What are the benefits of a steel door versus a wood door?

I wanted to cover this topic because I get the question quite often. I have the answer also posted in our FAQ on the site http://www.gdugaragedoors.com/#!__garage-doors/faq

Both wood and steel doors have advantages.  A solid wood door is 100% wood, through and through, and is preferred more for its natural look.  It is by far the heaviest, most secure and beautiful door you can purchase. From a high quality manufacturer, they will resist most major shifting and expanding, although they will require more maintenance.  

Typically these doors may be all cedar, redwood, or may have softwood frames with oak, mahogany, or other hardwood panels. They arrive unfinished and need to be primed and painted or stained on all six sides of the door upon installation.   We recommend a visual inspection of the paint or stain finish on wood doors one time per year to confirm if another finish application is necessary. 
 

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Steel doors may require less maintenance than a wood door. Steel doors withstand the elements better, and, because most are made of hot-dipped, galvanized steel that is vinyl clad or given a baked-on polyester finish, they don't rust or require repainting as often as wood doors. Most warranties guarantee the door won't rust for as long as you own the house, but do not protect against fading. On the downside, steel does dent and can be difficult to repair.  

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Annual cleaning of the exterior of the door with a common household detergent and warm water at least one time per year is recommended. These doors are a great addition to your home and are one of the most cost effective way to update your home. We have some great design galleries you can browse through by visiting our website at www.gdugaragedoors.com.  

I hope this helps answer some of those questions but if you have more feel free to email me at shawn@gdusandiego.com.

Best regards,

Shawn M. Black