Carteck Centre Ribbed Wood Design (4 Colour Options) Insulated Sectional Door garage door Steel Carteck

CarTeck Centre Ribbed Wood Design

The CarTeck Centre Ribbed Wood Design perfectly balances the timeless, warm aesthetic of natural timber with the exceptional strength and low maintenance of modern insulated steel. This standout model is available in four distinct wood effect finishes, two expertly painted options and two highly durable laminated foil coatings that meticulously simulate the rich grain and texture of real wood. By choosing this specific design, you gain the premium kerb appeal of a bespoke timber door that beautifully complements your home's exterior and UPVC windows, but completely eliminate the ongoing hassle of sanding, varnishing, rotting, or warping. It is a striking, fit and forget solution that delivers instant visual impact alongside unbeatable everyday performance.

Designed for the UK Market

Originally developed over 20 years ago specifically for the UK market by the renowned German brand Teckentrup, the CarTeck range now presents one of the widest selections of sizes, colours, and styles available for insulated sectional garage doors. Because these doors are manufactured right here in the UK, you benefit from excellent delivery times without compromising on world-class German engineering. Furthermore, Teckentrup offers excellent warranty terms and arguably the best overall service and backup of any sectional garage door manufacturer, giving you total peace of mind in your investment.

Benefits of an Insulated Sectional Door in the UK

An insulated CarTeck sectional door instantly upgrades a cold and draughty garage into a more usable and comfortable space, which is ideal for the wet and windy climate in the UK. The 40 mm thick insulated steel panels and full perimeter sealing keep out draughts, rain, and dust far better than basic up and over doors. Vertical lift with no outward swing also makes parking easier on shorter driveways and frees up more room inside the garage.

Key Features of a CarTeck Sectional Door

• 40 mm double skin insulated steel panels for strength and everyday durability.
• Sizes are available as standard or made-to-measure up to an impressive 8m wide and 3m high. There is only a very small price uplift for made-to-measure orders, avoiding the need to make a standard door clumsily fit a non-standard opening.
• Independently tested whole door U value around 1.38 W/m²K on standard sizes.
• Full weather seals between panels, frame, and threshold to cut draughts and moisture.
• CE and UKCA marked and tested to current safety, wind, water, and air performance standards.

Exclusive Colours and In House UK Finishing

CarTeck is uniquely positioned as the only sectional garage door manufacturer in the UK to factory finish their doors in house. This ensures exceptional quality control and guarantees colours that perfectly suit the style of homes in this country.

• The main range features 50 standard colours, while woodgrain door models like this Centre Ribbed design offer the 4 distinct wood effect finishes.
• Many models can be supplied in almost any RAL colour to match windows and entrance doors.
• Up to four external surface finishes such as smooth, woodgrain, and textured are available on most doors, with no extra charge for choosing your preferred finish.
• Custom sized options with colour matched frames and optional frame covers complete the clean, premium look.

Window and Glazing Options

Bring natural light into your garage and add style with a wide choice of factory fitted window designs and layouts. From simple square or rectangular units to contemporary shaped Bling windows and full width vision sections, you can tailor the look from traditional to ultra modern. Glazing uses double pane and scratch resistant polymer in clear, satin, frosted, or tinted options so you can balance privacy with daylight.

Benefits of Electric Operation and Control

Electric operation makes daily use effortless. You can open and close the door from the car at the touch of a button, which is perfect on dark and wet evenings. CarTeck DRIVE and MOTOR operators are smooth, quiet, and powerful enough for all standard sizes, featuring force monitoring that stops and reverses if the door meets an obstruction. We offer a wide range of these electric operators to suit all sizes of doors at the best prices possible compared to any other brands. You can seamlessly add handheld remotes, internal wall controls, wireless keypads, and smart app control such as SOMweb or myQ to suit the household and users with additional control and safety accessories.

Insulation, Energy, and Integral Garages

If your garage is attached to the house or has a room above, the improved insulation and tight weather stripping can help reduce heat loss and keep adjacent rooms more comfortable. A warmer and drier garage is far better for using the space as a gym, workshop, or utility area and helps protect stored items from damp and condensation. Optional humidity controlled ventilation via the operator can automatically open the door slightly to dry out a wet car while still managing heat loss.

