Have you been noticing your home beginning to look old or run down, even after taking the time to clean up the exterior? It may be time to consider switching your garage door and updating your home’s façade this way. Keep reading to discover some of the most popular garage door styles to consider when shopping.
*Note: We covered five tips to keep in mind when purchasing a new garage door, which you can read here before using this article to help narrow down your search for the best garage door style.
Personal Style
At the end of the day when you buy a new garage door, you want something that will express your home’s style while enhancing the curb appeal of the overall façade. No matter which type of garage door you choose the end goal of improving curb appeal should always be a constant.
Swing-Out Doors
Swing-out garage doors carry a very classic appearance through lovely design details found within their structure. They come in two different models: sliding and bi-folding models to better accommodate your personal taste and preferences.
Composite Doors
Composite garage doors can be found on many homes today. These doors are generally constructed to be able to withstand years of use both aesthetically and mechanically. Whether you’d prefer a traditional panel design or another look, composite doors are the most common type of garage door found in houses today.
Glass-Paneled Doors
If you’d like to add a touch of sophistication to your home’s façade or are in search of doors that complement your dream homes contemporary aesthetic, glass-paneled garage doors would be the way to go. Using clean lines and glass paneling will go a long way in boosting the curb appeal of your home. It’s also good to note that even with the glass panels, you won’t need to worry about sacrificing the security of your residence and you’ll also be able to enjoy the natural light which will filter in during daylight hours.
Solid Wood Doors
There’s something inherently beautiful about a solid wood garage door for your home. While glass-panels speak of sophistication in the modern sense, a solid wood door brings a more classic sophistication appeal to your house. You can also express your personal style in these wooden doors through the panel lengths you use as well as if you include windows for some natural light in your garage.
Conclusions Whether you choose to go with the more traditional composite garage doors or something more creative such as solid wood or glass-paneled doors, be sure you consider which will best express your style and increase the curb appeal of your house. Katy Door Systems offers a wide range of garage doors and services to choose from which best suits your needs. Contact us today for a free estimate!
