Roller, Sectional or Tilt: Choosing the Right Garage Door

Roller doors

Roller doors are one of the most common garage doors used in Australia. The door rolls up into a compact barrel above the opening, which makes it a good fit for narrow driveways and laneways, where it can act as an easy and compact substitute for a gate.

They can provide solid security for both residential and commercial garages, and features such as a windlock system are designed to make it difficult for anyone to push the curtain in. See our roller doors for more detail.

Sectional (panel lift) doors

Sectional doors, also called panel lift doors, are made from a number of rigid panels that move along the ceiling as the door opens. They are a popular choice if you want a door that saves space without compromising on safety.

There is a wide variety of colours and finishes available, which makes sectional doors easy to match to the style of a home. Browse our sectional and panel lift doors.

Tilt doors

Tilt, or counterweight, garage doors typically open by moving a single panel up and over the head. When open, the door sits parallel to and underneath the ceiling.

Tilt doors take up less space than some other types, which can make them a good solution for a smaller home with limited room, or where a roller door or sectional door will not fit. They are also simple to use, as you only need to push the door up to open it. Read more about our tilt garage doors.

Custom garage doors

Every home is different, and a standard door does not suit every garage. A custom door is designed, manufactured and installed to your specifications, so you can choose the design, style, colour and size to suit your home.

If you cannot find the right option in the standard range, a custom door is worth a conversation. See our custom garage doors.

How the main types compare

Type	How it opens	Often suits
Roller	Rolls up into a barrel above the opening	Narrow driveways, laneways, residential and commercial garages
Sectional (panel lift)	Rigid panels move up along the ceiling	Homes that want a wide choice of colours and finishes
Tilt	A single panel swings up and over	Smaller homes with limited space
Custom	Designed to your specification	Homes where a standard door does not fit or suit

How to choose the right door

Start with the space you have. Look at the width and height of the opening, how much room there is above and beside it, and how far your driveway extends. These measurements help narrow down which types will work.

Think about how you use the garage

Consider who uses the door and how often, whether it is the main entrance to your home, and whether you plan to add a motor and remotes. Our guide to garage door motors and remotes covers that side of the decision.

Match the door to your home

The door is a large part of the front of many houses. Colour, panel style and finish all make a difference, so it is worth looking at your options before deciding.

Frequently asked questions