Love at first sight – as clichéd of an expression as this may be, there’s something about it that holds true. It’s undeniable that when something (or someone) attractive strikes us, we’re mesmerized. The first thing that catches our eye is the look. This logic also lies true when talking about your house, and more specifically, the face of your house – the garage door. Garage doors have the ability to make a striking impact. Designing your door keeping color, material, and style in mind will make all the difference in your house’s curb appeal. Hudson Valley Overhead Doors & Operators is a Poughkeepsie garage doors service that will assist you with all of your garage door needs.
First and foremost, decide on the overall appearance you want the exterior of your house to represent. Styles go far beyond just “modern” and “contemporary” in today’s day and age. The number of design features to choose from is overwhelming. But, once you’ve figured out the look you like, you can move on to the next step of your garage door design journey: style.
Classic style choices
From carriage-house style doors to long and short raised panels, options are wide open. The most common style is the traditional raised panel steel door – an American classic. Think of the house you grew up in; chances are you’re remembering a steel raised panel garage door. As sturdy and standard as this look is, it may be a little outdated for your taste. Luckily, now steel doors can be customized in a variety of ways – one of the most popular being a rustic, faux-wood finish. If you opt for the more modern look, aluminum doors are the way to go.
Do-it-yourself designer doors
Simple stains and a good can of paint are easily accessible. Once you’ve bought those, you can imitate that beautiful faux-wood finish or classic barn-style carriage-house look. This is a cost-effective, creative, and fun technique of a DIY home project.
If you want something even more customized to your personal tastes, consider a manufacturer that will create a one-of-a-kind door. Just remember that custom usually means costly.
Color and curb appeal
Don’t underestimate the power a bold color can have on a large space like the garage door. You want something to catch your eye, and even more so from a distance. If the look of your garage door is brightly-colored, vivid, and/or packed with patterns, you can guarantee the curb appeal will shoot through your just as attractive roof.
Designs are covered – but what about when it’s time for repair or service? Whether commercial or residential, only one Poughkeepsie garage doors service will cover it all. From details, to installation, to repair, Hudson Valley Overhead Doors & Operators are your go-to garage guys. For professional and personalized service call them today at (845) 876-2772.
