Copper Garage Doors Pro And Cons

Copper doors are becoming increasingly popular across the United States because of their unique look and their beauty is being noticed by American homeowners all over the country. Not only is it increasingly sustainable from an environmental standpoint but also is an efficient building material being made for the most part from materials that are recycled. Read on to learn more.

If you have ever seen any copper work in the past you know it often becomes even more beautiful with age because it gains a natural patina over time. Due to oxidization caused by exposure to the outside air, copper normally develops a film or rich colored patina (in fact the Statue of Liberty was once such colored) – it adds a great vintage apperance and is very distinctive and gives protection to garage doors made from copper and over time can even change color.

Copper Garage Doors Advantages

• Unusual and unique appearance
• Suitable for a wide variety of home styles
• Resistent to corrosion and rot-proof
• Capable of being insulated for additional efficency
• May be customized with various styles of windows and panels
• Low-maintenance; does not require refinishing or painting
• Especially good-looking on log homes
• Elegant
• Durable; may last for centuries
• Curb appeal

Copper Garage Doors Disadvantages

The main drawback is garage doors made from copper tend to be more expensive compared to garage doors mafe from other materials. But this is more than offset by the fact they have an amazingly long life and are very low maintenance.