CarTeck Spring Mechanism and Safety

Pre-tensioned and concealed lifting springs alongside precision running gear give a smooth and well-balanced action that feels light to operate and reduces strain on the motor. On larger doors, upgraded torsion springs and heavy-duty hardware keep operation safe, stable, and quiet even at very wide sizes. All doors and openers are tested together and CE and UKCA marked to BS EN 13241, so you benefit from a fully certified system rather than a mixed system setup.

• No loss in headroom - fit the Carteck Drive Operator in just 120mm - low headroom as standard on 95%+ of all door sizes! This only increases to 140mm when double springing is needed on the very tallest and widest doors.
• House with a garage attached? Use the 240mm headroom kit to lift the tracks up and out of the way, no more bumps to your head when entering and exiting your garage.
• Gas meter or obstruction in the way - just use the free headroom kit to lift the tracks up, giving you extra room to clear the obstruction on install.

Please Note: Doors Over 2250mm high will have holes drilled in the frame. It is advised that the customer will either need to clad over the holes themselves or you may purchase 3D 85mm Profile Covers (POA) - we can advise on this if required.

Choose Door Panel Colour Finish:
Create an elegant look with this modern steel door in a classic wood effect finish. Choose from four exceptionally realistic options: Golden Oak and Winchester Oak in a highly durable laminate foil finish, or Rosewood and Night Oak in a premium painted finish.

Frame legs and Head to compliment door colour:
Although many sectional garage doors are fitted behind the garage opening so you don’t see the sub frame, you will still see the edge of the frame where it has a small return section. The standard frame leg and head cover colour is white; alternatively, colours can be selected to compliment your door. These colours will be in a painted finish and not an exact match to the main door.

Installation Position:
Tell us whether you are fitting the door behind or inbetween the structural opening.
Sectional garage doors were originally designed to install behind the structural opening of a garage, but it is now possible to fit the door inbetween if required – when there are no returns, internal obstacles, etc.
The sizes for ordering should be carefully calculated when fitting inbetween the opening, reducing the ordering width by the frame legs and head section along with a tolerance for fitting too. See our ‘Measure’ tab for full details.

Inbetween Opening Installation Kit:
If fitting the door inbetween the structural opening, you will need this kit to secure the steel sub frame to the opening with the special set of bracketry.

Choose Remote Control Operator Model
We highly recommend the Carteck Drive 600Nm electric operator for the Carteck Sectional door range. The 600Nm is only a fraction more than the 500Nm but it is 33% faster in opening speed and more powerful too, making it our operator of choice for this door range.
The standard Carteck Drive 600Nm is a one-piece integrated unit with boom, motor, and control in one unit to mount above the door. The Drive Pro 600Nm has a separate control unit that can be mounted wherever is most convenient in your garage to suit.
Both systems have remote control operation as standard and both have an integrated courtesy LED light built in which operates when the motor is used and switches off automatically. Add options for additional control as required from our options list.

Emergency External Release for garages with a second entrance:
If you have no other means of access into your garage, then we strongly advise you have an emergency manual release mechanism. It is a key cylinder operated from the outside of the door which provides a manual facility to disengage the motor drive from the door, enabling the door to be lifted manually when there is a power failure.

Wireless 2 function Wall Switch:
This is a remote control device in the form of a wall-mounted 2-button switch to control one or two garage doors from inside your garage or home. It is like a light switch but without any cables, using a battery remote control signal for operation (Called Access Pack 2).

Panel Construction

The door leaves feature an eight layer construction built around 40 mm thick panels made from twin 0.4 mm galvanised steel skins. These skins are bonded to a highly stable foam core with integrated thermal insulation and finished with highly effective adhesion primers and sealed top coatings for maximum wear resistance. This robust design achieves an impressive complete door thermal insulation U value of 1.38 W/m²K, while the individual panels themselves test at 0.56 W/m²K.

Weather Sealing

Comprehensive weather protection is achieved through flexible rubber sealing positioned at the frame header, down the frame sides and between every single door panel. A heavy duty rubber threshold seal sits at the bottom of the door, and Teckentrup can even manufacture a sloping bottom panel to precisely accommodate uneven garage floors. Additionally, a special plastic element separates the vertical frame sections from the floor to ensure the base aerates quickly and is protected against creeping dampness and corrosion.

