The Guide to Sectional Garage Doors

Sectional garage doors are comprised of panels attached to each other by hinges. When the garage door is opened, they slide on tracks, sitting horizontally across a garage ceiling and requiring less headroom than other types of garage doors.

Sectional doors are also known as panel lift doors or sliding garage doors. They are easily customised to suit any sized opening, are available in a wide range of colours, and can be made from a wide range of materials including steel, aluminium, acrylic or wood.

Because of this versatility of design and the fact that they require less ground clearance, they are a popular choice amongst homeowners.

From their space-saving design to their aesthetic influence, sectional garage doors come with plenty of benefits.

Sectional garage doors are a solid and strong option

Being made of strong, durable panels makes sectional garage doors some of the sturdiest garage doors available. All of Steel-Line's sectional doors are fitted with a heavy-duty bottom rail to increase strength in the lower part of the garage door.

They are easily insulated

A sectional garage door's panels provide a large surface that's more easily insulated than a roller door, for example. An insulated sectional door provides better energy efficiency, and better temperature control and blocks unwanted noise. It also offers better protection against Australia's extreme weather, with Steel-Line's range of sectional doors fitted with weatherproof seals to further guard against the elements.

They offer a space-saving design

Sectional garage doors require less ground space to open and close than other types of garage doors such as tilt doors. Therefore, if you have a short driveway or your garage is close to the boundary, a sectional door won't pose a hazard to people using the footpath.

Steel-Line sectional doors are built to last

From the opener mechanism to the internal components, Steel-Line's sectional garage doors are designed and built for easy operation and long-term durability. In fact, the springs on our sectional door range are made to last for more than 20,000 door cycles. Constructed using tough materials like BlueScope steel to withstand severe weather and UniCote Lux to resist scratches and salt corrosion, our sectional doors are built to last.

The first decision to make when choosing the right sectional garage door for your home is how you want it to look. Steel-Line has a wide range of sectional door designs to choose from that can complement any architectural style and our doors are available in textured, smooth and matt finishes.

The second factor to consider is material preference. For example, our Matt Finish sectional doors and Savannah doors are made of BlueScope Steel, while our DecoWood range offers the strength of steel with a warm wood look.

Because our sectional doors are customised to fit any size opening, the last decision to make is how your choices fall within your budget. If you contact us for a free measure and quote, we can help you compare the cost of your options.

You should also consider whether you'd like your door to have insulation, and how you'd like to customise your sectional garage door to suit your requirements and lifestyle. For example, the type of seals you require, if you'd like your door to have windows and what type of garage door openers would work best for you.

If you need some inspiration, see our article 'Popular Garage Door Styles in Melbourne' for some ideas on the latest garage door trends.

Garage door installation should always be left up to the professionals at Steel-Line. This ensures your garage door looks and functions as well as possible, and you don't void your warranty or risk injury. When installed by a professional, your sectional garage door installation should go smoothly.

However, knowing the different components of your garage door will help you understand how it works and maintain it in between regular services. You must take steps to maintain your sectional door as it helps keep it functional and extends its lifespan.

You can read more about how our sectional doors work and are installed here.

Having the right type of garage door can improve the functionality, energy efficiency and look of your entire home, not to mention boost its value.

Modern sectional garage doors offer a high return on investment, and their durability reduces the need for frequent repair or replacement. As they are easy to maintain and designed to last, a Steel-Line sectional garage door is an all-around smart investment.

If you're looking to boost your home's street appeal with the style and convenience of a sectional garage door, call Steel-Line today on 1300 767 900.