What Gauge of Steel Garage Door Should You Get?

Phil
When choosing a new steel garage door, it can be difficult to understand what the importance is or what gauge of steel door is best suited to your garage. The gauge is the thickness of the steel door, so some people may feel that want a higher steel gauge, as they feel that it will offer them greater security but there are other factors that help determine garage door security. You need to also consider locking mechanisms and the type of operation of the door. When going for a heavier gauge steel door, you also need to bear in mind that this affects the ease of installation and will require...
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Roller Shutter Doors vs. Sectional Overhead Doors

Phil
There are many different types of industrial or commercial door types to choose from and it can be difficult understanding which option is best for you. By learning more about these two industrial door types and their typical usage and functionality, it should be much clearer which one is better suited to your needs. Roller Shutter Doors Roller shutter doors are probably the most commonly known industrial door and consists of individual horizontal metal slats that roll up and down a steel barrel at the top of the door’s opening. These doors are excellent for maximising internal space but are limited in other areas such as thermal or acoustic insulation....
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Leaky Garage Doors: What to Do

Phil
If you are experiencing leakage coming from your garage door, this is definitely not something to ignore. Water and moisture in your garage can cause some serious damage to the items stored inside. The best thing to do, is to seek to identify the problem quickly so that you can stop the leak. The most common issue is old or damaged seals around the outer edges of the garage door but the more serious issue could be a drainage problem. The first thing you could do is go out and thoroughly examine the seals around the edges of the garage door for any cracks or degradation. If you see any...
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Benefits of a Side-Hinged Garage Door

Phil
Very few people, in the UK, actually use their garage to store their vehicle in these days. More often the garage is used for storage or extra living space, like a home office, gym or additional bedroom. Regardless of which of these things it is used for, it will typically contain high value items and is most often thought of as an “easy” target for theft. Side-hinged doors are going to offer several benefits: • Excellent security with better locks, typically, than the standard up and over door • Easy operation when trying to access garage in poor weather • Easy pedestrian access without having to put your whole garage...
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Steel Doorsets for Use in a Domestic Setting

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Homes need secure, highly functioning doors in just the same way that commercial buildings do too. Homeowners have more aesthetic concerns as well though, so striking the right balance between functional doors and those that will complement a property can be a delicate process. Steel doorsets can fill the void and are most regularly used on garages and outbuildings; they perform as well as commercial doors of a similar size and specification, but they are adapted for homes with aesthetic preferences taken into account as well. They can be a very efficient, cost effective choice for all types of home with garages that need a door upgrade. Steel doorsets have...
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