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Garage door opening is 8ft wide by 7ft high
I built a pair of doors years ago because I wanted side hinged and a 3ft pedestrian door, as its used more as a workshop (and now the home office is in there) than a garage, so dont want the faff of an up and over or roller door. They’ve now failed, and after a week off work with a bad back after having to karate kick the door shut to lock it due to swelling, this years project is to replace them.
Ive seen wooden ones on ebay but they look really flimsy, and garage door suppliers either don’t seem to want my business, or are £1500 ish for a less than ideal pair.
Im thinking Ill have to roll my sleeves up and do another pair, but was wondering on the best method/materials for their construction. Would like them to look similar to the outdoor build if possible. Any ideas ?
I built a pair of doors years ago because I wanted side hinged and a 3ft pedestrian door, as its used more as a workshop (and now the home office is in there) than a garage, so dont want the faff of an up and over or roller door. They’ve now failed, and after a week off work with a bad back after having to karate kick the door shut to lock it due to swelling, this years project is to replace them.
Ive seen wooden ones on ebay but they look really flimsy, and garage door suppliers either don’t seem to want my business, or are £1500 ish for a less than ideal pair.
Im thinking Ill have to roll my sleeves up and do another pair, but was wondering on the best method/materials for their construction. Would like them to look similar to the outdoor build if possible. Any ideas ?