Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department Upgrades to Amarr 2412 Doors

Posted November 10, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

The Rist Canyon Volunteer Fire Department Station #4, in the mountains of Bellevue, Colorado, recently received a major upgrade with two Amarr 2412 heavy-duty commercial steel sectional doors! The original building was destroyed in a wildfire. The small, remote fire station is now back in business, and had its grand opening on October 13^th.

Take a look at the before and after photos below!

The aftermath of the wildfire that destroyed the original building

The new building with Amarr 2412 doors!

Amarr 2412 doors are double-layer, Polystyrene insulated for energy efficiency.

The Amarr 2412 boasts 24-gauge ribbed steel.

The grand opening and ribbon cutting took place on October 13, 2015.

MUST SEE: Barns that Have Garage Doors

Posted October 27, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

When many people think about barns, they think about an old, red, wooden building with a large wooden door. What many people don’t think about is a stylish garage door! Did you know that barns and other post-frame buildings can use insulated, secure, low-maintenance steel garage doors? Not only does a barn benefit from years of worry-free operation, with an Amarr Classica garage door, the barn door looks like a vintage wood door.

Amarr Classica garage doors are available in odd heights and odd widths to custom-fit any barn opening. The numerous design options are stamped directly into the steel, providing a deep embossment with distinct patterns. Amarr Classica garage doors also feature large window options to let more natural light into the building.

Take a look at some stylish barns and post-frame buildings in the photos below!

These Amarr Classica doors are one-of-a-kind - 14' h x 10'4" w with two rows of windows - and look great on this green and white barn! (c) Jay Freeland, Enterprise Door

These Amarr Classica doors are one-of-a-kind – 14′ h x 10’4″ w with two rows of windows – and look great on this green and white barn! (Photo (c) Jay Freeland, Enterprise Door)

(1) The original wood door of a barn; (2) Installed Amarr Classica steel doors; (3) The finished product - custom-painted Amarr Classica steel doors (Photos (c) Karen Frost)

(1) The original wood door of an over 100-year-old barn; (2) Installed Amarr Classica steel doors; (3) The finished product – custom-painted Amarr Classica steel doors (Photos (c) Karen Frost, All Ohio Garage Doors)

Amarr Classica garage doors come in solid, woodgrain, and two-tone colors.

Decorative hardware gives this Amarr Classica barn door an extra authentic touch.

The Amarr Classica garage door can fit both tall and wide openings.

The design possibilities with Amarr Classica garage doors for barns and post-frame buildings are endless!

Which barn has your favorite Amarr Classica garage door? Let us know in the comments below!

To get your own Amarr Classica garage door, find an Amarr dealer near you.

4 Reasons to Choose Dual Directional Woodgrain Colors for Your Amarr Garage Door

Posted October 19, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

There could be many reasons for replacing a garage door: Maybe the door is broken. Maybe it’s past its useful life. Or maybe you want to upgrade your home’s faÃ§ade and increase your home’s curb appeal.

The garage door is a great place to start when considering curb appeal it is the largest opening on your home! One way to ensure that your garage door increases your home’s curb appeal is by selecting a woodgrain color. Below are four reasons to choose an Amarr dual directional woodgrain garage door:

Amarr Classica garage doors in Walnut.

Realistic colors. Amarr garage doors are offered in three realistic dual directional woodgrain colors Golden Oak, Walnut, and Mahogany. These timeless colors will complement almost all exterior faÃ§ades, from stone to brick to siding.
Distinctive pattern that can be seen from the curb. Our dual directional woodgrain colors offer a horizontal woodgrain pattern on the rails of the garage door section and a vertical woodgrain pattern on the stiles and panels, resulting in a very distinct pattern that can be seen from the end of a typical driveway.

Amarr Stratford garage doors in Mahogany.

Low-maintenance steel that looks like wood. Fool the neighbors our dual directional woodgrain colors give your home the look of a real wooden garage door without the increased maintenance. Steel garage doors are low-maintenance and easy to clean and care for.
Now available in all construction options: one-, two-, and three layer doors. Now, you can get the stylish woodgrain colors at any price point. Woodgrain colors are available in the following Amarr residential garage doors: Amarr Classica, Oak Summit, Heritage, Stratford, Lincoln, and Hillcrest collections.

