Open one garage door at a time to increase your privacy while still maintaining the usefulness of your garage! The Iron Ore Walnut and Ice White overlays of the Princeton P-12 design create a beautiful 9' x 8' garage door featuring 8 lite Panoramic windows at the top.
As you begin the process of designing the garage of your dreams, you will be faced with numerous choices. The process will keep you involved and learning throughout the process. You’ll learn much more about garage doors and garage openers before you complete the process.
Garage door sizes are dictated by more than aesthetics
Of course, you want a beautiful garage door that complements the exterior of your home. Choosing the appropriate garage door means considering more than the aesthetics. More than beauty, you need functionality. This is a critical consideration as it will determine how well the garage door will work for you.
A garage door is a large expenditure and not something you will buy every day or even every week. You should take your time looking at your choices and deciding what you need before choosing the garage door for your home. Knowing what selections are best for you and knowing the styles you like will help make your shopping process more manageable.
The decision between 2 single doors or 1 double garage door can seem overwhelming unless you know what things to consider before choosing.
● The vehicles you have and the size of your garage
Did you know that the size of your car can affect the size of your garage doors? If you need to park 2 medium size vehicles, your garage must be at least 18 feet wide by 22 feet deep. If you’re leaning toward 2 single doors, remember to account for the wall that separates the doors when you calculate the dimensions.
NOTE: The House Plans Helper’s website has plans with the ideal garage dimensions to give you an idea of what a single, double, or triple garage will look like. You can also find all of the possible residential garage door sizes to help with the choices you will be making.
● Your climate
Opening your garage door lets air in and out of the garage, and it will also let inclement weather inside. Think about it, which will let less air out a single garage door or a double garage door? You might consider saying no to a double garage door if you live in an area plagued by frigid temperatures or dangerous stormy weather.
If you’re overwhelmed by the prospect of choosing the correct garage door for your home, consulting a professional for assistance is a good idea.
Why are 2 single garage doors sometimes the best option?
The warm Charcoal colour of these garage doors looks beautiful against the warm wood tones and cool beige of these garage entrances. These Charcoal Vog design garage doors are 9' x 7' and features a Left-side Harmony window layout.
Functionality
Two garage doors that work independently of each other provides you with the benefit of increased functionality. Have you ever had a garage door stop working? If so, you know that it is a great inconvenience to be unable to get in and out of your garage. With single garage doors, having one that needs repair doesn’t necessarily render the garage inaccessible.
With a garage that features 2 single garage doors, you no longer have to worry about parking one car directly behind the other. Instead, you can park them side by side and easily access whichever car you need. This eliminates the inconvenience of having to rotate cars for someone to leave in the mornings.
Most people like to store items within their garage. With two garage doors, you can take one side for your cars and the other for your storage area. Since you have two garage doors, your stored items remain safely behind closed doors allowing you to maintain a private storage area.
You can get organizational inspiration from various sources, including catalogues and online resources. Your imagination is the only limit when you look at these 30 garage organization and conversion ideas provided on the HGTV website.
Would you find motivation to workout in a home gym like this one? Imagine turning on your favorite workout playlist and working out with the garage door open in the summer! Here are 5 simple steps to converting your garage into a fitness room from The Spruce's website. Image from of Pexels.
Sustainability
How do 2 single doors have fewer cycles leading to greater sustainability? You often alternate which door you open. A double garage door will potentially be opened twice as often as a single door or even 2 single doors.
Protection from the elements
Are you in an area with extremely cold temperatures or stormy weather? If so, two single garage doors could be quite beneficial to you. The ability to open one door at a time limits your exposure to the elements while within your garage. Imagine a world where opening your garage door doesn’t raise your utility bill!
Larger isn’t always better. A larger door allows more room for your cars, but it also allows more cold air and rain in as well. If you'd still prefer a double garage door, choose one that has good insulation. Knowing what R-value, or level of resistance to heat flow, you require will help you make your choice.
To get an estimate of your needed R-value, check here, or you can speak with a garage door professional to learn more about R-value.
These 9' x 7' garage doors are the Eastman E-21 design. These Claystone garage doors feature crisp Ice White overlays (which complement the crisp white front door) and 8 lite Panoramic windows. The coordinated doors give the home a nice, balanced look across the front façade.
Is a double garage door right for you?
