Did you know that the LOWER the number gauge of steel, the STRONGER it is. Clopay and Raynor Door Collections range from 27-24 gauge steel….those are great numbers and strong doors!
Posts Categorized: Garage Door Tips & Tidbits
Get carried away with “carriage style” doors.
The “Carriage Style” doors are designed to look like the doors on old carriage stables featuring vertical lines in the panels and the wider stiles for handle (and hinge strap) hardware. They add charm and distinction, and a touch of class. Both Raynor and Clopay offer this style.
To window or not to window…
Windows allow light into the garage and add an architectural element to your curb appeal. One rule to keep in mind, if you get a well-insulated door, you should also get well-insulated windows. You can also get a door that is all windows. Both Raynor and Clopay offer glass door options. Click here to download a… Read more »
Which insulation style will warm your heart?
Polystyrene (like the white coolers) is a sheet of insulation and fits inside the door panels. Polyurethane (spray foam) is an expanding insulation that gets into all of the crack and crevices. You can get Raynor and Clopay doors with either type. It just depends on what you need…of course you can also get a… Read more »
A stain that you will want to keep forever.
Several of our Raynor and Clopay doors are available in stain options. It’s a good idea to take some samples home to see what works best with the rest of your exterior colors. Find out more about the Raynor AccuFinish here Find out more about the Clopay Ultra-Grain options here
Technology: MyQ IQ—Know your stuff…
Most of our LiftMaster operators have smart technology called “MyQ” capabilities that give you the option to access your garage door from your smart phone when you get the “internet gateway.” For more information click here https://www.liftmaster.com/for-homes/myq-connected-home or call us at 913-422-0441. Right now we have a mail-in rebate offer going on…https://www.raynorkc.com/about-us/specials/
R-Values: "R" they right for you?
R-value rates the insulation in your garage door. The higher the R-Value, the more insulated your door. For example: The Raynor Centura Door has an 18.0 R-Value and the Clopay Premium Series 9200 Series has a 18.4 R-Value. In addition to being more sturdy, a well insulated door keeps the heat and A/C inside your home… Read more »