"Up & Over" doors is the broader term given to both Canopy and Retractable doors. Up & Over doors are manufactured to function as either Canopy or Retractable doors.

Canopy doors have integral vertical side runners along which the door travels, with no horizontal tracks protruding into the garage space. Lifting movement is provided by a spring located along the top of the door which pulls on a spindle on both sides of the door via a drum pulley and cable arrangement. These doors are not usally preferred for automation.

Retractable doors have horizontal tracks which are attached to the top of the door frame to guide the door open. Lifting movement is provided by springs located on both sides of the door frame which pull on the lifting arms in a cantilever action. This provides and exceptionally smooth opening and closing action which is ideal for electric operation.

Spacial Clearance:

More space is required on the outside for a retractale door, yet it manages to neatly tuck into the inside of your garage. A canopy door requires less space for opening, but one-third of the door protrudes from the garage while open.

Garage Door Composition:

Our Up & Over garage door selection comes in three different types of materials. View some of our more popular garage doors in each range by clicking the link below.

• Steel
• Timber
• G.R.P.