There are quite a few options when it comes to garage doors, no matter if you are buying one for a brand new home or replacing your old garage door. When it comes to garage doors, most think of aesthetics, function, and cost. Where each garage door has their own strengths and weaknesses, we at AAA Action Doors would like to briefly discuss the common materials used for your consideration, which include aluminum, steel, wood and fiberglass.
Steel Garage Doors
Steel is the most common garage door material due to its versatility and advantages. Pros include:
Affordable – Steel is an affordable option as far as garage doors are concerned, though they are usually a bit more than aluminum. The price is dictated by style, size, and special features.
Durable – Steel, is remarkably strong and durable material, particularly when it is coated to protect it against rust, or galvanized. Coatings protect it from warping and cracking and is available in a variety of thicknesses, and the thicker it is, they tougher it is.
Easy Maintenance – Particularly when compared to wood, steel is simple to maintain. If the door is painted, it may require repainting from time to time. Otherwise, normal professional maintenance with weather stripping and hardware replacements are the only other needs as it wears year to year.
Custom – As a popular choice, the styles and options are available in wide range. The colors and finishes and faux textures can better fit your home. Window configuration, and other features can be included to get style and performance.
Though beneficial, steel garage doors can have a few disadvantages, they are:
Dents – Any metal, including steel, is susceptible to dents with an enough force. Thinner metals, like aluminum, have a higher risk, but lower gauge steel, such as 25 or below, can be easily dented with connection to a baseball, basketball, vehicle and other such objects. If you opt for steel, fortify your steel garage door against denting.
Rust – Steel is prone to rust and corrosion. To prevent steel from rusting or corroding, galvanized or other protected coating is recommended.
Insulation – Steel is not a good insulator on its own, making insulation features essential for energy efficiency.
Aluminum Garage Doors
Aluminum is a viable option. In most cases, though these doors can be fully metal, they are comprised of an aluminum frame that holds glass or fiberglass panels.
Pros – They are contemporary, with a sleek, modern look. This material is rust-resistant, lightweight, affordable, and low maintenance.
Cons – Privacy lacking, high-risk damage, and poor insulator.
Wooden Garage Doors
If you want your garage doors to fit a more classic or rustic aesthetic, wooden garage doors are a timeless option. Pros – Their advantages include their rich beauty, customizable options, eco-friendly solution, and with proper maintenance they are long-lasting.
Cons – Wood doors are not for everyone, and depending on your preferences and lifestyle, other options are might be better. The cost is a little more than other options, there is more maintenance involved as wood needs to be refinished periodically. The insulation is low.
Fiberglass Garage Doors
Pros – A fiberglass garage door has the strengths of metal with the appearance of wood. These doors have a fiberglass coating covering the insulation and a steel frame. The advantages include the durability, affordability, lightweight, it offers low maintenance and is very customizable.
Cons – Fiberglass has its vulnerabilities as it is susceptible to cracking, discoloration, and paint resistance.
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No matter which garage door material speaks to your preferences, call AAA Action Doors and let our certified experts help you find the right door and get it installed!