Amarr Oak Summit garage doors in Golden Oak.

Dual directional woodgrain doors are a great option for your home, no matter what your garage door needs are. For more information, visit our website, view an Amarr garage door on your home, or Find an Amarr Dealer near you.

New Product Numbering System for Amarr Commercial Doors

Posted October 8, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

On September 14, 2015, Entrematic instated a new product numbering system for all Amarr commercial doors. The new product numbers reflect a new logic system that assigns a digit number based on product features.

Amarr 2402 (formerly Model 2400) steel ribbed panel sectional commercial door

The new product numbering system has several benefits. First, as Entrematic grows and we develop more commercial door models, they will more easily fit into this numbering system. Second, now that Amarr commercial doors gave a logical numbering system, it is easier to explain the features of each model! This allows builders and architects to easily spec Amarr commercial doors.

Entrematic offers three categories of Amarr commercial doors. Each category has its own numbering system and logic chart. Here is a breakdown of each category’s logic system:

COMMERCIAL SECTIONAL DOORS

The four digits for Amarr commercial sectional doors represent the following:

1^st & 2^nd digit = gauge/material
3^rd digit = insulation
4^th digit = door thickness

The complete logic chart for Amarr sectional commercial doors is as follows: (click to expand)

COMMERCIAL ROLLING STEEL DOORS

The four digits for Amarr commercial rolling steel doors represent the following:

1^st digit = product category (“4” for rolling)
2^nd digit = product class
3^rd digit = curtain material
4^th digit = unit type

The complete logic chart for Amarr rolling steel doors is as follows: (click to expand)

COMMERCIAL ROLLING SHEET DOORS

The four digits for Amarr commercial rolling sheet doors represent the following:

1^st digit = product category (“5” for rolling sheet)
2^nd digit = product class
3^rd digit = door windload rating
4^th digit = guides and windlock

The complete logic chart for Amarr rolling sheet doors is as follows: (click to expand)

Visit the Amarr website to learn more about Amarr commercial doors!

Amarr Door Designer Helps Popular DIY Blogger Increase Curb Appeal

Posted September 16, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

Entrematic recently partnered with Shanty2Chic, a popular DIY blog run by two sisters, Whitney Gainer and Ashley Turner. An Amarr Classica CL3000 door in Walnut dual-directional woodgrain color was installed on Whitney’s home.

Before – photo © Whitney Gainer, www.shanty-2-chic.com. Used with permission.

After – photo © Whitney Gainer, www.shanty-2-chic.com. Used with permission.

In a blog post by Whitney, she discusses her “upgrade” from her old Amarr Classica door to the new insulated model. She says, “I knew I could get a super insulated door to help with both the heat of Summer and the cold.” But, how did she pick out this particular garage door? With the Amarr Door Designer, of course!

The Amarr Door Designer is an easy-to-use tool to help you visualize how an Amarr garage door can increase your home’s curb appeal. “It’s kind of addicting to play with,” Whitney writes.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use the Amarr Door Designer to see an Amarr garage door on your home:

Step One: Choose your garage door size, and the number of garage doors. (Tip: If you’re unsure of the size, choose a standard size. 8’x7′ is standard for a single-car garage, and 16’x7′ is standard for a double-car garage.)

Step Two: Click the “Upload Your Home” button to upload a picture of your home, or choose from a Sample Home below the button.

Step Three: Use the tabs at the top of the page to navigate through the design process. Choose your door model & construction, panel design & window, color, and decorative hardware to build your dream garage door!

Step Four: When finished designing, click “Next.”

Step Four: The final page will show you a before and after photo so you can see the difference in curb appeal. It will also list the details of the garage door you’ve chosen for your home. From here, you can print or save your design to your computer. You can also click “Send to Email” to send an e-mail of your garage door design to yourself or someone else.

Clicking the “Request a Quote” button is the first step in bringing your new garage door to life. You can input your information and one of our certified Amarr garage door dealers will reach out to you with a quote for your new garage door.

Here’s a before and after shot of the door we designed in this post:

There are so many great Amarr garage door options to suit your home and increase curb appeal. Here’s the door Whitney chose. What door will you choose?

