I’m working on a garage addition project that needs a door, and given the style of the existing house/new addition (sort of a craftsman-wannabe), the typical roll-up door just doesn’t appeal. I’ve looked at Clopay, Martin, and a few lesser-knowns, and they all look, well, generic.
I’m looking for out-of-the box suggestions- the project is in the mountains and gets decent winter snow/rain, so insulation is key. The rough opening is 9′ 3″W x 7′ 10″ H (large, single car opening) , with 4′ return walls on each side. There’s about 15″ of clearance above the RO.
I’m open to building my own doors- carriage-style probably won’t work as there is limited space in front (or inside) for the doors to move into. Rolling doors (barn-style) is a possibility, though- I need suggestions on designs, hardware sources, weatherstripping, door opener equipment, insulation options…
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View ImageThis from Clopay is an example of what money can buy. All the ease and convenience of a usual garage door, but the look of carriage house. I'm thinking there's others in this class. On a job up the street the customer has a pair of beauties-wood ext.. I could stop by and ask the brand-snap a picture too I guess (as I doubt the copied picture to the left is gonna show (thanks Revson).
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Just look at http://www.clopaydoor.com/residential-garage-doors.aspx
There are plenty of really nice roll up garage doors, if you have the cash for them. Those are just the Clopay ones, pick your favorite brand.
It sounds like you didn't see all the options, maybe check the factory brand website, instead of local suppliers.
Oops hit the wrong reply... don't see a delete button. I meant to reply to the root thread.
"There are plenty of really
"There are plenty of really nice roll up garage doors, if you have the cash for them."
Yeah, I did see the complete line of Clopay doors, and some of the higher end doors are ok- cost is a concern, and while we don't want an el-cheapo door, the upper end is out of the budget. Cost aside, though, it's pretty hard to find a door option that connects directly with the design values of an existing home, esp. when the character of the home is somewhat unique/craftsman-like. In talking with several installers yesterday, there was common thread of skepticism about ordering/shipping doors- they commonly arrive with pieces missing, or damaged panels, requiring re-ordering and delaying the project.
The more I think about it, the more attractive the option of building my own doors becomes- they can stay within a budget, and I can make it connect with the design quite nicely. I could use some suggestions on building tips/design, a source for door hardware (rollers, security hardware, weatherstripping), insulation, etc.
design?
How about posting a picture of the dwelling-you might give someone a better picture from which to come up with an idea.
Out the box!
How about a mural? Some are way cool. If my shop didn't have windows in the door I would get the tank to scare away the crackheads.
http://style-your-garage.com/us/?id_lc=15
KK
Down the oily bayou.
What'll they think of next.
Saw that a short while back, same idea as the muralized vans. Prabably invented by the guy driving around with all those bumper (and trunk and fender) stickers on his / her car.
Haha. I should take a picture
Haha, I like the tank idea. Edit: The crackheads would just try to steal it though.
I should take a picture of a mural garage door that someone painted years ago.
It's near my home, so my wife and I see it on walks.
It has an eagle, stars and stripes etc. It's very patriotic, but not well painted.
I'm just trying to think of the options:
-- Standard "overhead" rollup
-- Old-fashioned one-piece tilt-up
-- Carriage
-- Barn style roll aside
-- Airplane hanger style folding (raises vertically but hinged like a bifold)
-- Closet style bifold (opens horizontally)
Anything else?
One needs to consider clearance issues related to ice/snow buildup. Outward-opening carriage doors, eg, won't open if there's snow in the way. Pretty much all styles have sealing issues, but generally these can be dealt with.
Finding hardware for some odd styles may be difficult, if building your own.