Purchasing a Wooden Garage Door
Garage doors need to be safe, reliable and functional, but who says they can't look nice, too?
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When you choose the right door for your home, it blends seamlessly into the overall aesthetic and helps to create a stunning curb appeal that impresses neighbors, family members and friends — all while leaving a big smile on your face. If you're going for a timeless, classy look, a finely crafted, wood garage door might be the best solution for you. As an authorized master Clopay® dealer, Marvin's Garage Door can fulfill your vision with no issues!
Wooden garage doors not only jump out to the eyes, but they can offer many practical advantages, too. That said, there are other factors you must seriously consider when deliberating on your choices.
Pros and Cons of Wooden Garage Doors
If you're considering installing a new wooden garage door as part of your home construction or renovation, understanding every aspect of the decision ahead of you is essential for achieving ultimate satisfaction. Here are some positives and negatives to mull over:
- PRO — Customization: Clopay offers a vast array of options when selecting a door, including wood type, style, color and more. Perhaps you want sleek, light cedar for your modern home. Or maybe you want deep-colored, reclaimed wood to complement a rustic appeal. Depending on what archetype you select, you can personalize your product down to nearly every last detail.
- CON — Cost and Maintenance: Beautiful, sturdy craftsmanship can come at a price. Wood usually costs more than other common garage door materials, like steel, due to the added labor required and depth of customization. It will also require more regular maintenance to keep its appearance, as the elements tend to wear the door down over time.
- PRO — Eco-Friendly: Clopay harvests trees from sustainable and natural fallen forestry, so you don't have to worry about your door being the product of destructive, uncontrolled logging that harms the ecosystem. You can also choose reclaimed wood, which eliminates the need to cut down any new trees in the first place.
- CON — Sensitive to Climate: In a warmer, wetter climate like North Carolina, you have to be mindful of excessive moisture — like rain, snow and humidity — that can cause your doors to warp and swell. This phenomenon can affect how the door sits on the rails, which might lead to jams or slowdowns. Other environmental factors can also lead to softening and rot.
- PRO — Naturally Sturdy: Wood is the most robust material you can use for garage doors, which makes it less likely to dent or crack if you accidentally run into it with your car or another piece of machinery. Those kinds of mistakes can cost a good deal of money to repair on steel or other types of metal.
Real Wood vs. Faux Wood Garage Doors
So you take in all of the above information, and you're still not sure about what you should do. If you're in love with the idea of having the look of a real wood garage door but are hesitant about negatives like cost or maintenance, we can suggest an alternative method.
Clopay also offers
faux wood garage doors that replicate the familiar look with an assortment of different materials. The overlay mimics your desired wood look and might even incorporate some wood into the design, but the door itself contains popular materials like fiberglass and steel.
Faux wood might not be as glorious as its authentic counterpart, but it still offers an array of positives while maintaining an expertly crafted appearance.
- Less Expensive: Due to the use of more readily-available materials, faux wood doors are much easier to manufacture.
- Low Maintenance: Less wood means less worry about warping, rotting and chipping, which can lead to significantly lower maintenance cost. It's hard to match the sturdiness of natural wood, but these doors maintain their integrity well. They're also easier to clean.
However, it can be easy to discern the difference between fake and real, depending on the design. If you can make peace with that, you might find the perfect compromise.
What Are Your Options?
Clopay makes a variety of real and faux wood designs to match popular house styles. Here are some of your options:
- Modern: Sleek and clean, these real wood garage doors come in seven different models. You can prime, stain or paint the final product, which also offers insulation.
- Limited Edition: Are you looking for a classic, swing-style option like carriage doors of old? The Limited Edition's construction ranges between four and five layers based on design and features. It also includes energy-efficient insulation.
Contact Marvin's Garage Doors for Help With Your Wooden Garage Doors
We have served northwestern North Carolina for more than 50 years, and you'll find no better business to install your wooden garage doors. We'll discuss your order in detail to address your concerns and find your perfect fit, and we'll also go into installation options.
Contact us today to discuss your new garage door!
