Garage Door Blog

Why VertiStack Avante is the Perfect Choice to Modernize Your Home

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A modern, sleek exterior can instantly make your home stand out in a crowded neighborhood. And the biggest—and often most overlooked—feature that can make or break a contemporary vibe is the garage door.

Oct 2024

Factors and Values: Garage Door Thermal Performance Explained

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Adrienne Reitz, Clopay Corporation's Director of Marketing Communications, defines R-value, U-value, and U-factor and reveals how these numbers can be interpreted to determine the thermal efficiency of your sectional or rolling door.

Mar 2025

Garage First, Dream Home Next: The Smart Strategy Behind Alex and Elaina's DIY Build

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Newlyweds Alex and Elaina have been living in a 26-foot RV while they build a debt-free, high-performance home on acreage in the Northeast. They have designed everything themselves with building science in mind, focusing on water management, airtightness, insulation and indoor air quality. To keep costs in line, they had to build their dream home in two stages: first, a garage apartment followed by a future main house addition.

Mar 2025

The Door That Adds More: 2025 Garage Door Trends

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Garage doors are no longer just functional elements; they have become a central feature of home design, offering opportunities for connection to nature, sustainability, and personal expression. Here are the top garage door trends in 2025.

Mar 2025

Shedding Light on Garage Exteriors: A Guide to Choosing the Best Lighting Solutions

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First impressions matter, and garage lighting plays a starring role in your home's nighttime appearance. Well-planned exterior garage lighting creates an inviting pathway, adds a layer of security, and elevates the overall look of your property. From traditional coach lights flanking the doors to sleek modern fixtures that cast the perfect glow, the options for illuminating the garage area are endless.

Mar 2025

Garage Door Improvements: 5 Ways to Upgrade Your Home in 2025

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As we settle into 2025, most people are thinking about personal goals - hitting the gym, saving money, or learning new skills. But don't forget about your home's potential. When was the last time you gave serious thought to upgrading your garage door? It's not just another item on your home maintenance checklist - it's an investment that impacts your daily life in countless ways. Whether you're pulling in after a long day at work or storing valuable tools and equipment, smart garage door improvements can transform the way your home looks and operates.

Mar 2025

VertiStack Avante installed on The New American Home 2025

Yes, A Garage Door Can Do That: Clopay Debuts Garage Doors with Unique Design and Smart Functionality at the NAHB International Builders' Show

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Clopay showcased two innovative residential aluminum and glass doors at the 2025 International Builders’ Show (IBS) that have builders, remodelers and architects rethinking garage door design and functionality: the VertiStack® Avante®, a unique compact vertical stacking door, and an Avante® Sleek door with smart film technology that switches between clear and opaque glass.

Mar 2025

Everything You Need to Know About Customizing a Garage Door

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Standing in your driveway, squinting at that vast expanse of bland garage door, you might be wondering: what if? What if that boring beige panel could become something extraordinary? Customizing a garage door opens up a world of design possibilities, allowing homeowners to tailor everything from materials and colors to intricate design elements.

Jan 2025