BUILDING ENVELOPE


you can operate and check the status of the garage door from the comfort of your home as well as on your phone.


INSULATION


n multi-use garages, insulation is important. n ill-fitting or poorly insulated garage door offers poor protection against the elements, potentially resulting in draughts or rainwater ingress. Today there is a good choice of garage doors offering arying leels of thermal efficiency depending on the type of equipment stored in the garage. When contents need to be kept both warm and dry, an insulated sectional garage door is a good choice. Ideally you need to find a door with foam-filled sections and with rubber seals around the edges to prevent drafts and rainwater from getting in. This type of garage door is particularly useful for homes with integrated garages.  garage door fitted into a strong box chassis will not only save time and the effort of having to construct a timber sub-frame, but will also ensure a perfect fit.


NATURAL LIGHT


In so many instances, having a design of a garage door with windows that allow natural light inside the garage is vital, especially if the space is being used for something like a home office. There are numerous styles on the market which incorporate glazed windows to let in natural light. These can add additional character to a door as well, and if you choose a trusted brand, you can be certain that the windows have been carefully designed so that security has not been compromised. As the trend for multi-use garages continues, additional innovations are coming in, including more advanced side- hinged garage doors designed with helpful features such as built-in door stays and dampeners for a smoother door action. These new style single side hinged doors offer full width opening for cars, of course, but also offer single door access into the garage which can be opened and closed quickly and easily to obstruct opportunist burglars. The industry is adapting to new trends. While in some cases the choice of models and styles can seem overwhelming, with the right information and adice anyone can uickly find the best garage door for their property.


Jon Watson is managing director of Garador 54 www.sbhonline.co.uk may/jun 2023


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