Negatives of Faux Wood Garage Doors
More Expensive Than Others – Although faux wood doors are much cheaper than real wood, they are still more expensive than a traditional, recessed panel door. You have to keep in mind that you are paying for the wood grain overlay on top of the standard cost of the door.
The Exterior Will Fade – Like any kind of garage door, the faux wood will eventually begin to fade from sun exposure, rain, and wind damage. But this happens gradually so it is not typically noticeable. It would only become an issue if you need to replace panels of your door. If this happened, the new panels would be brighter against the older panels.
Doesn’t Add as Much Value to Your Home – Real wood doors consistently add great value to a home in terms of curb appeal and thus resale value. Faux wood cannot compare to this higher profit. But a new faux wood garage door is still a great option for home improvement upgrades. A high quality brand will be indistinguishable from real wood from the curb.
Quality Depends on Manufacturer – The manufacturer you choose will determine the realism of your faux wood door. Some custom design and print a wood grain onto the door, while others simply use a textured mold and paint it. So you will need to consider you budget before making a final decision on a door.
Takeaway
If you are looking to achieve the visual appeal of wood without the upkeep, faux wood garage doors are an excellent option. In a broad range of style and color options, you can customize them to complement the exterior of your home. They are also cheaper, lower maintenance, and more durable than real wood doors. But you do have to consider that they are still a pricier option for new garage door installation and the realism of the door depends on the manufacturer.
To learn more about your faux wood garage door options, view our Wood Garage Doors page and contact us today! Here at Sunwest Garage Door, we provide new garage door installation in the Anaheim Hills, CA area. We would love to answer your questions and schedule a new garage door consultation.