Aluminium garage doors have for long been a preferred choice because of the low maintenance required and the light weight of aluminium. Today this is still the case but with the latest technological advances in light weight steel manufacturing the old "heavy" steel door is something of the past.

One of the great features of aluminium garage doors of course is the fact that it does not rust. We all know how ugly a rusted gate or door looks not to mention the frustration of fixing it.

The latest steel door compounds being used in the manufacturing process have made the new steel doors that are readily available today totally maintenance and rust free.

Compared in weight there is almost no more difference in an aluminium garage door and a steel door which means the maintenance required on the working parts like the springs and motor are just as good as it is for aluminium.

The different colours and designs of aluminium doors are all now available in the new ranges of steel doors and installation of both types is reasonably easy.

To get the garage door that will suit your home and style the same features that are available for aluminium are now available for steel as well. These include the special accessories such as windows, handles, lighting, and special designs.

When you want something really unique please give us a call at Rightfit Garage Doors and discuss your ideas. We are sure that we will be able to help you with aluminium or steel.

With the technological advances made in the manufacturing processes choosing aluminium as the material for your garage door is really very similar to choosing a steel door. The new steel doors similar to the aluminium doors are easy to care for, the main difference is in the price. The new steel doors are priced well below that of aluminium.

Even though the new steel doors are lightweight they are as sturdy and strong as the old favourite wooden doors but they are well adapted to withstand all the battering the elements can through at them.

One disadvantage that has been a problem for those who purchase aluminium doors is they are very easy to dent. If you accidentally back into your door, it is very likely you will need a replacement since they are not easily repaired. Another problem that many people experience is finding replacement parts. Since they are not used as widely as they once were the parts are not as plentiful and this makes repairing them virtually impossible as well. So replacement is sometimes the only option.

Steel garage doors on the other hand do not dent easily; even though they are very light weight the strength of the steel is still intact as it has always been. More and more people are installing steel garage doors and replacement parts are easy to come by. A steel door is much easier to repair and in most cases repair rather than replacement is possible.

The type of door that you ultimately choose is really a matter of preference. Many people prefer the look that aluminium provides, especially today with the many colours that are available. Others want something a bit more substantial just in case the unthinkable happens.

At Rightfit Garage Doors Pretoria we stock and supply a wide range of both aluminium and steel garage doors that will suit any home. Give us a call or visit our showroom and get a better idea of what you can really get.Quality Aliminium and Steel garage doors in Pretoria