If you love the look of timber garage doors but are a bit concerned about their longevity, then consider a timber-look steel door for your new garage door installation. 

1. Authentic Design

Modern timber-look doors are designed to mimic actual timber as authentically as possible. You can find the doors in a variety of finishes that mimic natural Australian hardwoods, such as cedar, black oak and caoba. The doors are even carefully textured so that the wood grain finish looks real enough that you can almost be convinced the doors are actual timber.

2. Reduced Maintenance Needs

Real timber doors are high maintenance. You must sand the door down and apply a fresh finish annually, otherwise, there is the risk of wood damage and rot. This is never a concern with steel doors since there is no actual wood on the door that could possibly rot. Steel timber-look door maintenance typically consists of nothing more than a bit of cleaning to manage dust and mud. 

3. Weather Resistance

Whether it's blazing heat, driving rains or high winds, you need a garage door that can withstand the elements. Timber doors are quite durable, but constant weather exposure will eventually lead to cracking, wood shrinkage and rot. Steel timber-look doors rarely experience any type of weather damage. These doors are impact resistant, so blown objects won't leave a dent. Rot, rust and corrosion from moisture are of no concern. Even heat will have little to no effect on a steel door. 

4. Durable Finishing 

One of the things that makes a timber-look steel door so durable is the finish. These doors are treated with a durable and thick powder-coated finish that adheres strongly to the underlying metal and seals it against moisture and rust. The finish isn't prone to chipping, wear or peeling, so it can serve for many years without the slightest bit of damage. If some damage does occur, touch up paint is available to quickly cover the scratch.

5. Increased Home Security

Wood doors are strong, but they can be forced open with a prying bar because even wood will eventually give and splinter. Timber-look steel doors can't be forced open or rammed until they break apart. This extra strength makes them one of the most secure options for a garage door, particularly when they are paired with a good locking mechanism.

Contact a garage door installation service to learn more about timber-look steel doors. 

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