I have a garden that is very water efficient, so it looks great in the warmer months, but it can become a little overgrown and wild in the colder months. I might not spend as much time out there in winter, but I still like it to look good. I have been working on the garden design to help it look good all year round, and I have found that with the right plant selection and preparation, the garden can look great throughout the year. This blog has tips for other homeowners who are looking to improve the appearance of their garden when the weather gets wet.
Keeping your home free of pests is essential for ensuring both comfort and safety. Pests like rodents, in
Whether you've outgrown your home's storage capacity or you're a property manager looking to provide addi
Carpet beetles can enter homes on flower bouquets or through small cracks around windows and doors. Carpe
Many homeowners default to blinds or curtains when it comes to window treatments. However, there is anoth
Remodelling your kitchen is a big job that requires careful planning, adequate budgeting, and thorough re
When buying a garage door it's easy to think of your decision in terms of simply finding a door that's the right size and does the simple job of keeping the contents of your garage secure. However, as the door will be in place for a long period of time, you should also think about what's required to maintain it, whether the style is suitable for your property and whether it has safety features that could benefit your family.
Choosing The Best Material For Your Needs
The material you choose for your garage door should be suited to the way you use your garage. Steel doors are ideal if you want a basic garage door that's durable, and they can be painted. However, steel is a poor insulator and not your best choice if you want to keep noise from your neighbourhood out of your garage. Aluminium garage doors are inexpensive, but they're not as tough as steel. However, aluminium doesn't require any maintenance and can be covered with vinyl if you want to customise the look of the door. The traditional appearance of wooden doors makes them a good choice for older properties. Wooden doors are available with windows, and the material is a good insulator. If you work in your garage, you should consider a wooden door if you're willing to apply wood stain to it every year or so to maintain it.
Choosing A Style Of Door That Complements Your Home
Choose a style of door that allows for maximum functionality. Up-and-over doors require space for the door to swing out, so they're not ideal if your garage is positioned at the edge of your property and the door opens onto a pavement. Roll a doors are a good option if space outside your garage is limited and you need to drive your car alongside your garage before opening it. The door wraps around a ceiling-mounted barrel as it opens, so no space in front of the garage is required. Sliding doors utilise a rail that's positioned along one of your garage walls, and they open in the same way a curtain opens. These doors are ideal if space outside your garage is limited and you don't mind giving up an internal wall, which could otherwise be used as hanging storage space.
Utilising Available Safety Features
Safety is a concern when operating a large, heavy garage door, particularly if you have young children around. Different doors come with different safety features, so take time to choose a door that has the right features for your household. A broken garage door spring could cause serious harm if it hit you or your car, so check the springs on the door have protective tubing around them, which will contain a spring if it does snap. Pinch-resistant garage doors are useful if you have children, as they have a sensor that prevents the door trapping your fingers when it's being closed.
If you're not sure what type of garage door is the best choice for your needs, have a door fitter make a recommendation based on the location of your garage and its intended use.
Share