Silvelox Doors is one of the best designers of contemporary bespoke doors. Made in Northern Italy, Silvelox uses artistic designers. Their main focus is the design. However, the engineering of the doors is also of the highest quality. For over 50 years their aim has been to make the very best doors for all types of property. As a result, Silvelox offer a high level of design and beauty with practicality and suitability for all.
Craftsmanship
Using mainly wood for their unique doors, they have kept the same design rules from the start. Hence, they have built their reputation around it. The art of the craftsman and their skills have slowly started to die out throughout the joinery trade. So, Silvelox have not allowed this to happen. All of the doors are hand finished, using traditional techniques. Therefore, this gives our customers the highest quality product. Silvelox pride themselves on this quality and are devoted to innovation, using the traditional with modern technologies.
Design
Silvelox design and make a wide range of interior and exterior doors. Furthermore, each door is a bespoke design for every customer. Whatever door is needed, it is practical, has high security, insulation and is a beautiful design. The Company hold ‘vision’ and ‘passion’ as their main ideals. This alongside a need for style and attention to detail. Therefore, Silvelox Doors are always improving and expanding their product ranges. Research and development is ongoing. Consequently, the Silvelox door is always improving.
Silvelox front doors
Silvelox offer a wide range of front doors designed to client specific needs. This is because our customers can specify items such as style, colour and materials. Other options include the levels of insulation and security. By involving you, our customers, in the design process, we can ensure that you will receive a door that meets your requirements.
Silvelox garage doors
Silvelox Doors offer a variety of unusual garage doors designs to suit customer homes perfectly. Silvelox garage doors provide stunning design and eye-catching style in a practical, high security product. Up-to-date security options can be added and changed allowing customers exactly what they require from a garage door. Silvelox provide a variety
of designs, such as overlap and trackless. For more information on the Silvelox trackless garage door please view our previous blog post here.
Silvelox Doors from Lakes Garage Doors
Lakes Garage Doors are suppliers of high quality products for every home including Silvelox. For any information on any of our products, please get in touch with our friendly team or view our full Silvelox range online.
]]>The exterior style of your home is very important; it makes a statement to your visitors before they even reach the doorstep. Traditional vs. Modern; choosing the right style is a matter of balancing your practical requirements with your desired aesthetic to create something that is both beautiful and functional.
Traditional
If you’re looking for a traditional aesthetic then you will most likely be looking for a wooden garage door. Timber has been used in architecture for countless centuries. It provides not only a sturdy and secure finish but an attractive one as well. The exact timber you choose will also make a difference; oak garage doors are particularly popular for a really traditional look. The weight of oak means that they are generally not made of solid timber, instead using a thin top layer like a veneer.
Traditional Side Hinged
The most traditional form of garage door is a side hinged one; if you want to use a heavy timber like oak. This is more practical than a door which opens vertically. However, they are generally more suited to garages which are to be used for general storage or as a workshop, as opposed to one for keeping your car in. It is easy to open one side to pop in and fetch something. However, it is a little more cumbersome to open both leaves to drive in and out.
If you want the appearance of side hinged doors but with the practicality of a modern sectional garage door, you can choose something like the GDS Coach House. This is pictured below. Made in white as standard, it is also available with the unique wind-o-wood handcrafted finish for the appearance of oak or mahogany.
Modern
Modern aesthetics are far more flexible – depending on your tastes. You might still prefer timber, or you may prefer a metal finish. If bright colours are your style, then many of our garage doors can be finished in your choice of any RAL colour. This gives you numerous options.
Practical Modern Doors
A modern aesthetic lends itself to a range of flexible options. Sectional garage doors and roller garage doors are particularly popular. They lend themselves to automation. They do not require room in front to open and do not take up too much of the interior space. These types of garage door are particularly useful for parking vehicles. However, if you use your garage for general storage you may wish to have a side door for popping in and out. This will prevent displaying the contents of your garage to passers-by.
A range of striking patterns and designs can be added to modern garage doors to create a fantastic first impression. One such door is the Novoferm ISO 45 Paris, pictured below.
For more information on any of our products, traditional vs. modern, or to talk to our friendly sales team about creating the perfect garage door for your home, simply call us on 0800 1955690.
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When people think of timber garage doors, they tend to think of traditional timbers, such as oak. The fact is that the types of wood can be far more exotic in nature. Exotic wooden garage doors can be exceptionally varied. They can even be a genuinely outlandish wood from a far-flung country. Far from softwood and hardwood garage doors being dull, wooden garage doors can be a fantastic way to mark a home exterior as something a bit special.
