A stain that you will want to keep forever.

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Several of our Raynor and Clopay  doors are available in stain options. It’s a good idea to take some samples home to see what works best with the rest of your exterior colors.      Find out more about the Raynor AccuFinish here Find out more about the Clopay Ultra-Grain options here

Technology: MyQ IQ—Know your stuff…

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Most of our LiftMaster operators have smart technology called “MyQ” capabilities that give you the option to access your garage door from your smart phone when you get the “internet gateway.” For more information click here https://www.liftmaster.com/for-homes/myq-connected-home or call us at 913-422-0441.  Right now we have a mail-in rebate offer going on…https://www.raynorkc.com/about-us/specials/

R-Values: "R" they right for you?

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R-value rates the insulation in your garage door. The higher the R-Value, the more insulated your door. For example: The Raynor Centura Door has an 18.0 R-Value and the Clopay Premium Series 9200 Series has a 18.4 R-Value.  In addition to being more sturdy, a well insulated door keeps the heat and A/C inside your home… Read more »

3 Alternative Uses for Garages You May Not Have Considered

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Not everybody needs a garage, but don’t let this space go to waste! There are an infinite number of alternative uses for your garage that you may never have though of. So if you’re thinking of transforming your space, consider some of the following ideas. A Studio Perhaps you’re an artist or a carpenter looking… Read more »

New Styles Unveiled…

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There were some new style unveiled from Clopay at this years International Builders Show…check out this article from Clopay’s Facebook page…https://charlesandhudson.com/clopay-goes-mod-squad/. Which one of these looks would you choose for your home?

What's in your garage???

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Pintrest is awash with storage ideas for extra garage space.  I know, right! Who has EXTRA garage space?  I am looking for ideas that have actually been tried with good results.  Anything working well???

Adding A Garage To Your Home

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If your home does not have one, you might want to consider adding a garage to your home. Not only does a garage provide you with a dedicated space to protect your vehicles and store various items such as lawn care equipment, tools and holiday decorations but a garage also increases the value of your… Read more »

5 Famous Companies Started in a Garage

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Major corporations that now sit on enormous 35 acre complexes didn’t just pop into existence. They all had to start somewhere. For these 5 world famous companies, that place just happened to be a dusty garage. Amazon In 1994, Jeff Bezos opened his garage door in Bellevue, Washington and started what would soon become the… Read more »