Find Garage Doors Perfect for Small Garages and Sheds

Wouldn’t it be great to have a new shed on your property? What about a small garage to house your tractor? Maybe you need a place to keep your tools. Whether building a shed or adding a new small garage, you should consider adding an overhead garage door.

The small garage and the large garage match beautifully! You can find a range of fantastic garage doors for small garage sand sheds that can work well in a range of colors. Consider the Moderno 2 beads design, 6’ x 7’ for the shed and in 10’ x 8’ for the attached garage, both in Black.

You have a few things to think about when it comes to your shed and your property. Maybe you will build it on your own or maybe you’ll hire someone to do it. If you have the time and want to build it alone or with friends, check out House Digest at the link for some great tips.

Can You Put a Garage Door on a Shed? Will They Fit?

You will find garage door sizes, along with custom options for your garage doors.

One of the great things about working with Garaga is that you can get the size garage door you need because we can do custom work. Find options from 4’ to 20’ feet wide (to the nearest inch), and from 6’ to 12’ feet high (in one- or three-inch increments). Even if you have a small garage or shed, we can make small garage doors that are just 4’ wide.

Best of all, you don’t have to pay extra for getting the dimensions that are right for you. You can find the perfect solution for your shed.

It is possible to install a small garage door the size and design you want on your shed. It’s a great idea.

Why Should You Consider Insulation for the Garage Door?

If you are going to spend a lot of time in the space, it’s usually a good idea to choose something that’s insulated. If it’s a workspace or a place to sleep, insulation is a must. If it’s a storage spot, it’s not as important in some cases.

Of course, temperature drops could damage items you are storing. There is also the potential for moisture to be retained in the shed.

Explore these 6 tips for preventing humidity problems in your shed, from SFGATE including caulk, a dehumidifier, a window fan, and more.

To Heat or Not to Heat Your Shed: R-Value for Garage Doors

What should the R-value of your garage door be? Depending on whether you want to heat your garage or shed or not will help to determine this. Higher R-values mean higher insulation, of course. The way you plan to use the shed will determine the R-value you want.

Those who have heated sheds should get a value of at least R-12. Those who have an unheated shed will find that a simple garage door with polystyrene, or no insulation, would be just fine.

Explore the Village Collection of Overhead Garage Doors

You will find a lot to love with the Village Collection garage doors, which are polystyrene-insulated or non-insulated. You can find some great patterns, and they are available in two styles—Carriage House and Traditional. From there, check out the 10 designs and the nine colors.

You could store all sorts of items here. This garage door would work well for a garage where you stool tools, toys, ATVs, and more. This is the Village Collection I-2 design, Flat base, 5’ x 6’, White, Satin window. The Village Collection garage doors work well for detached garages and sheds.

You Will Love the Vantage Overhead Garage Door Construction

Vantage garage doors are a smart choice for energy efficiency. They are made with polystyrene insulation or Styrofoam sandwiched between two steel walls. The garage doors are 2” thick.

The garage door has a nice stain that works well with the environment. It also features steel on both sides of the garage door to provide some more durability. This is the 7' x 7', Iron Ore Walnut, Orion 4 lite windows.

Check Out Acadia 138 Garage Door Models

You will appreciate the Acadia 138 garage doors. They are polyurethane-insulated and have R-12 thermal resistance. It’s a sturdy garage door that also provides aesthetics you are sure to appreciate.

What do you think about these polyurethane-insulated garage doors? They can provide excellent thermal insulation. Those who are using the shed for an office will love a nice wide garage door they can open to get some fresh air. Of course, close the garage door when it’s cold to keep cozy inside. This is the Acadia 138 in the Classic CC design 5' x 7', Ice White.

Contact a garage door specialist and let them know about your project. They can let you know more about the best R-level and insulation for the space.

Keep Your Shed Warm with a Great Garage Door and These Tips

Check out some of these practical and cost-effective ways to heat a shed from Shed Windows and More. We’ve included a few below:

• Good insulation will always make a difference.
• Get a small, portable heater.
• Add a woodstove.

This is a lovely little woodstove. Imagine how much cozier your shed or small garage will be if you add one of these. Image from Unsplash.

Excellent Reasons for a Sectional Garage Door for Your Shed

1. Better Space for Storage with the Right Garage Door

You likely have a lot of items that you use seasonally that could be stored in your garage. This could include things like your holiday decorations, pool toys, outdoor furniture, etc.

When you have a wider opening thanks to the garage door, it gives you more space to move around and get what you need. It should help to ensure that everything is nice and accessible. Of course, you still need to make sure the garage is properly organized.

