Garage Door Accessories to Make Your Door Look Like a Carriage Door

Are you bored with your conventional garage door? Give your garage old-world charm by converting your conventional garage door to a carriage-style door. To do this, you’ll need to make a few simple changes.

What Is a Carriage Door?

Carriage houses were basically the garages of old-world charm. Carriage houses held the carriages and horses that carried people from one place to another. In appearance, they were similar to barns, and their doors were similar to barn doors. 

Today, the term “carriage door” usually refers to a garage door that bears a resemblance to a barn door. Carriage style doors typically include hardware, distinctive wooden planking and windows.

Which Accessories Make Your Door Look Like a Carriage-Style Door?

Many traditional garage doors can be easily converted into a carriage-style door with minimal effort from the homeowner. In fact, carriage door conversion can be done so convincingly that it’s hard to tell the difference. Below are some of the garage door accessories you’ll need to make your old garage door look like new.

• Hinge hardware. Carriage doors were held in place with large iron hinges. These hinges were black and very visible from the front. Decorative hinge hardware is available for sale with garage door contractors and suppliers.
• Handles. Traditionally, carriage doors did not lift up. They opened outward, like standard doors. Handles were used to pull the doors open. Like the large iron hinges, these handles were very visible. Today, garage door suppliers sell these handles for easy installation.
• Windows. It’s not easy to install windows on a garage door that doesn’t have windows already. However, faux windows can be painted on, or applied as sticker decals.

Can You Make Your Own Carriage-Style Door Accessories?

Hinges and handles can be painted on your garage door with black paint. However, painted hinges and handles often look less realistic compared to the types of hinges generally sold by garage door accessory suppliers. 

For the most authentic-looking carriage-door conversion, contact a garage door contractor who can sell you a long-lasting, attractive product.

Want a Real Carriage-Style Door? Contact Us!

Carriage style doors can increase your home’s curb appeal and value. If your garage door is in poor condition or is simply very old, it may be time to install a new door in its place. Contact a reputable garage door contractor to discuss installation of a new carriage-style garage door in your home. We can provide you with a quote for a new garage door. Contact us to set up an appointment.

Still deciding if this is the right choice for you? Read on to discover four reasons why you should give a closer look at these stylish, classic garage doors.

4 Reasons To Choose a Carriage Garage Door From the Carriage House Collection

Garage doors have gone through a lot of changes in the last several decades, and new styles emerge all the time! If you’re a homeowner looking for a stylish, attractive garage door, you’ve got many options. One of the most popular garage doors from Overhead Door Company of Fayetteville are doors in the Carriage House Collection.

Our carriage garage doors have timeless beauty and beautiful craftsmanship. If you’re trying to sort through our many beautiful garage door options to find the right style for you, here’s what to consider about carriage garage door options:

1. Timeless Beauty, Curb Appeal

Carriage garage doors mimic the look of old carriage house doors. This timeless aesthetic adds a level of fantasy and old-world beauty to your home, which can improve your home’s curb appeal.

Replacing your older garage door with a new carriage house garage door can make your home more attractive to home buyers, which can help your house sell more quickly if selling your home is something you plan to do soon.

2. Improved Home Value

Nearly anything you do to make your home more attractive can improve its value in small ways. In fact, some experts estimate that the return on investment of a new garage door is 97.5%. That means that nearly all the money you invest in your new garage door can be made back!

3. Variety of Door, Hardware, and Window Designs

Carriage garage doors come in a variety of configurations and also have many hardware options. In fact, it’s these hardware options that can make your garage door so much fun.

With carriage house garage door hardware, your home will take on the look of that old world carriage house that we mentioned earlier. You’ll love the way the specialized hardware changes the look of your house. You can see what we mean by viewing Overhead Door Company’s Carriage House Collection.

4. Perfect Fit for a Traditional Style Home

If your house is built in a traditional style, there’s almost no type of garage door that’s more appropriate for your property than this classic garage door style.

Carriage-style garage doors emphasize the classic beauty of any home while downplaying the more modern influences in the home’s architecture. Your house will look more historic as soon as the garage door is installed. Just wait and see!

Install a Carriage Garage Door Today

Carriage garage doors are in vogue! Call Overhead Door Company of Fayetteville at 910-423-8090 to find out more about how you can improve the value of your home and make your home more functional with a garage door from our Carriage House Collection.

We’ve got all the information you need—and the variety of choices—for you to make a confident decision. Want to learn more? Next, we’ll explore our useful guide that provides all the details.

Everything You Need to Know about Carriage Garage Doors

Carriage garage doors are more popular than ever. Maybe it’s the pleasing hardware, the charming windows, or the way they look like they belong on a stable. Whatever the reason, carriage doors have captured the attention of homeowners, and now more than ever, they’re seeking these doors for their garages. 

If you’re a homeowner who is considering installing carriage garage doors on your home, here’s what you need to know.

Windows

Windows are an essential part of any carriage door. Typically, the windows are multi-paneled and located high up on the door. Sometimes the windows are arched, sometimes they’re rectangular.

