Benefit from Improved Appearance and Function
Many homes are “garage forward,” with pride of place resting on the springs of one or more doors sheltering a family’s vehicles and a broad range of tools, toys, and equipment. Workshops, recreational spaces, storage, and more reside behind the garage door. Refresh the look and workings of your “other” entrance through total replacement or a facelift. Check through the following suggestions for inspiration.
The Enduring Functionality of Sectional Doors
Just after the turn of the 20th century, when motor vehicles began overtaking genuine “horsepower,” sectional doors were introduced to secure the buildings’ opening. Each section was manageably wide, designed with top and bottom hinges that folded like pleats to allow access before straightening and lining up to close. Elegant modern versions of these doors are popular again, operating efficiently like a closet without requiring the strength or operating system to raise and lower more typical overhead garage doors. These doors allow adjustable egress from the outside, permitting some compartmentalization inside the interior space.
Dramatic Use of Color
Regardless of whether the door is an overhead or sectional model, consider making a design statement with a bold color. A bit of paint can change and improve the entire look of your garage and, by extension, your home. Diligent maintenance, including painting, defers the need for expensive fixes like purchasing a new door.
Doors that Open Up for Multiple Uses
Usable space is always in high demand. House additions are often prohibitively expensive, but creative use of doors inside and outside garages can add usable space. Consider the following interior options when sliding panels similar to “barn doors” divide excess garage square footage into:
- Kids play or sport practice areas
- Workshops or hobby rooms
- Food prep areas
- Entertaining spaces
- Home offices
- Plant potting areas
Sustainability and Smart Technology
When your garage functions as an additional living or playing space, smart technology and sustainable design help support safety and comfort. Insulated doors can moderate the climate within the garage, and when the door is made from recycled wood or plastic composite materials, energy savings amplifies the effect of eco-friendliness. Pair eco-sensitivity with smart technology to ensure garage doors are secured or opened when needed using remote technology powered by a mobile device or computer.
Homeowners will continue to value convenience, design, and sustainability. Modern garage doors are developing in appearance and function to meet these needs, with new features constantly evolving.