Here at Lakes Garage Doors, we can supply you with a variety of timber for your garage doors. Here are some details about two of the woods that we find to be popular:
Idigbo
Idigbo is a type of wood that comes from such localities as Cameroon, the Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea and Sierra Leone. Pale yellow in colouration and very light, it possesses very durable heartwood. It is a regular fixture within the realm of high class joinery. Idigbo is easy to work with and finishes well. In fact, when it is finished in a certain fashion, Idigbo strongly resembles oak. As well as being exotic wooden garage doors, they can also be called upon as a cost effective alternatives to oak. The Idigbo timber that is used within our garage doors is naturally resistant to moisture. It makes an ideal choice for an installation that is going to be exposed to the elements. The fact that it remains light also makes it perfect for styles like up and over garage doors.
Okoume
Okoume is a wood that is native to West Africa, and this hardwood is taken from a medium-sized tree that rarely grows larger than 40 metres in height. It is a rich reddish-brown, and also comes totally free of knots; many people greatly appreciate its smooth and unblemished surface. Certain varieties, (especially sapwoods), are also available in light greys and even pink hues. Just because two people have an Okoume garage door certainly need not have twin doors with regards to appearance. Despite its fresh aesthetics, Okoume can also be depended upon to last, as it is actually very durable, in spite of being fairly soft, and this latter property means that it is superbly easy to work with, meaning that we utilise it in our trackless garage doors. This wood can be can make truly exotic wooden garage doors
Timber may be timeless, but to equate that with ‘boring’ would be nothing but a mistake. If you’re looking for a reliable supplier of exotic timber garage doors, but also want something a little out of the ordinary, then be sure to give Lakes Garage Doors a call on 0800 1955690.
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The up and over garage door remains one of the most popular garage doors within our repertoire. This is because there are many up and over garage door styles. Coupled with this they are easy to use and competitively priced. In one of our previous blogs, The Brilliance of the Up and Over Garage Doors, one of the factors that we mentioned was the design flexibility. Consequently, this remains a top selling point for this product. In our collection of up and over garage doors we have a huge range of materials and finishes. Let us introduce you to a few of our favourite products, together with our favourite styles.
Modern Up and Over Garage Door Styles
One of our favourite garage doors from our up and over collection is the Garador Design 101, this minimalist yet unique design will create a beautiful modern aesthetic. Manufactured with tough stainless steel highlights this product is extremely durable. One of the great up and over garage door styles. Available in 7 different colours, this door will suit any taste and is a great choice for adding a contemporary edge to your home.
Rustic Chic
The Novoferm Henley garage door is truly beautiful, as all timber frame doors are. It adds a wonderful sense of warmth to your home, and
can suit homes of both traditional or modern aesthetic. You can have your door in an array of wood colours including ebony, mahogany, golden oak and more, this door really is versatile and will suit many desired up and over garage door styles.
Doors with a wooden-style finish and hardwood garage doors are much sought after, thanks to their beauty and durable qualities. Our up and over garage doors can be made from a huge variety of species of hard wood. Whether you desire a dark wood or a light wood product you can get the up and over garage door styles you desire here at Lakes Garage Doors.
Subtle Elegance
If you require a classic appearance for your home the stunning Garador Stamford is the choice for you. Complete with a white gloss finish, this door is a classic. It is subtle yet elegant, adding the perfect touch of class to your home. These doors are available with various window options, so your garage door can act as a decorative item as well as a practical product.
A garage door is a fantastic way to enhance the exterior design of your home. Choose your brand new garage door from within our collection of up and over garage door styles. We have a huge selection available. For more information with regards to our products and services, please do not hesitate to get in contact with our helpful team here at Lakes Garage Doors.
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When it comes to choosing a garage door, one of the important aspects you will have to consider is the material. Not only does this affect how the finished door will look. It will also affect factors such as durability and insulation. Wood has been a popular building material for centuries. It is an abundant natural resource which is easy to work with, and gives an attractive finish. If you’re considering a wooden garage door, here are your options.
Wooden Effect
If the main attraction of wood is its visual appeal, consider a steel garage door with a wood effect finish. Heavy duty
galvanised steel is the most common material for garage doors. It is a very strong material which offers a high level of security for your garage. Wood is naturally a better insulator than steel, but insulated steel doors offer just as much if not more energy efficiency. Nowadays, you can have very realistic looking wooden effect garage doors made from steel. These offer a range of finishes to mimic different types of wood.