If you’re planning to install carriage doors on your garage, ask yourself whether the glass should be transparent or frosted. Frosted windows allow light to enter the garage while still providing security by obscuring the view that anyone might have of the garage contents. Transparent windows provide more light and make it possible to see out of the garage through the windows.

Texture and Material

Traditionally, carriage doors have been made of wood. Today, they are often not made of wood, but they’re designed to mimic the look of wood all the same. Look for wood-like texture if you want your carriage doors to appear as authentic as possible. Wood look-alike doors can be made from steel, vinyl and fiberglass.

If you’re a homeowner who wants a genuine wood door, be prepared to maintain your door by painting or re-sealing it on a regular basis. Failure to paint or re-seal your door could lead to wood rot.

Hardware

Carriage doors are most easily identified by their wrought-iron hardware. Often this hardware is decorative. Homeowners often have their choice of different types of hardware, depending on their tastes. Work with your garage door contractor to get the type of hardware that looks best on your home.

Is a Carriage Door Right for You?

A garage door can cost anywhere from $700 to $1,400 and may last between 15 and 30 years. In other words, they’re a big commitment. Picking the right door is important.

Read customer reviews, look at pictures, and if possible, feel samples of the material that you’re thinking about purchasing. Work with your garage door contractor to ensure that the carriage door you purchase will bring you satisfaction for many years to come.

Where to Buy a Carriage Door in Fayetteville

Want to buy a carriage door in Fayetteville? Contact Us! We sell a variety of garage door types including many models of carriage doors. Contact us for a quote or consultation today.

Another popular option to consider are barn-style garage doors that can create a stylish, unique statement. We’ll review some information about these doors and why they can be a good choice.

Why Choose Barn-Style Garage Doors?

Barn-style garage doors are popular among homeowners who want a homey or rustic look. These bold garage doors will generate plenty of curb appeal if you’re thinking of selling your home, but that’s not the only reason to fall for barn-style garage doors. Learn the best reasons to choose these garage doors now.

1. Distinctive Design Sets Your Home Apart

If you are looking for a way to set your home apart from others in your neighborhood, these garage doors could do the trick. Barn-style garage doors, sometimes known as carriage-style doors, have a distinctive design often featuring a raised X-shape. 

While homes of mid-century, Craftsman, or bungalow homes are often drawn to these garage doors, barn-style doors can enhance any style of home.

2. Let in Natural Light 

Many barn-style garage doors have windows, which let natural light into the garage. If you use your garage as a hobby space, you will appreciate the additional natural light. Depending on your location, you may save on garage electricity use due to the ample natural light.

Barn-style garage doors that don’t have windows are also available. If you value privacy or have light-sensitive equipment stored in your garage, you might prefer a solid garage door.

3. Add Value to Your Home

Garage doors are a tried and true investment for homeowners who want to add value to their property. Doors add visual appeal and pay for themselves (or better) when the home is sold. Barn style garage doors are available in wood and steel. Both of these materials are durable, high-quality, and sure to add value to your home.

If you’re torn between wood and steel, consider that a wood garage door will need regular maintenance. The door must be stained or painted to protect against the elements, usually as often as every few years. Exposed to water, wood can rot. Steel will not rot when exposed to water, nor will it need to be repainted regularly.

Wood does have a charm that steel does not, and it may be a historically appropriate choice for an older home.

4. Can Be Retrofitted Into Your Garage

Barn-style garage doors look like they swing open, but that’s a trick of the eye. You will find barn-style doors that roll up, slide open, or swing out – just select what works best for you. Once you’ve chosen your ideal garage door, our contractors can retrofit your current garage to ensure a perfect fit. Ease of installation keeps your costs down, making this an attractive and affordable home renovation.

Whatever Your Style, Schedule Your Garage Door Installation With Our Pros

For professional garage door installation, look no further than the Overhead Door Company of Fayetteville. 

As a leading local business for over 50 years, we are your trusted partner in garage door installation. Visit our showroom to browse barn-style garage doors, or contact us for an estimate: 910-423-8090.

 

Key Takeaways:

• Carriage door refers to a garage door that resembles a barn door. It’s taken from the old-world tradition of carriage houses that held the horses and carriages.
• Carriage style doors typically include hardware, distinctive wooden planking and windows.
• To make your door look like a carriage door, remember that hinges and handles can be painted on the door, even though they will look less realistic when compared to the real thing. 
• For the most authentic-looking carriage-door conversion, contact one of our garage door professionals who can sell you a long-lasting, attractive product.
• A garage door can cost anywhere from $700 to $1,400 and may last between 15 and 30 years. Picking the right door is important.
• Barn-style garage doors are popular among homeowners who want a homey or rustic look.
• These doors can also increase your curb appeal, increase your home value and the variety of designs are perfect for traditional-style homes.

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Sources:

The Spruce, “Types of Garage Doors,” https://www.thespruce.com/types-of-garage-doors-8677619