Certified Performance

Every CarTeck sectional door is independently tested and CE and UKCA marked to guarantee compliance with all current safety and building legislation. The doors meet the heavy duty demands of everyday residential use and adhere to strict European performance standards.

Industry Leading Wood Effect Finishes

CarTeck offers incredibly realistic wood effect finishes, ensuring an exact match for almost any architectural style or existing UPVC window frames without the maintenance associated with real timber.

Wood Effects

• Golden Oak (Laminate Foil Finish)
• Winchester (Laminate Foil Finish)
• Rosewood (Painted Finish)
• Night Oak (Painted Finish)

Please note that frame legs, headers and 3D profiles in the Night Oak and Rosewood painted finishes are finished in a matching complementing RAL colour, while Golden Oak and Winchester are supplied as a decorative laminate foil.

Sizes Available

CarTeck sectional doors are manufactured to exact measurements to ensure a perfect fit for almost any garage opening, broken down into three main size categories:

• Standard Range: The normal standard sizing covers door widths up to 5500 mm and door heights up to 3000 mm, offering a made to measure fit for the vast majority of residential double and single garages.
• XL Range: When openings exceed the standard width, the XL sectional garage doors extend the available size from 5501 mm up to 6250 mm wide, with heights available up to 2500 mm.
• SuperSize Range: For exceptionally large spans, SuperSize doors start above 5500 mm wide and can reach a massive 8000 mm wide in a single continuous span, with heights available up to 3000 mm.

Lifting Gear

Standard sized CarTeck doors employ market leading sectional lifting gear featuring fully concealed lifting springs that provide a remarkably quiet and smooth action. The XL and SuperSize models upgrade to rear mount torsion springs, heavy duty roller brackets and extra panel reinforcing profiles to safely manage the increased weight of the larger door leaves. Across all sizes, robust galvanised steel roller blocks and ball bearing runner rails guarantee a long service life with minimal operational noise.

Automation Systems

Teckentrup pairs these sectional doors with smart technology openers that actively monitor operational forces and will push back with 60 kg of force if forced entry is attempted. Integrated control units like the CarTeck DRIVE and CarTeck MOTOR series provide effortless operation with varying power levels, integrated LED lighting and smart home connectivity options.

Safer, Simpler Installation with Preloaded Tension Springs

Unlike many other sectional garage doors that rely on complex and potentially dangerous high-tension torsion springs mounted directly above the door, the CarTeck system utilises a far safer, multi-spring tension system.

To make installation as straightforward and safe as possible, all single layer spring trays for standard CarTeck doors are now supplied fully pre-assembled straight from the factory. The high level tension springs come preloaded within their fully enclosed steel trays, complete with the lifting cables already perfectly routed and retained by anti-twist brackets. This incredibly smart design not only prevents dirt from entering the mechanism, boosting durability, but it also dramatically speeds up the installation process on site. The multiple spring system evenly balances the weight of the door panels, whilst the dual retaining cables reliably support the door in all situations, meaning it remains safe and operational even in an emergency. Because the springs are safely housed within these steel channels, tensioning the door is significantly safer and easier than wrestling with an exposed torsion spring bar.

Need Professional Installation Help?

If you have reviewed the process and decided that a DIY installation isn't right for you, we are here to help. We have a network of trusted, independent garage door installers covering many parts of the UK. We can put you in direct contact with a highly experienced local tradesperson who can survey your garage, discuss your options, and provide a professional installation service to ensure your new CarTeck door operates flawlessly for years to come. Please contact our sales team to find a recommended installer in your area.

Installation Instructions are provided with every door or can be found here.

Warranty for CarTeck Insulated Sectional Garage Doors

CarTeck insulated sectional garage doors supplied by Garage Doors Online are backed by a comprehensive manufacturer’s warranty from Teckentrup, giving homeowners added confidence in the long-term performance, durability and reliability of their garage door. The warranty applies to products used under normal domestic conditions and is designed to cover key structural, mechanical and operational components.

Warranty Cover

• 10-year warranty on door panels against rust penetration from the inside out.
• 10-year warranty on panel construction against separation of the steel skin from the insulating foam core.
• 10-year warranty on non moving frame components against material defects.
• 10-year warranty on floor, intermediate, side and lintel seals against rotting.
• 5-year warranty on moving hardware, including rollers, hinges, cables and standard springs.
• 5-year warranty on CarTeck operators including CarTeck DRIVE and MOTOR systems, where fitted.
• 2-year warranty on standard polymer and aluminium window inserts.
• 5-year warranty on premium SLX and GSA Vision window units.
• 3-year warranty on coastal paint finishes against peeling or blistering, where this finish has been specified at the time of order.

