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Real wood garage doors look beautiful and can be made to almost any design. They also need the most care: regular sealing or painting to stop cracking in the sun and swelling in damp air.
Wood is a good pick when the garage door is a big part of your home’s look and you are ready to maintain it.
Wood in Southern California
Inland sun and dry Santa Ana winds can crack wood finishes. Coastal fog can swell it. If you like the look but not the upkeep, compare wood-look doors. See our material guide and custom garage doors.
- 01Natural character
- Grain and detailing vary with the material and construction selected.
- 02Finish care
- Exposure and finish requirements should be part of the maintenance discussion.
- 03Door weight
- The spring system and opener must suit the finished assembly.
- 04Design flexibility
- Discuss panel proportions and windows against the options actually available.
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WHY ORANGE COUNTY CHOOSES ROYALTY
- The name your neighbors recommend. Homeowners across Orange County call Royalty first, and they send their friends.
- The price before the work. A free estimate and a clear price. You pay once the door works and you are happy.
- Local shops close to you. Royalty has shops in Mission Viejo, Dana Point, and Westminster.
What to compare
- Finish maintenance and weather exposure
- Door weight and supporting hardware
- Natural grain versus a wood-look finish
