Have you ever cruised through a neighborhood and found yourself thinking, "Every house looks identical"? It's as if they all came off the same assembly line, right down to the color and style of the garage doors. But why settle for a generic, cookie-cutter look when your home can reflect your personality and style? Your house should be a true representation of who you are, and your garage door plays a key role in achieving that.
The journey to designing a truly unique garage door starts with finding a company that specializes in crafting garage doors with a distinct and sophisticated approach. Sure, you might find a mass-produced door that gets the job done, but wouldn't it be more rewarding to create something that’s completely personalized and stands out from the crowd? At Artisan, we believe your garage door should tell a story—one that’s uniquely yours.
Selecting the Perfect Garage Door Style
Choosing the right style for your garage door is the first—and perhaps most important—step in the entire process. With countless options available, you can explore various designs and intricate details that can transform your garage door into a masterpiece. From classic to contemporary, the possibilities are endless.
Artisan offers eleven distinct door series, each of which can be tailored to suit your preferences. To help you refine your taste and find the ideal match for your home, we've developed a door style quiz that can guide you toward the perfect series. Our photo gallery also serves as a source of inspiration, showcasing the stunning work we’ve done for previous clients. As you browse through the images, take note of the specific features and details that resonate with you, knowing that these designs can only be achieved through a truly unique garage door manufacturer.
Each door series is meticulously engineered to cater to your specific needs and aesthetic preferences. Once you’ve selected a series, you’ll have the freedom to customize further, choosing from a range of styles:
- Basic Door Styles: Swing-out, folding, or hybrid designs that combine elements of both.
- Traditional Stile and Rail Doors: These doors emphasize craftsmanship, with visible vertical stiles and horizontal rails that highlight the structure of each section.
- Contemporary Doors: Ideal for modern homes, these doors offer flexibility and versatility, allowing for creative expression.
Measuring for Your Custom Garage Door
To ensure your new Artisan garage door fits perfectly, precise measurements of your garage opening are essential. The method of measurement depends on the type of door you choose. For most installations, an overhead door is the standard, requiring the following dimensions to be provided to our team:
- Door Opening: The height and width of the finished door opening.
- Sideroom: The clear area on either side of the door opening where the vertical tracks will be installed.
- Headroom: The space above the door opening, measured to the lowest obstruction (ceiling or rafters).
- Backroom: The area above the door opening where the horizontal track will be mounted, often housing the automatic opener.
For detailed instructions and downloadable templates to assist with your measurements, visit our website. Proper planning ensures a seamless installation process.
Prioritize Energy Efficiency
In today’s eco-conscious world, energy efficiency is a top priority in garage door manufacturing. Given its size, your garage door can significantly impact your home’s energy consumption. Proper insulation not only enhances comfort but also reduces heating and cooling costs.
Artisan doors feature a foam core that provides excellent thermal performance, ensuring each style boasts a high R-value. By investing in an energy-efficient garage door, you’re not only improving your home’s sustainability but also enjoying long-term cost savings.
Building Your Artisan Garage Door
Artisan garage doors are crafted with exceptional attention to detail and durability. Hidden joinery and high-pressure bonded cores ensure tight seams and robust construction. Let’s dive into the assembly process:
Milling & Parts
Using your final shop drawings, we begin rough milling to achieve the correct size and surface quality. Each component is then meticulously machined to meet both our and your expectations. Sample drawings on our website can inspire your design choices.
Window Grilles
All window grilles are handcrafted and precisely mitered before moving to the pre-finishing stage. You can choose the number of windows based on your preference, with both simulated and true-lite options available:
- Simulated: A single pane of glass divided by exterior grilles into multiple windows.
- True: Each window is a separate piece of glass with its own frame and exterior.
Adding windows to your garage door design not only enhances natural light but also boosts energy efficiency. These windows are durable, low-maintenance, and aesthetically pleasing.
Pre-Finishing
Most doors receive a finish prior to final assembly to ensure all edges are sealed. This step prevents raw, unfinished surfaces from being exposed during seasonal changes.
Assembly
During assembly, core and face frames are joined using fasteners and adhesives. The one-piece unit is then cut into overhead sections, sanded, and caulked for a seamless finish.
Finishing
Choose a factory finish or customize your door with unique touches. For instance, opting for a wire-brushed finish adds texture and depth to the grain, setting your door apart from others.
After finishing, window glass and grilles are installed, completing the transformation.
Inspection & Packaging
Before shipping, your door undergoes a thorough inspection and is photographed. Each piece is individually wrapped to ensure safe delivery, typically within two weeks.
Adding Intricate Details
Partnering with a unique garage door manufacturer opens up a world of customization options. Throughout the assembly process, you can enhance your door with additional features:
Decorative Hardware
Homeowners often opt for decorative hardware to elevate their garage door’s appearance. Available in various styles, shapes, and sizes, hardware serves both aesthetic and functional purposes. Consider where the hardware will be placed and its intended purpose—whether purely decorative or practical.
Lighting
Exterior lighting can serve both aesthetic and security functions. Whether you choose functional lights or decorative fixtures, placement and size play a critical role. Motion-sensor lights add an extra layer of safety by alerting you to movement around your property.
Specialty Glass
With home invasions on the rise, homeowners are increasingly mindful of security. Specialty glass offers a solution: it combines the beauty of windows with enhanced privacy and security. Frosted, glacier, and seeded glass options obscure the interior while maintaining an elegant exterior appearance.
Our Dealer Network
While Artisan operates from a single manufacturing location, we collaborate with over 200 dealers across the country to deliver your dream garage door. After completion, we’ll coordinate with your preferred dealer for installation. If you’re unsure of your local dealer, we’ll help connect you with a qualified professional.
By choosing Artisan, you’re not just buying a garage door—you’re investing in a piece of art that reflects your personal style and commitment to excellence. Let us help turn your vision into reality.
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