Usage Conditions

The warranty applies to doors installed and used in normal residential conditions, with normal use defined as up to five opening and closing cycles per day. Warranty periods may be reduced on oversized or super-size door models, particularly for springs and motorised operating equipment.

What the Warranty Provides

In the event of a valid warranty claim, the manufacturer may choose to repair the affected component, replace it with an equivalent defect-free part, or provide compensation reflecting the reduced value caused by the fault. Any warranty claim must be supported by proof of purchase and the relevant warranty documentation.

Warranty Conditions

• The garage door must be purchased through an approved supplier such as Garage Doors Online.
• The product must remain in the country where it was originally purchased.
• The door must be correctly installed, commissioned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• A dated sales receipt and completed warranty paperwork may be required when making a claim.

Exclusions

The warranty does not cover damage or faults resulting from misuse, accidental damage, incorrect installation, poor maintenance, unauthorised alteration or external environmental influences. Normal wear and tear and minor visual changes over time are also excluded from cover.

• Remote control handsets, batteries and light bulbs are excluded.
• Damage caused during transport, assembly or commissioning is excluded.
• Surface fading, weathering and natural cosmetic ageing are not covered.
• Expansion or distortion caused by excessive heat or strong direct sunlight on dark finishes is excluded.
• Damage caused by fire, water ingress, salt air, chemicals, acids or other aggressive environmental conditions is excluded.

Important Note

This warranty applies in addition to your statutory rights. For complete peace of mind, installation should always be carried out correctly and the door should be used and maintained in line with the manufacturer’s guidance.

How to Measure for Your Made to Measure CarTeck Sectional Door

Measuring for a made to measure CarTeck sectional garage door ensures you get the absolute best fit for your garage, maximising your drive through width and height. Unlike standard size doors, these are manufactured to your exact specifications. All CarTeck sectional doors are ordered by their internal structural opening dimensions (the actual drive through width and height). The steel installation frame is always calculated as an addition or reduction to these internal dimensions, depending on your chosen installation position.

For quick visual reference, please refer to the 3D technical drawings located in the image gallery at the top of this page. These clearly show how the frame fits in relation to the opening.

Measuring for a Behind the Opening Fit (Standard)

This is the ideal and most common way to install a sectional door. The door and its steel framework sit entirely on the inner face of the garage wall, keeping the mechanics hidden and maximising the opening size.

• Width: Measure the brick to brick width of your garage opening in several places. Your ordering width is simply the exact smallest of these measurements.
• Height: Measure from the finished floor level to the underside of the lintel. Your ordering height is this exact measurement.
• Check your clearances: Because the frame sits entirely behind the brickwork, you must ensure you have sufficient internal space. You will need a minimum of 85mm to 90mm of clear sideroom on both the left and right sides of the opening to accommodate the frame legs.
• Check your headroom: You must also have a minimum of 120mm of clear headroom between the underside of the lintel and the ceiling to accommodate the top track and motor (this increases to 140mm for very large doors requiring double springing or if opting for XL and SuperSize dimensions).

Measuring for an Inbetween the Opening Fit

If you do not have internal brickwork returns, the door must be installed directly between the brick pillars using the optional Inbetween Opening Installation Kit.

• Width: Measure your brick to brick opening. To find your exact ordering width, you must deduct 180mm from this opening size (this allows for the two frame legs and a necessary fitting tolerance).
• Height: Measure your floor to lintel height. To find your exact ordering height, you must deduct 120mm (if installing a manual door or using the additional low headroom bracket) or deduct 140mm (for standard electric operation without the special bracket).

Important Depth Check

Sectional doors travel horizontally back into the garage space along the ceiling. It is essential to check that your garage is deep enough to accommodate the full length of the horizontal tracks and the motor boom. Ensure you have clear, unobstructed space running back into the garage equivalent to the height of the door plus approximately 350mm to 600mm.

If you have any doubts whatsoever about measuring your garage opening for a custom fit door, please contact our expert team for verification before placing your order.