Clopay introduces wood-look garage doors for the rich appearance of wood without all the maintenance. [Read more...]

Keeping the garage warm in the winter doesn’t have to be a challenge. The easiest way to trap heat in and keep cold air out is with a weather seal. If you see a gap between the bottom of the garage door and the driveway when the door is closed, it's time to replace the stop. [Read more...]

You wouldn’t buy a new outfit without trying it on first—the same logic applies to purchasing a new garage door. Did you know you can upload a photo of your home and try on a door to see how it fits before you commit to a specific model? [Read more...]

For most Clopay garage door windows it is perfectly fine to clean the surface using a mild dishwashing and a soft cloth. Never use amoniated, abrasive or solvent- based cleaners of any kind. Some doors have decorative inserts designed to snap in and out of the window frame for easy cleaning. [Read more...]

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The adoption of the International Building Code (IBC) in most states means wind load is no longer an issue exclusive to Florida and other hurricane hot spots. [Read more...]

We’ve blogged previously about the growing trend of utilizing glass garage doors as an alternative-style patio door to seamlessly merge indoor and outdoor living spaces. That application is precisely what attracted ABC “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” (EMHE) designers to Clopay’s glass and aluminum Avante™ Collection garage doors to use in the May 16th season finale makeover benefiting the Williams family in Pine Mountain, Georgia. [Read more...]

Prior to installing a wood door, it must be primed and painted or stained with a high quality exterior finish that is mildew and UV-resistant and water repellent. Otherwise, you risk premature fading, rotting, cracking or warping and could potentially void the warranty. [Read more...]

There’s no substitute for the warm, distinctive look of wood. It offers the most design flexibility to create a one-of-a-kind door, and the species and stain options are endless. Depending on the climate and exposure, wood garage doors require more finish maintenance to maximize their appearance, longevity and performance. [Read more...]

Some of the best moments from filming a television show wind up on the cutting room floor. Fortunately, we had a photographer on the set 24/7 to capture all the moments you didn't see in primetime. [Read more...]