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Garage doors may not be the most glamorous element of a build or renovation project, but they take up a large area on the front or side of a property, so it's worth spending some time making your decision. It's easy to go with the best-known option – the up-and-over garage doors – but there are several options that might suit your property, design aesthetic, and practical usage better. Here are some considerations for each type of garage door to help you choose.
Bifold garage doors
Always popular with architects and homeowners alike, automated bifold doors are the perfect solution for some properties. Read on to find out why:
1. Lower ceiling height: bifold doors don't require the same ceiling height as up-and-over doors and so can be a better option for some properties.
2. Use of space: If the garage is being used as a gym or office, the bifold option allows one of the doors to open by itself, creating more of a room feel than other garage door solutions. It is also better insulated than an up-and-over door.
3. Maximising space: Bifold doors do not take up ceiling or wall space with their mechanisms, and they can open outwards, which can help if space is an issue.
4. Location, location, location: If there is a slope down to your garage or your property is close to a road with not much driveway space, bifold doors are a great option because they open to the side.
5. Opening size: The only downside to bifold doors is that they require 500mm of space at the side of your garage, which might be an issue if you have a large car, for example.
Side-hung garage doors
Side hung doors work very similarly to bifold doors, except they cover a smaller width and take up less space. A few differences are:
1. Traditional style: Side-hung doors work well on traditional buildings in terms of style.
2. Double door look: They can look like double doors and this can be a benefit for some properties. This means they can can be used as a door solution beyond just the garage.
3. Height: they can be as tall as 3 metres, like Urban Front doors, and can be automated if required.
Up-and-over garage doors
Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are considering an up-and-over garage door:
1. Neat: Up-and-over garage doors fit well and are efficient in terms of space, particularly when the area is being used as a garage.
2. Size: Up-and-over garage doors can be very wide.
3. Functionality: These garage doors can be manual or automated.
4. Materials: Up-and-over garage doors can be created in many different materials including glass, wood, aluminium. They can also match cladding systems on your project.
5. Home automation: The doors can be connected to a home automation system.