2. In and Out Easier with the Wider Garage Door

Having a small sectional overhead garage door with a wide opening is nice because it means moving larger items into and out of the garage will be substantially easier. There is also less of a chance that you might inadvertently damage the sides of the garage when you have a wider garage door.

Garage Door Openers Make Access Easy

To make your life even easier, get an electric garage door opener installed with your garage door. Of course, you need to be sure you are choosing a great model of garage door opener for the shed.

The LiftMaster 8355W model is a trolley opener. It has the advantages of being reliable and quiet. You will also like that it includes myQ technology. This tech makes it possible to control and monitor the garage using your smartphone.

• Should you consider a trolley or overhead central garage door opener?

  You will find that a trolley is a great choice because it is meant to work with low-headroom. It is a popular choice for the standard lift garage doors. It can work quite well in sheds.

  It works relatively simply, too. The electric garage door operator is mounted at the center of the garage door on the ceiling. When the motor is activated, it lifts the garage door up and down.

• Would a jackshaft or wall-mounted garage door opener work?

  You will find that you could also use a jackshaft. This could be a good option for those who might want to have some added space for storage on the garage or shed’s ceiling. These types of lifts tend to have less maintenance, as well.

  With these, the garage door opener is placed to the side of the garage door. You will also appreciate that the jackshaft can be used with any sort of garage door lift. It works best with high-lift garage doors.

The type of garage door opener that is needed will vary based on the size of the structure. If you have questions regarding the garage door openers or the types of lift, you should make sure to contact a professional as soon as possible. After all, there are many different types of models available today, and it can be hard to know what to choose. Getting a little bit of professional guidance along the way can help.

Other LiftMaster Options to Consider

Some people like the simplicity of manually opening the garage door, especially on smaller garage doors. If that’s the case, you could also add a pull chain or lift handles. Having these options can make it easier to open the garage door.

You might also want to add some inside locks. This can give your shed some additional security.

This is a nice garage door size. It’s wide enough that you could easily bring in and out a four-wheeler, motorcycle, or other small vehicles. It also means it’s easier to get stored items in and out. This is the Classic MIX design, 8’ x 7’, Charcoal.

The Right Garage Door for Your Home

Just because you are looking for small garage doors for sheds and small garages doesn’t mean you will be limited when it comes to colors and style. There are some great options that go well beyond boring white. It’s often possible to find the same design for your shed that you have on your home’s garage doors. It might be nice to have everything matching.

Great ways to add a little style and personality to your garage or shed.

• Windows

  First, think about the ways that you can use windows on your garage door. They are nice for adding some natural light to the space, and you’ll love that there are quite a few different types of glass. You could choose glass with textures or a satiny surface, for example. Maybe you would like decorative grid inserts to the outside of the windows. Find some ways to personalize your space.

  You might want something like the Sandblast glass. It lets in the light, but it ensures that people outside can’t see everything in your shed. It’s a nice option for privacy.

• Decorative hardware

  Using decorative hardware is a simple and fun way of dressing up your garage door a bit. You can choose from a wide range of styles to find what’s perfect for you.

  It is nice and easy to install decorative hardware like knockers by yourself!

Think about all of the personalization options for your shed or small garage. You could use windows, real overlays, etc., and make it look similar to your house as they have done in the image above. It looks great and the hardware on the shed gives it a nice, rustic look. This is the Eastman E-22 design, 6’ x 7’, Moka Brown garage door and Ice White overlays, 4 vertical lite Panoramic windows.

Find the Right Garage Door for Your Shed or Small Garage

At this point, you know that it’s possible to find a great garage door that will work on your building. We can provide custom options with small sizes including 4’x6’, 5’x5’, 6’x6’, 6’x7’, and anything in between.

Get a Custom Garage Door

Are you already an owner of a Garaga garage door? If you are, we can quickly get a smaller garage door that matches ready for your new smaller building, so it matches perfectly.

Laurent Overhead Door Systems provides a range of options. you can find more than 35 designs and 10 colors. We make it easy to find options by breaking down our designs into the 3 most popular house styles:

• The Traditional style is a great choice for those who are looking for a classic look for their garage doors whether it’s for their main garage or a shed.
• The Contemporary style is a nice choice for those who want a modern look.
• The Carriage House style brings back the look of days gone by.

You should also give the Design Centre a whirl. It lets you create different types of garage doors to see how they will look on the building. It’s easy to use. When you find what you want, you can request a free quote via email!

If you have other questions, be sure to ask one of our specialists.

We can help with style, color, garage door opener selection, and more. Just contact Laurent Overhead Door Systems. We have a lot of experience in the business and are standing by to help you find the perfect garage door for your small garage or shed.

Call us at 603-524-4778 to get started.