors or your experiences in buying a garage door.
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