Are you a two-car household?
Owning two vehicles is extremely convenient, especially if you need to commute to the office while your other half does the school run.
Whether you have a work van and a personal car, your kids are old enough to drive themselves, or you have a vintage car that you take to shows and exhibitions, having a double garage allows you to store two of your vehicles safely and securely.
With double garage doors, you only need one set of accessories, as opposed to two single doors that will each require individual door openers and twice as much maintenance.
Unsure which to go for or what colour will be best?
With so many options, A1 Garage Doors knows that choosing double garage doors can be overwhelming.
Matching the colour of your garage to your front door will ensure a cohesive look – helping to boost your home’s curb appeal and achieve a continuity of style and function.
To help you make the perfect choice for your needs, let’s explore these options and their advantages.
Double garage door types
Sectional double garage doors
Sectional garage doors are made up of multiple horizontal panels (sections) that are connected through a hinge.
When the door is opened, these panels slide up along tracks and sit parallel to the ceiling. They then slide back down to close the door.
Here’s what you can expect from sectional double garage doors:
- Space maximisation
- Ease of operation
- Durability and weatherproof seals
- Easy automation – remote controls can be linked to smartphone apps
- High security
- Double-skinned insulation (optional)
- Customisation options – can fit almost any garage door opening shapes and sizes
Roller double garage doors
Roller garage doors feature horizontal panels, usually made from aluminium.
These simply roll up and sit in a compact box or drum positioned above the garage door opening, helping to maximise internal space within your garage.
Roller styles are perfect for you if you’re looking for double garage doors that are:
- Space-efficient – the compact design is perfect for short driveways
- Simple to use
- Designed for smooth and quiet operation
- Easily insulated
- Remarkably strong and secure
- Available in a plethora of colours
- Protected against rust, corrosion, and freezing (if you choose spring-free options)
Side-hinged double garage doors
Side-hinged garage doors boast a unique design and open outwardly, like any other interior door within your home.
They have a hinged frame on either side of the opening, allowing the door to swing open, so are best for homes with larger driveways that use their garage frequently.
The benefits of side-hinged double garage doors include:
- A distinctive look
- Easy to access
- No overhead tracks are required – saving internal space in the garage
- Option to be supplied in a top-hinge frame or fitted in an existing door opening
- Simple maintenance
- A choice of wood or galvanised steel finishes
Up-and-over double garage doors
With their sturdy, one-piece panel construction, up-and-over garage doors are often the most popular choice for garages.
To open them, you turn the handle and pull the door up and over towards the garage ceiling and a pivot hinge mechanism tilts the door upwards. These double garage doors come with either a canopy gearing that runs vertically on a track within a frame or a retractable gearing that opens on a horizontal track that goes back into the garage.
Up-and-over double garage doors are ideal if you want to benefit from:
- A timeless design
- Easy operation
- Customisation options
- Low maintenance requirements
- Manual or electric (remote-controlled) operation
- A high level of security
- Less of an investment at the outset
Ready to choose your ideal double garage door style?
After weighing up the pros of each type of door, the next step is to select a style.
Available in a wide selection of colours and materials, you’re bound to find the perfect double garage doors for your home.
If you need more information about the double garage doors before you make a decision, A1 Garage Doors supply and install throughout St Helens and Merseyside – so don’t hesitate to call the team on 01744 608 608.
