While it might seem as if the aesthetic appeal of your garage doesn’t make much difference, the truth is that you should never overlook it. It’s seen at all times of day by neighbors, and if you choose to sell your home one day, it’s also part of the first impression you give to potential buyers. That’s why you should never overlook the appeal of your garage door!
If you speak to a real estate professional, you’re likely to hear them talk about how the architecture of your home says a lot about your own aesthetic sense and personal style. With garage doors that can take up between 25 and 40% of the façade of your house, it’s essential that the door blend in with the architecture of the rest of your home.
The first step, and perhaps most important is to start by liking your garage door! Just like you probably love the new car you bought or the new appliance you purchased, you want that same feeling. We have a few suggestions that will make it easier to be in love with your garage door.
Tidy things up
You probably take pride in your vehicle and do what is needed to take care of it, but the same may not hold true for your garage door. However, it should be washed at least a few times a year. The easiest way to remember to do this is by taking care of it when you wash your truck or car. It only takes a few minutes and isn’t overly complicated. In fact, all you need to do is clean the door with the same solution you use on your car. You’ll want to rinse it off when complete. If you want a beautiful shine on the door, all you have to do is apply a liquid was. Once you’ve done that, your garage door will look top-notch. If you need more information on the topic, like how to dissolve strains, read this text.
Consider a coat of paint
If you want a simple way to add life to your garage door, a coat of paint is just the ticket. Not sure where to start? Those who have a metal sectional door, but would like to swap out the color, you only need follow these instructions.
Here are a few tips:
- If you want some help coordinating colors of paint for the garage door, most major paint companies offer design centers. You can find a few below:
- While everyone has their own taste, we have a few general pieces of advice that usually ring true:
- If your door is about 16’ wide, a double garage door, you will want to stick to lighter colors. Darker ones will be intense from the street and prevent people from noticing the rest of your home’s architecture.
- Doors that are single and only 8 or 8’ wide do not have the same restrictions. Keep to your taste but stay away from extremely bright hues.
- While it might seem counterintuitive, it’s recommended that you paint your front door in one stand out color but make it different from the color of the garage door. You can also add a few decorative pieces on the door and porch.
Considering installed decorative windows
If you want to fresh things up a bit, decorative windows can be an outstanding solution. In fact, adding these to your door can give you both practical and aesthetic benefits you won’t find from other options.
As far as practical matters go, decorative windows present a way to add natural light to your garage. This means that you will not have to step into the garage and search for the light switch during daylight hours. In terms of aesthetics, if you also change out your front door and it includes decorative windows, you can coordinate with the windows on your garage door to make things clean and put-together.
Make sure to keep in mind that if your garage door currently has no windows, but you are wishing to add them, it will affect the spring (counterweight) system. To learn more about that, read this.
Add some beautiful exterior decorations
Another great way to show off the beauty of your garage door is by incorporating decorative features near it. You could install a pergola, complete with a vine that grows up, to offer a welcoming and warm feel to the space.
Another option is to add on exterior accent lighting, which can go in the soffits above the door or near the door using wall lanterns. Each of these options will show off the door well. If you own a home that has a carriage-house style, think about incorporating lights that look vintage 60s. You can install them over the door to pull together the style of your home and garage. You can find other exciting ways to impress your friends and family by perusing a site like Pinterest.
Decorating for special occasions and holidays
There are tons of occasions and holidays that give you an excuse to add some decoration to your garage door. There’s the Super Bowl, Halloween, NHL finals, Christmas, and even changing of the seasons. You may already switch out the decorations on your front door or porch. All you must do is expand this to your garage door with a few interesting pieces. Pinterest is, again, an excellent place to find ideas for decorating your home and garage.
Do a quick checkup to be sure the door operates well all year round
Now that you’ve decided to use some of our tips for sprucing up the garage door, you may think you’re done. You still need to make time to check on the door from time to time to ensure all is working as it should be. The good news is that this doesn’t take a lot of time.
Moreover, if you need to install an all‑new garage door system…
All you need to do is contact us at 724-834-8450 whenever the time is good for you. We have knowledge of garage doors and openers from A to Z and would be pleased to advise you and help you understand all the options you have available. We can also email you a quotation if you’d like.
If you prefer, you can also visit us in person at our showroom. We also have an online Design Centre that can help you determine which styles you like. You can also go through our image gallery to get some inspiration.
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