Top 4 Garage Door Trends of 2017

Home design trends are always changing, and we're forecasting the garage door must-haves for the new year.

1. Primary Colours

A fresh coat of paint can provide a huge boost in curb appeal and set your home apart from your neighbour's. The years of standard white and earth tone garage doors are gone with more homeowners opting to stand out instead of blending in.

Choose a garage door in a shade of red, blue, or yellow to add a unique and contemporary element to your home. Be sure to pick a colour that complements the colour of your front door and any existing trim on your home's exterior.

2. Low Maintenance Materials

Cut down on the extra elbow grease you'll need to keep your garage door looking it's best by investing in a door built out of fiberglass, vinyl, or aluminum.

• Fiberglass: available in a variety of designs and textures, fiberglass doors are durable and require little maintenance throughout the year. Fiberglass is also resistant to peeling, which makes it the ideal material for homeowners in coastal regions.
• Vinyl: lightweight and resistant to dents, peel, and rot, vinyl garage doors can withstand all that life throws at them. Vinyl doors also have high resistance to moisture, making them a favourite among homeowners in humid climates.
• Aluminum: rust-resistant and lightweight for easy installation, aluminum garage doors are an affordable and low maintenance option. These doors can stand up against snow, sand, and salt air.

3. Smart Home Technology

From light bulbs to security systems, you can now take control of your home from wherever you are –— and that includes your garage door. With technology like Liftmaster's Internet Gateway system, you can connect with and control your garage door or gate opener using your smartphone, computer, or tablet.

4. Energy Efficiency

This year, help reduce your monthly energy bill and your carbon footprint by investing in an energy efficient garage door. An energy efficient door will help to keep your garage warm in the winter and cool in the summer as well as help to reduce the passage of cold air into your home if you have an attached garage.

With these garage door trends for 2017 in mind, connect with one of our Creative Door professionals and start shopping.