Real Wood vs. Faux Wood Garage Doors
Apr 2023
There’s something about real wood that just draws you in. Maybe it’s the texture, maybe it’s the warmth, or maybe it’s knowing that no two pieces are ever exactly alike. That’s the feeling you get every time you pull up to a Reserve® Wood Limited Edition garage door. Each door is crafted by hand from authentic wood, so your home gets its own signature statement—nothing off the shelf, nothing ordinary.
You can pick from eight carriage house styles, all with insulation to keep things comfortable inside no matter the season. Built with four or five sturdy layers of wood, these doors are made to last. The natural finish brings out the kind of depth and character you only get from genuine wood, and solid weather protection is one less thing to worry about. If you want your garage to stand out, or you just appreciate the honest beauty of wood, this is the door for you.
Choose from solid 4- or 5-layer craftsmanship, blending real wood overlays, optional tongue-and-groove base, insulating hemlock framing, and a smooth interior backer. It’s a door built to last and look great for years.
Every door is made from sustainably harvested or naturally fallen wood, hand-selected for your region’s climate.
Pick from eight classic carriage house looks, with options for decorative windows and hardware. Select your favorite from eight paint or stain-ready wood species or go bold with over 1,500 Color Blast® custom colors.
Polystyrene insulation (R-value 5.9) helps keep your garage comfortable and energy bills lower, no matter the season.
Need extra protection? Ask about WindCode® reinforcement for reliable performance in high-wind areas.
Clopay doors are compliant with environmental laws and regulations. Clopay doors do not contain HFCs. All Clopay doors are compliant with:
Reserve® Wood Limited Edition doors are all about solid construction and smart design. Each door features a polystyrene-insulated Hemlock frame, wrapped with a tough Luan interior backer for extra strength and energy efficiency. On the outside, hand-applied wood overlays, plus an optional tongue-and-groove base, deliver that unmistakable carriage house style. The doors might look like they swing out, but they operate overhead for everyday convenience.
The details set these doors apart: three-panel section construction allows for larger, authentic window openings, while a unique one-piece drip cap protects against moisture by keeping water away from grooved overlays. True divided windows come standard for that handcrafted look. Premium-grade hardware and tracks keep operation smooth and quiet, and a replaceable vinyl bottom seal (with optional aluminum retainer) blocks out the elements at the base. You get durability, weather resistance, and hassle-free maintenance, all in one standout door.
Classic or contemporary, the Reserve® Wood Limited Edition offers many options. You can choose from eight distinct carriage house designs, each featuring its own unique mix of panels and overlays. Some styles make a traditional statement, while others are more subtle and streamlined. There’s something for every home, from historic to modern. These hand-built doors capture the charm of old-world carriage houses but are crafted with today’s curb appeal in mind. Whichever design you choose, you’ll notice authentic details and timeless craftsmanship that give your garage real character. Make a statement with ornate grooves and dramatic windows or keep it understated with clean lines and a simpler silhouette.
Design 1
Design 2
Design 3
Design 4
Design 5
Design 6
Design 7
Design 8
TOP11
TOP12
TOP13
TOP14
ARCH1
REC13
REC14
SQ23
SQ24
ARCH3
ARCH4
ARCH13
ARCH14
ARCH18 (Double Door)
ARCH8 (DOUBLE DOOR)
ARCH2 SOLID (Double Door)
ARCH3 (Double Door)
ARCH4 (Double Door)
ARCH6 (Double Door)
ARCH13 (Double Door)
ARCH14 (DOUBLE DOOR)
ARCH16 (Double Door)
Personalize your Reserve® Wood Limited Edition door with a range of top section and window options. Prefer a classic, understated look? Go with a solid top section for clean lines and timeless appeal. If you want to let in more natural light or add architectural flair, choose from several window shapes—rectangular, square, or arched—to match your home’s style. From simple divided panes to dramatic arched designs, each window option is crafted for both beauty and function.
For double doors, there are special arched top sections that really make a statement across wider openings. Whether you love the elegance of curved arches or the simplicity of straight-edged glass, there’s a top section that fits your vision. Each option is designed to highlight the natural wood and bring even more character to your home’s exterior.
Clear
Seeded
Frosted
Obscure
Delta Frost
Frosted Gluechip
Customize your garage door’s windows with a variety of specialty glass choices, each offering its own look and level of privacy. Go with clear glass for maximum sunlight and an open feel or if you prefer something more private, choose frosted, obscure, delta frost, or frosted gluechip glass which all soften the view while still letting in plenty of natural light.
For a bit of vintage character, seeded glass adds unique texture and subtle visual interest. Each glass option is designed to complement the hand-crafted woodwork and give your door a high-end, custom finish. Keep in mind that not every glass style is available for every window design, so ask about the combinations that work best for your chosen door.
Natural 078
Natural Oak 005
Cedar 077
Teak 085
Butternut 072
Mahogany 045
Dark Oak 009
Dark Oak Ebony Wash
Ebony Wash
White Paint Option
Give your garage door a look that’s unique with a selection of classic stains and paint finishes. Choose from rich wood stains like Natural, Natural Oak, Cedar, Teak, Butternut, Mahogany, Dark Oak, Dark Oak Ebony Wash, and Ebony Wash, each designed to bring out the natural grain and character of Hemlock wood. Prefer a crisp, clean finish? The white paint option offers versatility and pairs well with almost any home.
