What Garage Door is Right for My Old House?
Oct. 23, 2024When you have a classic, historic, or older home, choosing the right garage door to fit the style of your property is a big decision. The wrong garage door could stick out like a sore thumb on the façade of a timeless structure. However, the right garage door can enhance curb appeal and improve the functionality of your garage. Wayne Dalton has been creating exceptional garage doors for 70 years, so we know a thing or two about what to pair with various home styles. The following is a list of our favorite styles that make an old house shine and enhance the curb appeal of its architecture.
Carriage House Garage Doors: Historic Character
Models 8600, 8670 & 9405
The Carriage House Garage Door oozes old-world charm and timeless architectural details. Crafted from low-maintenance standard steel-panel doors, the Carriage House Garage Doors provide modern touches like foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation to help with thermal efficiency. This is paired with an embossed wood-grain pattern and vintage architectural lines to create the ultimate classic carriage house style with all the best modern touches. Custom colors, accent windows, handsome hardware and arch designs are all finishing touches that can perfectly match your older home.
Classic Steel Garage Doors: Strong Design
Models 9100 & 9605, 8300 & 8500, 8024 & 8224, 8000 & 8200
The unmatched strength of steel garage doors makes them an ideal choice for your older home. Classic and historic homes often require extensive maintenance, but with a Classic Steel Garage Door, you can check one more thing off your to-do list. Designed with energy-efficient insulation, these doors are built to last. Plus, with their ability to seamlessly complement various architectural styles, you get a durable and stylish solution that’s perfect for preserving the charm of your home.
Flush Wood Garage Doors: Sleek Sophistication
Models 42, 44 & 45
The dramatic look of a Flush Wood Garage Door can’t be denied. Clean lines create a classic design with traditional materials for the ultimate match to a beautiful old home. Kiln-dried Western woods provide the foundation of a wood door with the smoothness of the flush panel design, which suits various architectural styles and offers a wide selection of windows and accents. Blending quality craftsmanship with the durability of a wood garage door to ensure they provide value, security, and reliable performance for years to come. From contemporary and cottage to traditional and ranch, the façade of an old home will be enhanced using such an elegant door design.
Wood Panel Garage Doors: Timeless Appeal
Models 7101, 7102, 7103, 7104, 7105 & Custom Wood
If you love the look of the Carriage House Garage Doors but crave the authenticity of wood for a historic building, look no further than the Wood Panel Garage Door. The stunning architectural details of the Carriage House line with the traditional feel of wood. Achieve the classic swing-open appearance of a real carriage door with all the modern functionality of today’s garage doors. No one will be able to tell it’s not original to the house.
Fiberglass Garage Doors: Fabulously Functional
Model 8680
A Fiberglass Garage Door could be the perfect compromise if a solid wood door is your dream look but is not right for your climate. The stunning look of real wood made from resilient fiberglass means all the styles you want without the maintenance. If you live near the ocean or in an overly wet environment, this is a great option to preserve the longevity of your garage doors. From a style perspective, the timeless look of wood garage doors is the perfect match for classic older homes. Modern materials with a traditional look are a winning combination.
Designer Steel Garage Doors: Long-Lasting Beauty
Model 8310
If you have a specific vision for what you want your garage door to look like, you may be interested in a Designer Steel Garage Door. With the ability to be customized, these garage doors never go out of style with their unique designs in 3-section styling. For historic homes, the ability to create a custom look to match the historic details of your home is a huge benefit. Impressive panel heights, embossed patterns, and rustic hardware allow you to indulge your practical side without sacrificing your love for innovative looks, durability, thermal efficiency, and maintenance-free garage doors.
One of the most standout features is the larger, eye-catching windows that bring in more natural light, creating a brighter and more inviting garage space. You can have the exact look you want with a structure you can count on to last.
So, if you are in the market for a new garage door that fits your old house, Wayne Dalton has the legacy and the selection of quality garage doors to perfectly fit your needs. Explore these garage doors and more and discover the look that is just right for your piece of history.
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