Choosing the Best Garage Door Material

When selecting a new garage door, one of the choices you need to consider is which material best suits your style, budget and environment. Here’s a quick overview of common garage door materials to help steer you in the right direction.

Steel

The trusty go-to for many homeowners, steel is the most popular material for garage doors. It’s affordable, low-maintenance and extremely customizable. One thing to keep in mind, however, is that steel itself is not the most effective insulator, so it’s wise to choose steel doors that have already been insulated.

Vinyl

If durability is a top priority, vinyl is one of the best garage door material options available. Vinyl is dent-free, low-maintenance and remarkably resistant to rust and corrosion.

Wood

Many people are drawn to the elegant, authentic look of a wood garage door—but this material can be costlier than others. It’s important to select the right kind of wood and to make sure that there’s a protective finish on top. Wood garage doors do require more upkeep than some other garage door materials, including regular refinishing to keep the wood protected from the elements.

Aluminum

Aluminum doors are like steel in many ways, but are often available for a lower price. Unfortunately, this means that they’re lightweight and they don’t hold up as easily. If you’re going with aluminum, be sure to choose one of the newer, heavier-duty models.

Fiberglass

The great thing about fiberglass is that it can be designed to resemble many different materials. This gives homeowners tons of options for the look of their garage door. Fiberglass garage doors don’t hold up well in cold environments, but they are quite salt water-resistant, making this material an ideal choice for warm, coastal areas.

Do you have additional questions about garage door material? Our team here at Champion Overhead Dooris here to help! Give us a call and we’ll help you pick the perfect garage door for you home.