The Garage Door Company offers a great range of garage doors in Scotland, but which type is best for your home?
With so many garage door options available, it can be tricky to decide which one is right for your home. Each style has its strengths and drawbacks, so here’s a guide to help you weigh up the choices.
Roller garage doors, or roller shutters, are one of the most practical designs, especially if space is tight. They rise vertically and roll into a compact coil above the opening, meaning you don’t lose space inside or out. This makes them an excellent choice for short driveways. They’re also robust, secure, and work brilliantly with automatic systems for smooth remote operation. Their main disadvantage, some say, is he at they look: designs are usually limited to ribbed, horizontal finishes, which may not appeal if you want a more decorative look.
Up-and-over garage doors remain a classic choice thanks to their simplicity and cost-effectiveness. They come in steel, wood and other materials, with a wide selection of colours and finishes to match your home. They’re also easy to automate. However, they offer little in terms of insulation and swing outwards when opening, so they need extra driveway space. A good pick if budget is a key concern and insulation isn’t a priority.
For homeowners wanting both insulation and practicality, sectional garage doors are a top contender. They open vertically and glide back under the ceiling, keeping the driveway clear while retaining heat inside the garage, ideal for year-round use. They work with most garage sizes, but the overhead mechanism reduces available ceiling storage. While styling options are slightly limited, ribbed and Georgian panel designs are popular choices.
If tradition is more your thing, side-hinged garage doors may be the answer. They open like regular double doors and often feature a pedestrian entrance for convenience. With no cables or springs to worry about, they’re straightforward, reliable and low-maintenance. Automation is possible, though they aren’t well suited to sloped driveways and may restrict the width available for larger vehicles.
The right garage door really depends on your priorities, whether that’s saving space, improving insulation, or opting for the convenience of automation. At the The Garage Door Company, we supply and fit a wide range of styles throughout Scotland, ensuring the perfect solution for every property.
To find out more, contact The Garage Door Company FREE on 0800 889 777 or call your local garage doors branch direct. We have branches across southern Scotland.
Glasgow on 0141 773 0902
Edinburgh on 0131 337 3332
Kilmarnock on 01563 542984
Dundee on 01382 213052
Alternatively, drop us a line at info@garage-door.co.uk