Wooden Garage Doors-Hardwood
If you’re looking for a real wooden garage door, you have a wide range of different types of wood to choose from. Hardwood garage doors give you an attractive finish and are excellent for an authentic, traditional look. Some hardwoods, such as oak, are not frequently used in garage doors due to their weight, but we can design doors which overcome these limitations. Teak and African okoume are more frequently used, as they are somewhat lighter than oak.
Wooden Garage Doors-Softwood
Softwoods like cedar are also used in building garage doors, but are a little more prone to damage than hardwood. Keys can leave scratches over time. Consequently, they are best as automatic doors which won’t be handled manually as often. Cedar garage doors are frequently chosen because it’s an attractive material often used for cladding. Colouring with stain can mimic many other wood species. It is therefore easy to match your garage door to your property.
If you want a timber garage door, whether you choose to go for a wooden effect over steel or real wood, here at Lakes Garage Doors we offer a wide range to suit any style or budget. Get in touch with us on 0800 1955690, as we may be able to offer it in a bespoke design.
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the buildings aesthetics. All houses have an architectural style, no matter how old or new. If you add something that reflects the wrong time period or has the wrong design features, it will look out of place. Even if you don’t think your home has particularly attractive look, adding something that’s out of place will make it worse. It could even lower the property value. Here we present a buyer’s guide of different house styles and how you can choose a complimentary garage door that blends in with the style of your property.
Modern home
A modern home may be anything built from the 1970s onwards and can vary in style. Many modern homes are eclectic in their use of cladding. They can make use of a mixture of stone, wood or whitewashing. Aluminium roller garage doors will look good on a modern home as it has a sleek design and the mechanism means space is saved in garages where space may be restricted.
1920-1930 Art Deco
The architectural styles of the 1930s were changing. It is actually hard to place a 1930s building at first glance because they used a variety of styles and building techniques. The building materials ranged from red brick to concrete with pebble dash cladding. 1920s homes tended to be small as the demand for housing had grown for the increasing population. One new and popular feature was the garage, as car ownership was expanding rapidly. A sectional garage door could be ideal for a 1930s home. With the sleek design and the range of finishes you can find a style that compliments even an art deco style.
Victorian and Edwardian
The older the house, the less likely it is to have an original garage. The reason for this is for the obvious. Cars didn’t develop until the late 19th century. They weren’t commercially widespread until 1908 when Ford released the Model T. Garages that already exist on period properties are likely to have been added later or converted from outbuildings, stables or coach houses. Victorian properties have distinct styles, favour high ceilings and ornate embellishments including bullion moulding. For that reason we recommend the side hinged garage doors to mimic traditional coach houses.
Tudor and Stuart Style
You may be lucky enough to live in a house that dates back to the 17thcentury. You may live in a 1900s arts and crafts style property that mimics that timber frames, clay rendering and sometimes thatched roofs. If your property includes outbuildings, you can convert these into a garage without the need for planning permission. However, if you wish to build a garage onto the side of the house, you will need to seek planning permission. For listed or period properties that exceed 200 years old you should choose timber garage doors. These will blend with the traditional style and materials used.
Choosing the right type and style of garage door is important. Maintain the existing character of your home as near as possible. The garage door is a large external feature that will be noticed. The older your property the more you should try to choose a complimentary garage door for your home.
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A new garage door can give the outside of your home something extra . Here at Lakes Garage Doors we are proud of the range of doors we supply and install. Over the years we have earned an excellent reputation thanks to our dedication to customer service and the quality doors we supply.
A new garage door in oak
We understand that when people walk past your house they normally see only the outside. Your garage door does much more than secure your car (although admittedly this is an important task). It is one of the main focal points of your home. If you invest in oak garage doors then you will no doubt enhance the curb appeal of your house. Although oak isn’t usually used to make garage doors because of its weight, we have produced a range of oak garage doors. Amongst these are up and over, side hinged and sectional garage doors which won’t let you down. If you are trying to achieve a traditional feel for your house then these doors will complement this style. In addition to this, oak garage doors are renowned for their security attributes because they are heavier and harder to break into.
A new garage door to give the outside of your home something extra
In addition to our aesthetically pleasing range of oak garage doors, we can provide you with a full bespoke service as well. Our bespoke garage doors can be created to suit your needs. With a bespoke door you can create something that blends in seamlessly with your home. Our bespoke service will benefit you because you can choose whether you want the door insulated or non-insulated, manual or electric and the also type of material you want to use. Although we actively encourage your creative freedom in terms of the style of your garage door, we are available if you would like advice on a specific design.
Choosing a garage door to complement your house is not a decision to take lightly. You will want to stand out from the crowd and get a door that enhances your home’s style. If you would like to discuss your individual requirements then don’t hesitate to call us.