The wood grain texture, rich look, and natural feel make wood garage doors a desired addition to many homes. Yet a wood garage door may not be for everyone, as natural wood doors can be more expensive and, most importantly, require more maintenance. View Overhead Door™ top wood garage door alternatives

The wood grain texture, rich look, and natural feel make wood garage doors a desired addition to many homes. However, a wooden garage door may not be suitable for everyone. Real wood doors can be more expensive than those made with other materials like steel and fiberglass, and they typically require more maintenance.

Top Wood Garage Door Alternatives

With a high demand for wood doors, these realistic top wood garage door Alternatives will make your home stand out. A Thermacore, Carriage, traditional steel, or Fiberglass garage door for your home will improve your curb appeal and increase its value.

Along with low-maintenance, faux wood doors:

• It’s more affordable than real wood doors.
• The models come in various styles, designs, and finishes, so homeowners can choose different wood grain patterns, windows, colors, and decorative hardware and colors to match their home’s architectural style and preferences.
• Are well-insulated and can help reduce your energy bill
• They tend to have a longer lifespan than real wood garage doors

Here are our top Overhead Door™ brand simulated wood garage door options to consider:

Thermacore® Insulated Collection

The embossed wood-grain texture adds beauty and sophistication to a door made of two layers of corrosion-resistant steel built to last. To customize the style of your door, the wood grain finishes can be paired with optional vertical or horizontal windows and decorative hardware, including handles and hinges.

The wood grain finishes provide homeowners with an attractive and low-maintenance option for those who love the look of stained wood but desire less maintenance.

Thermacore® Collection Insulated Steel Garage Doors feature superior insulation construction and design, which provides maximum thermal efficiency and reduces air infiltration in your garage space. This durable line of Steel Garage Doors gives you many years of reliable operation while delivering comfort to your home, even in extreme climates.

Artisan Wood Grain™ Finish Collection

Captivating New Plank Door Finish with Artisan Wood Grain™ Finishes: Our new Artisan Wood Grain™ finishes provide the look of natural wood on our flush panel doors with a digitally printed, non-repeating grain on select Thermacore® and Windstorm™ insulated steel doors.

You can now achieve the timeless beauty of natural wood without compromising its durability. These innovative finishes combine the best of both worlds by offering the stunning look of wood with the strength and insulation of steel.

Available in four-grain patterns and many window placement options, you can personalize your garage door to blend seamlessly with your home. Whether you want a modern, contemporary look or a traditional, timeless appeal, these finishes create a visually stunning focal point.

Impression Fiberglass Collection®

Fiberglass exterior captures the finest wood grain texture with less maintenance than natural wood. Built Better from the Inside Out! Our fiberglass doors will add warmth and ambiance to the façade of your home.

It features a classic horizontal or vertical raised panel design with an oak wood grain pattern. You can also emphasize a vertical slat design with a cherry wood grain pattern or select a stunning horizontal V-groove design with a mahogany wood grain pattern. After selecting the panel style and stain, add more personal touches like window and glass design and decorative hardware. The finished garage entry will reflect the best personal style and unmatched elegance.

Courtyard Collection®

Wood overlay doors are one of the best options if you’re looking for authentic wood garage doors. They are constructed of insulated steel and are designed to resemble the elegant wood designs of rustic carriage house doors.

While showcasing the allure of wood, they have exceptional insulation properties, an R-value of up to 12.76, helping keep your garage warm in the winter and cool in the summer. They also come in 18 standard designs with five insulated window options, an array of colors, and many decorative hardware options.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Carriage House Collection

Overhead Door™ combines distinctive carriage house designs and superior insulated steel construction to create a harmonious blend of elegance and strength.

Our Carriage House Collection has an embossed wood-grain texture on the exterior and is offered in eight stained and painted finish options. The Stained color options include Mahogany, Walnut, Oak, Green, Gray, Clay, Honduran Mahogany, and Red Oak.

The Carriage House Collection is another thermally efficient choice for homeowners seeking added energy efficiency.