The front of your house is a huge part of what people use to determine the curb appeal. The curb appeal of a house is what people think if they were to just stand outside and make assumptions based on what they can see. That is why some people choose to make upgrades to the exterior and one area of the front of the house that can make a huge difference is the garage door. It is an area that you pull up to and get out of your car before you go into someone’s house. It is also a big part of what makes up the décor of the exterior of the home. There are options when it comes to your garage door that you can choose. There are colors, styles and materials that you can look at and decide which might be best for you. AAA Action Doors outlines the pros and cons of a wood garage door.
Types of Wood Garage Doors
When you are looking to have a garage door installed in your house and you want wood there are several options. You want to talk to a professional so they can help to determine the type of wood product is best in your area. They also can look at the color that you want. The door will be stained a particular color that you can choose. You also want to look at having any extra hardware that also acts as décor installed as well.
Benefits of a Wood Garage Door
One of the best benefits that you can enjoy when you choose a wood garage door is that they are beautiful. The standard aluminum door is great but wood is much more elegant. They wood can be carved into beautiful patterns and shapes. The color is another benefits because you can choose a nice natural wood stain or a dark wood stain for the type of décor that you want to accomplish. The wood is versatile and can be cut and shaped to fit any size garage. The other benefit that you can enjoy is that the wood is great against most types of weather and elements. As long as the wood is sealed it can hold up in rain, snow, wind and other weather. If there is damage done to the door it usually can be repaired by a professional instead of having to replace the entire unit. If a wood garage door is properly maintained, it can last over 20 years.
Cons of Wood Garage Doors
They first is that they are heavy in comparison to other types of garage door materials. You may need to purchase a motor that can handle the size as well as adjust the springs so that it can handle opening and closing the door. The door will need to be maintained by a professional. The sealant that is on the wood can wear off and the wood will start to become damaged. That is why you need to make sure that it is cleaned and sealed when necessary. They may be a higher cost when you first install but if you do the right amount of maintenance they will last.
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