Look at the transformation to the front of this home! This double overhead door is the Moderno Multi design, 16' x 8', Chocolate Walnut, window layout: Left-side Harmony.
Options and more space
Are you a fan of options? If so, you may want to opt for the larger, double garage door. With a single door, you can choose whether to park on one side or the other or to park in the center. If you choose to park in the center, you will have space all around the car for freedom to move in the space. However, the best use of your garage could still be parking multiple vehicles out of the weather.
The side of the garage will have space for storage, a workout area, or simply room to maneuver without feeling claustrophobic. Check out the 55 ideas for practical and aesthetically pleasing storage of your belongings from HGTV.
The North Hatley LP 2-car garage door pictured here looks amazing even at night! This 16’x 8’ garage door is a North Hatley LP design in Moka Brown and features 4 vertical lite Orion windows.
Think about maintenance
A double garage door has fewer parts to maintain. Installing two single garage doors leaves you dealing with multiple springs and cables, as well as having two doors and two openers to maintain. That’s also double the chance that something will break in the future.
To maintain the opening mechanism, you can apply lubricant to PVC parts and one designed for hardware that you can find online or in one of your favorite retail stores. If you choose to apply the lubricant yourself, ensure you understand the instructions including how long you must wait before using your garage door. If you’re uncomfortable with this maintenance, consider requesting assistance from a professional.
Did you know your garage door requires a tune-up? At least once a year you should have a qualified garage technician come check for necessary maintenance. You will have greater peace of mind once a certified technician inspects all the moving parts for breaks or necessary repairs. Not to mention maintaining your garage door properly can lead to 25 years of use!
Convenience and space are yours for the taking with a double garage door! Not to mention the aesthetically pleasing complement to the home’s front door! This double garage door is a Standard+ Shaker-Modern XL design, 16' x 8' in Iron Ore Walnut with Sandblasted windows / Coordinated with Soho entry door from Novatech's Shaker Collection.
The garage door opener: as necessary as the garage door
Your garage door opener should be powerful, durable, and work with your garage door. Your garage door opener must be durable enough to raise the heavier weight of the double garage door. You must consider the weight of the door before choosing the garage door opener. Of course, if you're leaning toward two single doors, a basic garage door opener may be all you get unless you upgrade.
If you're looking for a top-of-the-line garage door opener, LiftMaster garage door openers are some of the best that are available. LiftMaster is a division of the Chamberlain Group. The Chamberlain Group is known as a global leader in garage door openers. If you dream of remotely controlling your garage door opener, the myQ technology incorporated by LiftMaster will get your stamp of approval.
The available technology also gives you the ability to be notified of movement within your garage, no matter where you are. How, you might ask. You'll get the notification on your phone!
You can always keep a watchful eye on your garage with LiftMaster's new myQ technology! Here are 9 uses for a smart LiftMaster garage door opener.
How do you choose the correct garage door opener?
When choosing your garage door opener, you must first consider height, door size, garage space, and your budget. Then, you should consider how often you expect to open your garage door. How many times a day will you raise and lower the garage door? These factors affect your choice of garage door openers.
A button opening your garage door is only a small portion of the garage door opener design. To understand the differences between the LiftMaster models, we suggest that you consult with a garage door specialist.
Now that you have more information, which garage door option will you select?
Even with all the available information, resources, and assistance, choosing a garage door is ultimately your decision. Since you are installing the door in YOUR home, you must feel confident in your selection.
We recommend discussing your options with a garage door specialist before you make a final decision. Professionals have the tools to assist you with the purchase by helping you choose a door that meets your unique needs.
Are you ready to design the garage door of your dreams?
Look at Car-Wal Garage Doors' large selection of high-quality residential garage doors to help you find the appearance that suits your tastes. You will notice they offer 3 trendy styles: Traditional, Carriage House, and Contemporary. After you choose the style, you are free to select colour, panel design, and windows for your garage door.
You should check out our Design Centre! This is our tool for allowing you to create your own garage door by mixing and matching elements. You can quickly request a free quote and receive it via email!
Do you need professional help with garage door installation, maintenance, or repair?
Car-Wal Garage Doors has a friendly, qualified team of skilled technicians who can assist you with all your garage door installation and servicing needs. Please get in touch with us at 519-685-9797. We will be there to assist you as soon as possible!
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