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STEEL DOORS
What are the differences in steel doors? We get this question quite often. In the most
basic sense there are three types of doors. Non-insulated / Partially Insulated / Fully
Insulated
 Insulated doors deliver a quieter operation. They generally have a better
appearance from within the garage and provide some insulation to the garage. Steel doors are
typically embossed with a wood grain texture but we have flush panel productas as well as
stucco style embossments.
The gauge and construction methods of the door gives the door strength. We believe at a
minimum a 24 gauge steel should be used in constructing a door that will last. Fully
insulated doors typically use what is called "sandwich construction" Simply this is two
pieces of steel sandwiched and glued over a polystyrene (or equivalent) insulation
material.
 Partially insulated doors have an insulation layer that in most cases is
thinner. The insulation is typically held in place with a PVC (plastic based composite) or
steel backing. This backing improves the interior appearance of the door and provides
similar benefits that the fully insulated doors offer.
Non-insulated doors offer affordability and performance. South Coast Home Solutions Garage
Doors believes the non-insulated doors should be a minimum of 24 gauge steel. Lighter
gauge doors do not provide the performance we demand our customers get. They come in all
styles and with similar window options.
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