Design & Customization — Planks by CHI, Delivered by Schneider
Schneider Garage Doors designs and installs CHI’s Planks-style garage doors that blend authentic woodgrain visuals with modern engineering. You get the warmth of timber without the maintenance: durable, low-maintenance construction, climate-ready performance, insulated cores for thermal efficiency (R-10.29 or R-17.54), and a limited lifetime warranty. Our Los Angeles team guides you from design to installation for a flawless result.
Core Advantages
- Durable, low-maintenance steel or aluminum construction
- Insulation packages up to R-17.54 for comfort & energy savings
- Engineered for all climates with weather-tight seals
- Quiet, smooth operation with premium rollers & hardware
- Limited lifetime warranty on door sections
Popular Styles
- Flush planks, horizontal slats, or framed contemporary looks
- Modern minimalist to warm, traditional carriage cues
- Single & double door sizes with custom increments
Find Your Style — Custom Finishes, Woodtones & Glass
Solid Colors
White, Almond, Sandstone, Black, Graphite — clean, modern palettes with durable factory finishes.
Woodtones
Accents Cedar, Mahogany, Dark Oak, Driftwood, Walnut, Carbon Oak — lifelike grains with UV-stable coats.
Powder Coating
Up to 188 custom colors for perfect matches or bold contrasts with your façade.
Window Designs
Arched Madison, Stockton, Sunburst and more — tailor shapes/patterns to your architecture.
Glass Finishes
Frosted, Obscure, Tinted, Seeded, Clear Tempered, Insulated Low-E for privacy & daylight control.
Contemporary Layouts
Modern glass placements such as Florence or Newport for sleek visual rhythm and curb appeal.
Technical Specifications
Door Sections
- Construction: 2″ thick, multi-layer steel or aluminum with reinforced rails & stiles
- Insulation: Polystyrene/Polyurethane packages (R-10.29 / R-17.54)
- Joints: Precision tongue-and-groove with thermal break
- Seals: Full-perimeter weather seals; heavy-duty bottom bulb
- Finishes: Factory anodized or powder-coated; woodgrain laminates
- Sizes: Custom widths/heights in 1″ increments
Track & Hardware
- Hardware: Commercial-grade galvanized 11-gauge hinges, premium brackets
- Rollers: 2″ sealed nylon (quiet) with 10–11 ball bearings
- Track: 2″ standard (12″ radius); 3″ & high-lift configurations on request
- Springs: 40K cycles standard; 100K extended-life available
- Torsion: 11-gauge tube; solid shaft per door weight as required
Design Assistance & Visualization
Visualize before you buy: we overlay your custom Planks design onto a photo of your home — either from an on-site visit or a photo you submit. Expect a clear process with personalized consultations, expert design guidance, and transparent pricing from start to finish.