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Guide to Popular Garage Door Materials for Your Home

Nov. 12, 2024

Garage doors are a big part of your home, both in terms of security and aesthetics. When you’re looking to install a new garage door or replace an existing garage door, you’ll notice that there are many different options for materials that you can choose from. 

In this article, we’ll go over the most popular materials that are available and what each one has to offer you. You’ll be an expert before you know it. Contact the experts at Wayne Dalton Sales & Service to learn more about our garage door options.

 

Wayne Dalton 8000 Sonoma Stockton II steel garage door


Steel Garage Doors

If you are looking for something that offers a wide range of aesthetic, pricing, and functionality options, steel garage doors are for you. There are many different insulated steel door options available, providing you with more energy efficiency. Additionally, our updated Wood Grain Impressions™ collection gives you the beauty of wood without the cost or maintenance.  

Steel is a great option if you’re looking for a door that’s durable, long lasting and affordable.

 

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Wood Garage Doors

Wood is a common material for garage doors, often second only to steel. Wood is a natural insulator, providing you with a more energy-efficient door. Its natural look is aesthetically pleasing and provides an opportunity for nearly endless customization. 

If you’re looking for a garage door that lets you choose your own design and provides excellent durability and insulation, try out wood. 

 

Wayne Dalton 8680 Sonoma Clay fiberglass garage door


Fiberglass Garage Doors

Fiberglass is often overlooked as a material for garage door installation. It provides a great alternative to wood that closely resembles woodgrain texture. Fiberglass doors don’t shrink, warp, crack, or rot, which means they are ideal for homes in more humid climates. Fiberglass is also low maintenance, making it a very convenient choice. 

If you’re looking for an affordable and convenient option for garage door replacement, fiberglass is the way to go.

 

Wayne Dalton 8700 Colonial Glacier vinyl garage door


Vinyl Garage Doors

Vinyl garage doors provide homeowners with high thermal efficiency, sound-dampening qualities and weather resistance. It’s available in a wide range of styles and colors, letting you customize your vinyl garage door to your heart’s content. 

Vinyl is a great choice for a homeowner who is looking for good aesthetics and wants something that offers peace and quiet in a noisy neighborhood.

 

Wayne Dalton 8800 aluminum and glass garage door


Aluminum/Glass Garage Doors

Aluminum doors with glass panes have an advantage over other types in that they are not susceptible to rust or corrosion. These materials offer a sleek, modern look that allows plenty of natural light into your garage space. They are lightweight and versatile, giving you an eye-catching look.

Aluminum and glass doors are great for homeowners who value aesthetics and light and are willing to pay for them. 

Wayne Dalton Sales & Services Offers Garage Door Installation and Replacement

At Wayne Dalton Sales & Services, we provide high-quality Wayne Dalton garage door installation and garage door replacement services for homes throughout the United States. Replacing your garage door is a top home improvement product and we can provide the replacement, with a range of materials at our disposal. We are proud to be able to help improve your curb appeal and accommodate all manner of tastes, styles, and colors. Upgrading a garage door is the #1 home improvement project for return on investment. Remodeling practically pays for itself! 

Contact one of our 14 convenient locations today and book a cost-effective garage door renovation. We serve Akron, Albuquerque, Charlotte, Cincinnati, Colorado Springs, Houston, Kennewick, Lewiston, Missoula, Peoria, Quad Cities, Raleigh, Spokane Valley, and Tempe.