Every time the garage door opens and closes, a loud rumble comes right through your bedroom floor making things particularly unpleasant for you or friends, relatives occupying your guest bedroom that is probably just above the garage. Can’t stand it ? J-F Morin, a technical expert at Garaga (www.garaga.com), an important garage door manufacturer in Canada, wants to give you some advice to help you reduce noise generated by the up and down movement of your garage door.
1. The first thing to do is to change the steel rollers on your garage door to nylon. With nylon rollers, you will obtain almost silent running on the tracks.
2. Another point to look at is your electric operator. Any model with a rubber belt reinforced with metal wire is best because the motor of this model is insulated from the metal case and will cut vibrations. The rubber belt is also quieter than the steel chain.
3. If your garage is made of concrete, a noise isolator system (semi-rigid rubber 6 mm) can be effective. The supports that hold up the horizontal tracks can be insulated with a piece of rubber to cut the vibrations. On a wood frame, do not fix directly under the beams, place a piece of wood perpendicular under which you will have installed a rubber insulator. If you have a bedroom or living space above your garage and intend to add hardwood flooring, it is recommended to sound proof it by installing carpet and under carpet .
4. A good lifting system (springs) can also contribute to noise reduction. ''Torsion'' type springs (instead of ''Extension'' springs) is ideal because they allow precise balancing of the door and avoid friction of cables and springs on the horizontal tracks.
5. Concerning the tracks, it is best to choose tracks with the largest radius possible. In fact, the larger the radius the smoother the door action will be. The standard radius is 10 inches (''extension'' spring) and 12 or 15 inches (''torsion'' spring). Opt for the largest radius possible if you have a big clear space above the door.
6. Finally, regular lubrication (twice a year) of perimeter frame weatherstripping (silicone), rollers and track (motor oil) is important.
7. If you are planning on purchasing a new garage door, the experts at Garaga, recommend you choose an insulated garage door with an aluminum coating, especially if it is a double garage door (ex: 16 ft). They are lighter and easier than a steel door on mechanism long term.
With the above advice, it should easier to reduce noise problems from your garage door. Do not hesitate to call your nearest Garaga Expert. A network of distributors in Canada who are trained to offer you top quality work and service and in the end, peace of mind.
For more information, consult the Garaga website at www.garaga.com.
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