All stains are hand-applied for depth and consistency, but keep in mind that color may appear slightly different depending on your screen and the wood’s natural variations. There are also custom colors available on select models.
Request Color SamplesClopay stain colors show on Hemlock wood. Note: Color may vary from on screen. Custom colors are available. Available on select models.
Spade Lift Handles
(included)
Spear Lift Handles
Colonial Lift Handles
Decorative Lift Handles
Ring Door Knocker
Escutcheon Plates
Twisted "L" Handles
Spade Step Plate
Spear Step Plate
Colonial Step Plate
Spade Strap Hinge
Spear Strap Hinge
Colonial Strap Hinge
The finishing touch on your Reserve® Wood Limited Edition door is the hardware. Each door comes standard with spade lift handles, giving you a classic carriage house look right out of the box. But you can also upgrade to spear or colonial lift handles, try decorative lift handles for extra flair, or add a ring door knocker or twisted “L” handles for a custom feel. Escutcheon plates are also available for a polished, traditional accent.
Step plates are offered in matching spade, spear, or colonial styles, so your hardware ties the design together from top to bottom. Complete the look with coordinating strap hinges; choose from spade, spear, or colonial designs to match your handles and plates. All hardware options are built from durable materials and finished in classic black.
Every Clopay wood door embodies our commitment to timeless design, attention to detail and craftsmanship, with the warmth and character no other material can match. Each door is designed and built to create a unique and artistic addition to your home.
Reserve Wood Limited Edition Configurations
Installation Instructions for Wood Garage Doors
All of our Elite, Authorized, Master Authorized and Advanced Authorized Dealers offer a minimum 1 Year installation warranty on Clopay replacement doors.
Natural wood has unlimited opportunities to create a one-of-a-kind design with texture and grain pattern details unlike any other material. However, wood requires regular surface maintenance to protect it from moisture and termites.
You can get the look and feel of wood with less upkeep from a faux wood composite door. The boards are molded from pieces of Mahogany or Clear Cypress to replicate the grain pattern and texture, and the door can be painted or stained. The door is constructed with a three-layer polyurethane insulated core for maximum energy-efficiency.
Both doors are stunning. Some people may prefer the natural variations that only occur in real wood.
The Reserve® Wood Limited Edition garage door can help elevate a wide range of home styles, bringing out the best in classic and contemporary architecture alike. Its handcrafted woodwork and authentic carriage house details are a natural match for Craftsman, Colonial, and Victorian homes, where traditional charm and character are key. The door’s clean lines and customizable finishes also complement farmhouse, Cape Cod, and cottage-style exteriors, adding warmth and curb appeal.
If your home leans more modern, the Reserve® Wood’s tailored overlays and sleek hardware can enhance contemporary or mid-century designs. And for rustic retreats like mountain or Mediterranean-style homes, the rich wood tones and artisanal details tie in beautifully with natural stone, stucco, or timber accents. Whatever your style, this door gives your home a welcoming, upscale presence.
Clopay recommends every one-to-two years depending on exposure. See the care and maintenance manual for specific instructions.
Custom stain colors are available on any of our doors that are not listed as paint grade only. Typically, a customer would send us a small sample of the color of stain that they want us to match, and we create the match on whatever species of wood they desire. We send the sample to the customer for final approval.
Liberty Door's go to wood door is the Clopay Reserve Collection Limited edition. From inside out their attention to detail is by far the best i've come across in the industry. strongly recommend the factory finish option and so do all of my customers! Clopay's wood door department is very easy to work with from start to finsih!
Liberty Door's go to wood door is the Clopay Reserve Collection Limited edition. From inside out their attention to detail is by far the best i've come across in the industry. strongly recommend the factory finish option and so do all of my customers! Clopay's wood door department is very easy to work with from start to finsih!
Liberty - 6 years ago
Master Authorized Dealer
At Ultra-Lite Doors, when a customer asks for the warmth and natural beauty of wood doors, we turn to Clopay for their Reserve Wood Collection. The Reserve Wood Collection offers designs from the standard raised panel, the classic carriage house designs, to the sleek and modern contemporary designs. To enhance these designs there is a variety of wood and stains options to be combined with or without windows. At Ultra-Lite Doors, we guide our customer thru the selection process to ensure they have the long-lasting warmth and beauty of their Clopay wood door.
At Ultra-Lite Doors, when a customer asks for the warmth and natural beauty of wood doors, we turn to Clopay for their Reserve Wood Collection. The Reserve Wood Collection offers designs from the standard raised panel, the classic carriage house designs, to the sleek and modern contemporary designs. To enhance these designs there is a variety of wood and stains options to be combined with or without windows. At Ultra-Lite Doors, we guide our customer thru the selection process to ensure they have the long-lasting warmth and beauty of their Clopay wood door.
Ultralite - 6 years ago
Master Authorized Dealer
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