Five Popular Garage Door Models to Consider in 2025
Choosing a new garage door is equal parts curb appeal and performance. Below is a quick tour of five popular garage door styles C & M Garage Doors installs – paired with feature highlights drawn from current C.H.I. Overhead Doors literature – plus a side-by-side comparison and the most common ways homeowners customize their door.
Popular Garage Door Models
Flush Panel Garage Doors
Flush (flat) panels deliver a clean, modern look that pairs well with contemporary architecture. C.H.I.’s Skyline Flush models use two-sided steel sections with either polystyrene or polyurethane insulation, offer stacked window layouts in insulated or non-insulated glass, and can be powder-coated in up to 188 colors; select versions include impact/non-impact wind-load options.
- 2" thick, two-sided steel construction
- Insulation: polystyrene or polyurethane (model dependent)
- Short/long/stacked window layouts; insulated or non-insulated glass
- Up to 188 powder-coat color options
- Available wind-load packages on select models
Wood Grain Garage Doors
If you love the warmth of wood without the upkeep, C.H.I.’s Accents Woodtones use full-color digital imaging on insulated steel to recreate realistic, non-repeating grain patterns with an industry-leading UV topcoat. Woodtone palettes include Walnut, Driftwood, Mahogany, Cedar, Dark Oak, Natural Oak, and Carbon Oak, with additional modern options such as Graphite/Carbon Oak featured on select models.
- Steel doors with lifelike woodgrain finishes (UV-protected)
- Multiple woodtone choices (e.g., Walnut, Mahogany, Cedar, Dark Oak, Natural Oak, Driftwood, Carbon Oak)
- Available across several door families (e.g., Planks, Carriage styles, Shoreline)
- Low-maintenance alternative to natural wood
Full View Garage Doors
Engineered from aluminum and glass, Full-View doors bring maximum daylight and modern, industrial style. Key construction touches include through-bolt rail/stile assemblies, an integrated bulb seal to help reduce air/water infiltration, optional insulated section rails, 188 powder-coat colors, and glass options ranging from clear to frosted/tinted; the line is tested to an STC sound rating of 27.
- Aluminum frame with full-view glass panels
- Optional insulated rails; integrated bulb seal between sections
- Through-bolt construction for strength and longevity
- Glass choices: clear, frosted, tinted; insulated/non-insulated
- Up to 188 powder-coat colors
Carriage House Garage Doors
Carriage House doors deliver classic carriage-style dimension with today’s materials and performance. C.H.I.’s Carriage Collection includes stamped and overlay designs available in steel, fiberglass, and wood, with thermal performance, multiple panel designs, decorative hardware, and window options (arched or square) to match traditional and modern homes alike.
- Stamped or overlay construction in steel, fiberglass, or wood
- Traditional paneling with modern reliability
- Extensive decorative hardware and window design choices
- Insulated cores available for improved efficiency
Shoreline Garage Doors
Shoreline blends the rich look of wood overlays with low-maintenance materials. Doors use molded polyurethane overlays on a two-sided steel section with polyurethane insulation; the 5602 Shoreline lists a U-Factor of .19 (approx. R-17.54), offers square or arched window designs with insulated glass, wind-load options, and a broad menu of overlay layouts, glass types (plain/obscure/tinted), and decorative hardware.
- Molded polyurethane overlay on insulated steel sections
- Listed U-Factor .19 / R-value ~17.5 on model 5602
- Square or arched window designs; insulated glass
- Multiple overlay patterns; optional decorative hardware
- Impact/non-impact wind-load options
Comparing Five Garage Door Types
Specs and features vary by exact model, but this overview highlights how each category generally stacks up for style, construction, efficiency, and use-case – based on C.H.I.’s current residential collections and model literature.
| Door Type | Style & Curb Appeal | Construction | Thermal & Efficiency | Window/Glass | Great For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flush Panel | Minimalist, modern lines | Two-sided steel; insulated cores | Polystyrene or polyurethane (model dependent) | Short/long/stacked layouts; insulated/non-insulated glass | Contemporary homes seeking clean aesthetics |
| Wood Grain (Accents) | Realistic wood look without wood upkeep | Insulated steel with woodtone imaging & UV topcoat | Varies by base model; insulated steel construction | Standard window packages per chosen family | Warm, natural appearance with low maintenance |
| Full View | Ultra-modern, high daylight | Aluminum frame with glass; through-bolt rails | Optional insulated rails; glass will transmit more heat/cold than solid panels | Clear/frosted/tinted; insulated or non-insulated glass | Modern facades, studios, and bright garages |
| Carriage House | Classic carriage styling; versatile | Stamped or overlay in steel/fiberglass/wood | Insulated cores available; performance varies by build | Square/arched designs; many lite patterns | Traditional, farmhouse, or transitional exteriors |
| Shoreline | Wood-overlay look with crisp detail | Molded polyurethane overlay on insulated steel | Listed ~R-17.5 (U-.19) on 5602 model | Square/arched windows; insulated glass | Premium, wood-look statement with low upkeep |
When efficiency is a top priority, insulated steel cores (e.g., polyurethane) generally outperform non-insulated constructions. For natural light and modern flair, Full-View aluminum maximizes glass while still offering thermal and acoustic considerations. Always verify specs by model to match your goals.
Customizable Garage Door Features
Nearly every door above can be tailored to your home. C.H.I. offers broad finish, window, glass, hardware, and performance options so your project can hit the sweet spot of look, durability, and budget.
- Colors & Finishes: Standard finishes plus up to 188 powder-coat colors on several lines.
- Woodtones: Accents Woodtones (Walnut, Driftwood, Mahogany, Cedar, Dark Oak, Natural Oak, Carbon Oak; select modern options like Graphite/Carbon Oak).
- Windows & Glass: Short/long/stacked lite patterns; arched or square tops; glass in plain, obscure, or tinted; insulated or non-insulated.
- Insulation Packages: Polystyrene or polyurethane cores (model dependent) to dial in thermal performance.
- Decorative Hardware: Strap hinges, handles, and collections like Spade or Barcelona to enhance carriage styles.
- Performance Options: Select models include wind-load (impact/non-impact) configurations.
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