Garage Door Secure able to supply and install a wide range of Timber garage doors including up and over timber garage doors, side hinged, and sectional timber doors.
But why even consider choosing timber garage doors in the first place?
In this latest blog post, we are going to take you through all different options for you to consider. By the end of this post, you’ll know exactly what is available so you can get started with your timber garage door search!
Timber Up And Over Garage Doors
Up and over garage door offer a simple design and no-frills approach. They lift overhead and are closed overhead. This simple design is highly attractive to many customers but with timber up and over garage doors, you can really create that edgy look. Garage Door Secure partner with industry-leading timber garage door manufacturers that supply different variations of timber including Idigbo, Oak, Accoya, Cedar, and more. Timber up and over garage door generally come with two options to select from; canopy or retractable mechanisms. For timber doors, our number one suggestion is to go with retractable openings as this works best with automated features integrated within the door.
Timber Side Hinged Garage Doors
When it comes to choosing your ideal timber garage door, side hinged timber garage doors are another incredibly popular option. Garage Door Secure partner with Garador who supply some outstanding timber side hinged garage doors ready for installation. Side hinged garage doors are the perfect choice for your garage if you require easy and frequent access. These doors open outwardly – just like any other type of internal door – with manual or remote control operation available. Some of the popular timber side hinged garage doors that are popularly requested include the Garador Ashton Side Hinged, Garador Chevron Side Hinged, and more.
Timber Sectional Garage Doors
Similarly to the roller door, sectional doors open vertically and offer fantastic space-saving capabilities. When it comes to sectional doors, timber is is an extremely popular option. A choice of hardwoods and softwoods are to be carefully considered when weighting up the option for sectional doors and your choice will ultimately depend on the type of style you’re looking for. Furthermore, some of the most popular timber types that are available on today’s market include Mahogany, European Oak, Hemlock, Cedarwood, and more.
Timber Doors – Benefits
You might be thinking, why even consider timber garage doors in the first place? Although other types of garage door materials, such as aluminium and steel, serve their purpose timber doors are known to serve a purpose of their own. Below are just a few benefits of selecting a wooden/timber garage door for your home;-
• Aesthetically Pleasing – There is something about timber garage doors that words can’t quite summarise. When you see a timber garage door, it stands out from the crowd and the natural finishes give it that extra edge. There are a multitude of different types of timber for you to select from so whatever natural finish you’re looking for, you will achieve that wow factor.
• Strength – The strength of timber doors should not be underestimated. Timber doors are timeless and unmatched in terms of durability and longevity. In fact, these type of doors are well-known for being the heaviest type of doors and it’s almost impossible for them to suffer from cracks and dents which is always good to know. If maintenance ins required, natural treatments can be utilised.
• Highly Customisable – When choosing a garage door for your property, you want ultimate flexibility and versatility so that you can select a bespoke door that meets your personal specifications. That’s exactly what you get with timber doors as they are highly customisable. Unlike metal doors, you are able to replace individual panels if you decide you want a change further down the line. Likewise, you are also able to refinish or easily repaint the door to another colour.
Types Of Timber
Each type of timber serves a different purpose and ultimately creates a different finish. Therefore, it’s important to explore all different options before proceeding with your sale to ensure you have identified all possible options. Some of the most popular types of timber include Idigbo, Accoya, Oak, Cedar, and much more. It’s always advisable to ask the garage door company you’re working with to show your visual examples of each type of timber.
Get In Touch With Garage Door Secure
We hope that you got as much information out of this latest blog post as possible regarding timber doors. There are so many options out there so if you’re ready to get started, make sure that you choose a company that can explore these options with you and not rush you into a sale – just like Garage Door Secure. If you would like to discuss anything with us or book a free survey, please do get in touch with us today on 0116 332 3613 or use our contact form.