In Scotland, garage side doors are increasingly popular, and they’re available in numerous styles. The Garage Door Company will help you choose.
A garage side door may seem like a small addition, but it can make a surprisingly big difference to the way you use and enjoy your garage. Whether your garage is attached to your home or stands alone, having a secondary access point offers a range of practical, security and convenience benefits that make it a worthwhile investment.
One of the biggest advantages is ease of access. Without a side door, every time you want to get into the garage, you have to open the main garage door, which can be time-consuming and inconvenient if you only need to pop in briefly for tools, garden equipment or bicycles. A garage side door allows you to enter quickly and quietly on foot, no messing about!
Security is another important consideration. Modern garage side doors are built with strong materials, reinforced frames, and robust locking systems, meaning they can provide an additional layer of protection for your belongings. If your garage is connected to your house, a secure side door also helps protect your home by giving you controlled access without needing to open the larger, more exposed main garage door.
Garage side doors can also improve the practicality of garages. They create a more natural flow in and out of the space, particularly if you use the garage for more than just parking a car. Hobby rooms, home gyms, workshops and storage areas all benefit from having a separate entry point. In emergencies, a side door can even serve as a valuable alternative exit.
In terms of design, today’s garage side doors come in a variety of styles, colours and finishes, so they can complement your garage and home’s overall look. They can be made to match your main garage door or to stand out as a design feature in their own right.
As elsewhere, in Scotland garage side doors offer a perfect balance of convenience, security and style. Whether you’re looking to make your garage more user-friendly, enhance security or simply add a bit more resale value to your house, installing a decent side door is a small change that can deliver big benefits for years to come.
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