Let It Roll with Roll Up Doors

Roll up doors are doors that retract up onto a roller mounted above the doorway when they are opened, similar to how a pull-down shade works on a window. While this analogy might be helpful in understanding the mechanics of these space saving wonders, roll up doors are far from flimsy. In fact, they are most often used for commercial and industrial applications such as garages, warehouses and storefronts, though they are often overlooked for their usefulness in residential settings as well.

Where It Goes, Nobody Knows!
While it may appear that these doors vanish into thin air, the principle behind their operation is really pretty simple. They are made of smaller, interlocking, horizontal panels that run on a track and flex at each joint. This allows them to "roll up" as they are retracted. They are available in both manual and mechanized models, depending on your preference and budget, and are available in everything from shop front steel "mesh" doors to straightforward industrial metal models to elegant, stained wood varieties. Whether you're installing your new door in a warehouse, upscale bar, or as a retractable barrier between your kitchen and living room, there's a model out there made to suit your needs.

High Security Solutions
Because of their strong structural integrity, ease of operation and space saving qualities, roll up doors are often found in areas where high security barriers are needed when no one is around. This includes teller windows, bars, pharmacies, storefronts and the like. Roll up doors are also a popular choice as a fire door, or a door that closes automatically in the event of a fire to prevent it from spreading in large buildings or offices. The minimal space these doors occupy combined with their high security potential makes them particularly well suited for such applications.

Not Too Shabby In Residences Either
While most people's notions of roll up doors conjure up visions of warehouses and teller windows, their potential for residential use is often overlooked. Because of their space saving qualities and the introduction of more attractive luxury models sporting painted and finished wood surfaces, these doors provide good looking, functional barriers between larger living areas, kitchens, dining rooms and bar areas. If you have an unconventional space that traditional doors don't fit, the benefits and beauty of high end roll up doors just might be the answer you've been looking for.

Be it warehouse or mansion, shop front or poolside bar, these doors are one of the most versatile door solutions on the market. Contact a roll up door specialist, retailer, or installer in order to find out which model is best for you.