1. What platform and door manufacturers do we use use?
We use a variety of manufacturers including Overhead Doors, Windsor-Republic, Amarr, CHI, and Northwest Doors.

2. What gauge steel are on the doors?
Standard gauges as available by manufacturers. Current trends are in the 24 gauge for residential doors.

3. Do you use only commercial sections to build your Doors?
We are able to use both commercial as well as non commercial door sections.

4. Are your doors insulated?
Yes, we only use insulated sandwich panels door sections in both EPS and Polyurethane foam for maximum insulation.

6. What type of adhesives and fasteners do you use?
We use proprietary adhesives and no mechanical fasteners. Mechanical fasteners create moisture intrusion and corrosion, and will void most manufacturers warranties.

7. What testing has been done on finished product?
Extensive testing at high (200F) and low (-30F) temperatures was undertaken on our finished products with no delaminations or adverse effects.

8. How heavy are your doors?

Our doors are very light in comparison to wooden or composite doors. We add approximately .75 lb per sq foot of applied material. We add less than 50 lbs to a typical 8 x 7 door.

9. Do you apply mechanical fasteners to the door?
No, Mechanical fasteners create moisture intrusion and oxidation / corrosion, and will void most manufacturers warranties.

10 Are custom design doors available?
We can design any kind of door requested, within reason.

11. Are there window options?
Yes, we can provide any type of window design you are looking for, as long as the platform is available from manufacturer.

12. Do you use window inserts or are your windows built into the door?
All of our window options are built as part of the door.

13. What type of material do you use on your doors?
All of our products are manmade polymers that DO NOT CONTAIN any wood or wood particles. Our product will not rot, mold, and is pest free. It provides a replication of wood without the maintenance. When installed it really look just like a natural wood door.

14. What kind of guarantee do you have on the construction of the door?
The manufacturer has a limited lifetime guarantee on the door itself. We guarantee the construction and adhesion of the trim boards for 3 years.

16. How do your doors compare to competing garage doors that offer a similar product?
We were the first to develop the technology. We offer more custom door models, wood species, and color choices than other competing faux wood garage doors. Our doors are very competitive due to our low overhead costs. Go ahead. Shop around. Compare our doors to other's–models, colors, samples, price –and then call us.

A note about faux wood claddings sold as retrofit Do-it-Yourself products or kits
We install our faux wood cladding material on new garage door panels. Existing door panels have existing problems due to sun exposure and the elements. Applying any type of laminate on an existing door is wrought with problems which will be manifested sooner or later.

Some of the problems are associated with the types of adhesion, or fastening on a less than desired surface that may include raised panel which makes for questionable adhesion, added weight, void manufacturer warranty and invites water intrusion/corrosion over time. We do not use mechanical fasteners.

Other problems are due to improper springing which is ABSOLUTELY required. Correct weights must be used, as an improperly sprung door will cause failure that could be catastrophic. Setting the door track is also a concern as an improperly balanced door will cause motor failure and create a dangerous situation. We prepare our doors according the IDA (International Door Association) guidelines. We provide new doors, track and springs that are properly set from the factory.

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