3 Things to Know about the NEW Amarr Lincoln LI1000/LI2000 and Hillcrest HI1000/HI2000

Posted September 14, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

Because the Amarr Lincoln LI3000 and Hillcrest HI3000 garage doors are so popular, Entrematic is releasing single-layer and double-layer constructions in each collection!

The Amarr Lincoln LI1000/LI2000 and Hillcrest HI1000/HI2000 are now available. Here’s what you need to know about this product line expansion:

Style and affordability come hand-in-hand with the Amarr Lincoln and Hillcrest collections. These collections are a popular choice among homeowners for their exceptional value. For years, homeowners have chosen the Amarr Lincoln LI3000 and Hillcrest HI3000 as a stylish garage door option to increase the curb appeal of their home without breaking the bank! The addition of single-layer and double-layer garage doors in these collections allows the homeowner to choose from varying levels of noise control and energy efficiency in their home.
The Amarr Lincoln LI1000/2000 and Hillcrest HI1000/HI2000 garage doors are available in our attractive dual-directional woodgrain colors. Our dual-directional woodgrain colors are real showstoppers, increasing your home’s curb appeal and giving your garage doors an authentic wooden look without the hassle and high-maintenance of wood!
Lighten up your garage with windows, and provide authentic carriage house looks with decorative hardware. The new Amarr Lincoln LI1000/LI2000 and Hillcrest HI1000/HI2000 are available with our DecraTrim window inserts or DecraGlass windows to coordinate with your home’s design. The Amarr Hillcrest collection is also available with decorative hardware to give your garage door a classic carriage house look.

These new 2″ garage doors with conventional hardware are an excellent choice to upgrade the curb appeal of your home. Locate an Amarr Dealer near you for more information!

Entrematic Helps Couples Become “Home Free” on FOX

Posted August 28, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

An Amarr garage door was featured on the second episode of FOX’s new reality competition show, “Home Free.” The show premiered July 22, 2015, and the episode featuring the Amarr door aired July 29, 2015. Entrematic vice president of marketing Vickie Lents said, “Entrematic is thrilled that an Amarr garage door was showcased in the brand new show showing the improved curb appeal of a home.”

On “Home Free,” nine couples are challenged to revive one run-down home every week for a deserving family in an effort to win the ultimate dream home for themselves. During each episode, famed professional contractor Mike Holmes (“Holmes on Homes®”) presents the couples with tasks designed to test and challenge the skills of these DIY enthusiasts. The couples must not only work together to restore the home, but they must also all live together in the same dilapidated work site 24/7 the more they accomplish, the better they sleep at night!

“A home is way more than brick and mortar. So being part of this new series and partnering with FOX is truly exciting for me,” said Mike Holmes. “I’m ready to break ground with these couples. It’s going to be a lot of sweat and tears but I promise you, all worth it in the end…trust me on this.”

HOME FREE, a new competition series that will feature never-before-seen twists and plenty of surprises, as couples vie to win their dream home. Pictured: Famed professional contractor Mike Holmes (“Holmes on Homes®”), the eight-episode unscripted series broke ground Wednesday, July 22 (9-10pm ET/PT) on FOX. Photo Credit: 2015 Fox Broadcasting Company

One couple is eliminated each episode. The remaining couples continue on to the next week and revive a new home. After the elimination, the eliminated couple is given the chance to go inside the home and meet the deserving family who will receive the house. In a surprise twist, the deserving family is actually the eliminated couple!

“You built it, you earned it, you own it,” says Holmes during the July 29th episode to the couple who is now truly “Home Free.”

The home featured in the July 29th episode before renovation

The home featured in the July 29th episode after renovation

The Amarr Classica CL3000 garage door in Northampton design with Madeira windows truly adds curb appeal to the newly renovated home! The three-panel garage door, in True White, is a unique touch and complements the new color scheme of the home. The Amarr Classica collection features three panels, rather than the traditional four, to give a more authentic carriage house look, increasing the home’s curb appeal. This garage door also features larger windows, which increase the natural light flowing into the garage. An insulated garage door such as the Amarr Classica CL3000 also increases energy efficiency by helping maintain the garage’s temperature. And, since this garage is attached to the home, an insulated garage door boasts quieter operation, reducing noise when the door opens and closes.

Entrematic is proud to be a “HOME FREE” partner. What was your favorite part of the episode? Let us know by commenting below!

