Hormann Garage doors are divided into different categories. In each category there are many models, makes, finishes and sizes to choose from.
- Hormann steel doors
Available in wide selection of standard sizes. Steel doors are available with retractable mechanism.Some models, sizes are available in brown. Hormann doors steel up and over doors are mostly powder coated in white and galvanized, with some brown colored.
- Hormann GRP fiberglass doors
Available in standard sizes, wood grain and gloss white colors. Made by GRP panel bonded to strong hormann steel door chassis.
- Hormann door (timber)
Available in standard sizes. Constructed from cedar plywood, marine plywood combination depending on design. Timber is base coat treated in clear wood stain of your choice.
- Sectional hormann doors
- Excellent level of security.
- Made from fully finished steel.
- Door opens vertically.
- Fitted on the rear face of garage opening.
- Ideal for automation.
When choosing hormann doors, there are certain things you need to consider. Measurement will help you decide how the door will close and open. There are different door models; tilt-ups which need adequate space when closing and opening. swing-up hormann doors also need some horizontal clearance outside and in the garage. Roll-up models only need less space. However, swing-ups and roll-ups will need more ceiling clearance.
Secondly, understand the purpose of the garage. Many garages nowadays are doubling up as storage rooms, tool shed, work area, gym, artist’s studio, hobby den and cellar. This will help you determine whether you will need windows or not. For instance, roll-up hormann doors allow more storage area and activity space outside and in the garage.
Consider the people, it should be user friendly. Therefore, consider those who will be doing maintenance, those who use remote opener and those who use the garage often. Technological features must match the user. Check special safety features if you have seniors, children or pets in the home.
What is the climate like? Garage doors are made of various materials, some of which cannot hold up in harsh climate. For example, Fiberglass hormann doors crack during winter or cold months. Consequently if you opt for wooden doors consider design details to see if it can hold up to humidity changes.
Draw inspiration from the home. Understand that the garage because of its relative size to the walls will attract visual attention. Therefore, pick the hormann door that ties up with the house.