Garage Door styles

As many different house styles there are on the market, there are also many different styles of garage doors.  Since garage doors can cover one-third or more of the facade of newer homes, they are easily become the single most noticed feature from the street, increasing your homes curb appeal. When it comes time for a new or replacement door, it makes sense to find a garage door style that fits well with your home and compliments your taste and style.

Traditional Doors

Most manufacturers offer garage door styles that complement major American (Cape, Colonial, Victorian, Ranch, Craftsman) and European (French Country, Spanish, Mediterranean, Tudor) house styles.

Carriage Doors

Carriage-style garage doors are very popular choices for a variety of house styles. They generally replicate the look of doors found on old carriage houses, but they are not out of place on many contemporary homes. Traditional carriage doors swung open, but newer models fold open while maintaining look of swing door. Carriage style doors are gaining in popularity everyday.

Raised-Panel Doors

The most common door style is the raised panel. Raised-panel garage doors are the standard in new homes and the go to style for most builders. This is the style most people think of when they decide to replace their garage doors. That popularity ensures that you can find raised-panel doors in all materials and with a full list of garage door options  to choose from.

Contemporary Doors

The latest and most contemporary design involves matching your house style with your garage door styles.  A modern house design that features clean lines and high-tech materials should include a similar type of garage door. Doors with tempered glass panels (clear, frosted or tinted) encased in painted aluminum frames are the newest popular choice. These doors tend to be more popular in warmer climates, as there is no insulation value.

Belanger & Sons Garage Door Company in Southern Maine is your premier Garage Door Co.  Family owned and operated since 1975, we are your carriage door specialist.