Entrematic Hosts Wellness Fair

Posted August 24, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

Our production facility in Lawrence, Kansas hosted their annual Wellness Fair on June 26^th. The goal of the Wellness Fair is for Entrematic Team Members to learn about various wellness opportunities from many different vendors from the Lawrence community. Vendors came on site to offer information about how their businesses can help Team Members stay fit, stick to a healthy diet, manage their financial health, and promote overall wellness.

This year’s attendees included Delta Dental, Cigna Healthcare, Lawrence Massage, Corporate Benefits, Heartland Community Health Center, Lawrence Vein Center, T Rowe Price, Crown Toyota, Plant Serums, Truity Credit Union, Meritrust Credit Union, Genesis Health Club, Health Care Access, Lawrence Parks & Recreation, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Wild Alive Crossfit, Liberty Mutual, Sam’s Club, and VSP.

Thank you to all of the vendors who attended! The 2015 Wellness Fair was a big success thanks to your efforts. “This year was the best turn out,” confirms Susan Moszeter, People Department Coordinator.

Here are some photos of our Team Members and visiting vendors at the Wellness Fair:

Lawrence Memorial Hospital & Lawrence Parks and Recreation

Entrematic Team Member Luke Whittmore at the Genesis Health Club booth

Entrematic Team Member Mike Hernandez at the VSP booth

Rodney Sharp, Safety Director at Entrematic, mans the safety booth

Tammy Gabriel getting a massage from Cassi at Lawrence Massage

Amarr Garage Door Increases Curb Appeal on Designing Spaces of Hope – Military Makeover

Posted August 5, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

Entrematic proudly partnered with Lifetime’s “Designing Spaces of Hope Military Makeover” to honor a veteran living in Florida, Purple Heart Marine Veteran 1^st Lt. Robert Keefe. Robert, his wife Bianca, and their three children received a great renovation of their South Florida home, featuring a brand new Amarr Heritage HR3000 garage door to increase the home’s curb appeal and increase the home’s energy efficiency!

Lt. Keefe’s Humvee hit an Improvised Explosive Device during military deployment, causing severe spine injuries and rendering him unable to continue military service. Wounded Warriors of South Florida contacted Designing Spaces and proposed a home renovation for the Keefe family, which prompted the created of the special Designing Spaces of Hope Military Makeover series.

Hosted by Marine Staff Sgt. Veteran R. Lee Ermey, a Marine veteran who works tirelessly with multiple agencies and charities to help the Marine Corps and military, a battalion of workers from Designing Spaces gave the Keefes’ home a renovation. “This is just a small token to let the military know, â€˜Hey, we do appreciate what you do,'” Staff Sgt. Ermey, aka “The Gunny,” said. “The Marine Corp retired me in 1971, and I just kept showing up for work. It gives me something to do, and I support the troops.”

R. Lee “The Gunny” Ermey

“All of us at Entrematic join Sgt. Ermey in recognizing the sacrifice and service of America’s military personnel and Lt. Keefe,” Entrematic Vice President of Marketing Vickie Lents said. “We are proud to help improve the curb appeal of the Keefe family home with the Amarr Heritage insulated steel wind load approved garage door, as well as help improve the energy efficiency of their home and help protect their home against strong winds prevalent in Florida.”

The Keefes’ beautiful new insulated Amarr Heritage HR3000 in Mahogany woodgrain color was chosen for several reasons:

Energy efficiency. An insulated garage door helps maintain the temperature in the garage, while the temperature outside may get extremely hot or cold. Insulated garage doors are great for all climates. Energy efficiency is very important for garages attached to the home.
Reduced noise level. With the Keefes’ garage attached to the home, a triple-layer constructed garage door, such as the Amarr Heritage HR3000, operates with less noise.
This garage door is built with children in mind, with the section profiles featuring our patented Amarr SafeGuard hinges. Amarr SafeGuard hinges reduce the risk of serious finger and hand injuries.
Insurance savings. The Amarr Heritage HR3000 garage door on the Keefes’ home is Florida wind load approved for impact resistance and 165MPH wind protection, making lower insurance premiums a possibility for the family.
Curb appeal. The Mahogany dual-directional woodgrain color and the long panel design of the garage door complement the style of the entry door, and significantly increase the curb appeal of the home.
The Amarr Heritage HR3000 steel garage door is made of up to 90 percent recycled materials. And, Amarr garage doors are proudly made in the USA.

