Anthracite and RAL coloured sectional garage doors in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Our coloured sectional door service covers Edinburgh and the Lothians: Edinburgh, Livingston, Musselburgh and Bathgate, plus the surrounding area, with each door made to measure after a free survey.
Coloured sectional garage doors are sectional doors finished in a colour other than the standard white, from the popular anthracite grey (RAL 7016) to black, greens, blues and creams, so the door can match windows, front doors and cladding. Most ranges offer a short list of preferred colours and a wide RAL palette to order.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Towns covered
- 5
- Largest place
- Edinburgh
- Guide price
- £2,095–£2,995
- Visits
- Free survey
What should you know about coloured sectional doors in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Why is anthracite grey so popular?
Anthracite grey matches the dark grey windows and doors fitted to many UK homes in recent years. It looks modern, hides dirt well and suits brick, render and cladding.
Will a dark colour fade or move?
All exterior coatings weather. Dark colours absorb more heat, and some manufacturers limit dark colours on certain sizes or recommend specific panel types for sunny elevations. We check the rules for your door.
Preferred colours or RAL to order?
Preferred colours are held by the manufacturer, so they cost less and arrive sooner. RAL colours to order widen the choice but can add cost and lead time.
Which options can you choose?
- Black and dark greysRAL 9005 and similar.
- Heritage coloursGreens, blues and creams.
- Two-sided colourOutside colour on both faces on some ranges.
- Anthracite RAL 7016The classic dark grey.
How much does a coloured sectional door cost in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Guide price: £2,095–£2,995 inc VAT. That covers the door, fitting, removal of a standard old door and VAT; the fixed price follows the free survey.
The survey is free and there is no obligation. We measure width, height, headroom, side room and depth, and look at power for an operator.
What rules apply in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
In Scotland, works that do not materially change the outside appearance of a house are not usually development, so a like-for-like garage door is normally fine. The householder permitted development class for external alterations does not apply in conservation areas, so a visibly different door in a conservation area is likely to need permission, and listed building consent is a separate requirement. Your council planning team can confirm.
Planning authorities in Edinburgh and the Lothians include City of Edinburgh Council, East Lothian Council, Midlothian Council and West Lothian Council.
Towns we cover in Edinburgh and the Lothians
What happens next?
Get a guide price
Our four-step tool gives a realistic range in under a minute.
Book the free survey
We check headroom, side room, depth and power on site.
Confirm your door
Agree finish, colour and options against a fixed written price.
Installation
We remove the old door, fit the new one and test every safety feature.
Questions about anthracite and RAL coloured sectional garage doors in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Can I paint my sectional door later?
Repainting a factory-finished door can affect the warranty and is rarely as durable. It is better to order the colour you want.
How much extra is a coloured garage door?
Preferred colours such as anthracite grey often cost little or nothing extra; RAL colours to order usually add to the price. A coloured single door is typically around £2,095–£2,995 supplied and fitted.
What colour garage door adds most kerb appeal?
The one that matches your windows and front door. Anthracite grey and white are the most common choices.
Which towns in Edinburgh and the Lothians do you cover?
We cover Edinburgh, Livingston, Musselburgh, Bathgate and Bonnyrigg and other towns across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Do I need planning permission in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Usually not for a like-for-like door. In Scotland a visibly different door in a conservation area is likely to need permission, and listed buildings need consent. Check with your local planning authority if in doubt.
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