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Side Hinged Garage Doors

Side hinged garage doors also known as side opening or 'swing' garage doors are becoming popular again across the UK, largely because many garages are no longer used for parking cars. Instead, they are increasingly used as workshops, home gyms, utility spaces, or simple storage areas, where day to day access and climate control matter more than ever. For these active garages, side hinged doors make everyday use simple. You can open just one leaf to step in and out, ideal for grabbing a bike, garden tools, or the lawnmower without exposing the whole garage to the street or the weather.

Side Hinged Garage doors with Windows

Windows with side hinged doors are an ideal feature when you want extra natural light, or require some vision and a less enclosed feel and a more attractive façade, and are available on many insulated and selected single skin ranges.

At Garage Doors Online, our range has evolved far beyond the draughty doors of the past. Most of our modern steel doorsets arrive as a complete unit with the leaves already hung in the steel fixing frame, making fitting straightforward for a competent DIYer or tradesperson.

Traditional Cedar Timber Doors

While steel dominates the modern market, we know that for some properties, only the natural warmth and character of real wood will do. We continue to offer a range of traditional Cedar timber side hinged doors. These are built with the same attention to detail but offer that authentic, classic look that suits period properties and rural homes perfectly. If you are willing to treat and maintain them, a Cedar door offers a beauty that is hard to replicate.

Practical Benefits for the 21st Century Garage

In the modern home, the garage is often an extension of the living space rather than just a car park. Side hinged doors adapt perfectly to this lifestyle change by offering:

• Effortless Access: Open one leaf for quick entry without engaging a motor or lifting a heavy panel. Perfect for regular pedestrian access.
• Total Clearance: No ceiling tracks, springs, or internal mechanisms, leaving your roof space completely free for storage or lighting.
• Simple Reliability: With fewer moving parts than sectional or roller doors, hinges and locks are proven, reliable, and easy to maintain.
• Strong Weather Sealing: Modern rebated frames and seals help keep draughts and rain out, protecting your belongings.
• Smart Security: Choose improved locking and hardware to suit your usage, from standard latches to high-security Euro cylinders.

Things to Consider

Side hinged doors need clear space in front of the garage so the leaves can swing open. You can also choose different leaf splits—such as a 50/50 split or an asymmetric split—to make pedestrian access even easier. Use the filters on the left to select size and style, or call our team on 01926 463 888 if you would like guidance on the best GDO or Cedar option for your home.