One of the biggest issues to garage doors in northern states like Michigan is the damage that rock salt from the winter roads and driveways can cause to your door. Rock salt is one of the leading causes of oxidation of metal or iron sheets, or in this case, garage doors. Rust will show as a dusty brown or reddish stain on various door components, such as hinges, knobs, locks, and even tracks.
This Oxidation can reduce the life of your garage door but you can do a few thing to help minimize the salt damage.
The first most important thing is to reduce the use of salt-free ice melt. You can’t prevent the type of ice melt they use on the road but you can reduce the ice melt that will be set in your driveway.
The second most important thing to focus on when it comes to the garage door and preventing rust is to not let the salt stay on the surfaces.Keep your garage door clean at all times. It can be accomplished by hand-washing it at least twice a year. It is significant because it collects dirt, dust, and moisture.
Another option you can focus on using is getting all your part o a new garage door with
Enduracote. This will powder coat your garage door parts helping to prevent the wear on your door. If you’re interested in getting a new garage door with Endure-Coat fill out the form after clicking the button below.