The Keefes’ garage door before

The Keefes’ beautiful new Amarr garage door

In case you missed it, you can view the Designing Spaces of Hope Military Makeover segment featuring Amarr garage doors on our YouTube channel.

11 Safety Tips for Garage Door Safety Month

Posted June 2, 2015 by Amarr Garage Doors

June is recognized as Garage Door Safety month by the International Door Association (IDA) and Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association (DASMA). Your garage door is often the largest opening in your home, and the one that works the hardest. Making sure your garage door is as safe as possible prevents accidents and gives you and your family peace of mind. Here are 11 easy garage door safety tips from DASMA:

Replace Old Springs. Your garage door’s springs are arguably the most important and most dangerous part of your door. Springs wear out. When they break, injury can result. If you have an older garage door, have your springs inspected by a professional technician and replaced if needed. If your door has two springs, replace both, even if one is not broken. This will not only prevent any damage caused by the breaking of the second spring, but also keep your door working efficiently.
Check Your Cables. Visually inspect the cables that attach the spring system to the bottom brackets on both sides of the door. If these cables are frayed or worn, they are in danger of breaking, which can cause injury. Due to the dangers associated with high spring tension, these cables should be replaced only by a trained technician.
Squeaky Springs? Springs can squeak and be noisy. This is caused by normal use and does not necessarily indicate a problem. Before calling a professional service technician, use a spray-on lubricant (recommended especially for garage doors). If the noise persists, call a professional garage door installer for service.
A Do-It-Yourselfer, Eh? Installing a garage door can be very dangerous and is not recommended for a novice. DASMA recommends that trained door systems technicians install garage doors. If you attempt the installation by yourself, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions carefully.
Safety Cables. If your garage door has extension springs, you need a safety cable that runs through the spring and secures to the wall or ceiling at each end. When your garage door is down, extension springs are under high tension. If the spring breaks, it may cause injury. A safety cable can keep that broken spring contained. If you have extension springs but do not have a safety cable, call your local dealer for a safety inspection.
Struggling Door? If your door does not go up and down smoothly, you may have an unsafe condition. Even older door systems should operate smoothly. If the awkward operation continues when the door is manually operated, you may have a spring system that is out of balance. This can cause premature wear and tear on other important door components. Spring systems are dangerous and should be repaired only by trained professionals.
Watch Your Fingers! Every year, many unsuspecting homeowners injure their fingers by placing them between the door sections to pull down on the door. According to DASMA Standard 116, if your door lacks pinch-resistant joints, you should have lift handles or suitable gripping points on the inside and outside of the door. Even if your door has an opener, the door must occasionally be operated manually. Never place your fingers between the door sections. If you manually open or close the door, use the handles or the safe gripping points!Luckily, Entrematic manufactures Amarr garage doors with patented SafeGuard pinch protection design. SafeGuard hinges and safety bottom brackets reduce the chance of hand and finger injury by pushing the fingers out of the section joints.

Tamper Resistant Brackets. Since the bottom brackets on a garage door are connected to the door’s springs, these brackets are under extreme tension. They should be adjusted or loosened only by a trained door systems technician. Many manufacturers now include tamper resistant hardware that prevents loosening of the brackets by a novice.
Use the Old Track? When buying a replacement garage door, some homeowners are tempted to save a few dollars by putting the new door on the old track. However, your old track may not fit with your new door, depending on the thickness of your sections, the weight of the door, the headroom required, the location of the garage door opener, and other considerations. The track and sections work together as a system. For maximum performance and long life, you should use the track that is designed for your specific door.
Regular Service. Your garage door is probably the largest moving part in your home and is typically used every day. Over time, parts can wear out and break, creating potential safety problems. Although you should provide monthly safety checks and maintenance to your garage door system, an annual visit from a trained door systems technician can keep your door operating safely and smoothly for a long time.
Safety Reverse. Since 1993, all openers manufactured for the U.S. must include a second safety reversing feature such as photoelectric eyes. These are installed near the floor. Once the invisible beam is broken, the door reverses automatically. If your opener lacks a similar safety reversing feature, it’s time to get a new opener. Check out this LiftMaster Safety Check video to see this tip in action:

Tips from: http://www.dasma.com