There are so many options to choose from when you select wood garage doors for a home renovation or a completely new custom built home. These doors will accentuate the style and design of the home with either an attached or detached garage, adding to the curb appeal and the beautiful appearance of your home.
Be Cautious Buying on Price
Just as with any materials you are selecting, purchasing wood garage doors based on price alone is never a good option. There are some garage doors out there made from low-quality wood, resulting in warping, bending and twisting of the boards or panels over time.
When this happens the wood garage doors not only look inferior, but they may stop working completely. This can leave you with the need for an emergency replacement, completely negating any potential cost savings you thought you had. Choosing from a top quality manufacturer is always the best option. The slightly higher prices you will pay initially will be evened out with the long life, beautiful looks and long term durability of the doors.
Stain or Paint
How you want to finish your wood garage doors is something you should decide and be clear on before making a purchase or even comparing prices. Top companies will sell two grades of doors, one for staining, and one for painting.
Since stain will show the natural grain of the wood, this wood is carefully selected to provide a uniform appearance regardless of the color of the stain. These doors are the premiere of wood garage doors. The doors should be pre-finished with the stain color of your choice and sealed with UV rated products.
The combination of the two will greatly eliminate sun damage due to direct exposure. It will also create a waterproof barrier on the interior and exterior surface of the door to prevent moisture from penetrating into the wood and causing it to warp and expand.
Solid or with Lites
Solid wood garage doors are beautiful and classic in their design. They can have panels and frames to give them a shape and design. Lites, or the small windows across the top 1/3 or so of the door are also popular. These let in a natural light from outside while still being small enough to provide security.
The choice of wood garage doors is always a good one. Take the time to review all the styles and designs before you make your final choice.
Nick’s Building Supply has been supplying custom made wood garage doors since 1997. With a huge inventory and a wide variety of styles to choose from, you will find just what you are looking for. To see more go to website. For more information, like our Facebook page.
