A panel lift garage door is made of horizontal panels joined by hinges. When it opens, the panels roll up on tracks at each side of the opening and finish flat against the garage ceiling. "Panel lift" and "sectional" describe the same door, and you'll hear both names in Melbourne.
How a panel lift door works
Torsion springs mounted above the opening balance the weight of the door, so it lifts smoothly by hand or with a motor. Because the door moves straight up rather than swinging out, you can park right up to it, which makes panel lift doors a good fit for short driveways.
Panel lift vs roller vs tilt doors
- Panel lift (sectional): seals well, can be insulated, comes in the widest range of designs, and needs about 250mm of headroom.
- Roller: usually the most affordable option and leaves the ceiling clear, but has fewer design choices.
- Tilt: a single panel that tilts up and over, ideal for custom cladding that matches your facade, but it swings out as it opens.
Panel lift door options
Choose from Colorbond steel, timber look finishes, insulated panels, and designs with windows in the top panel. See the full range on our Sectional Garage Doors page.
What does a panel lift door cost?
The price depends on the size of your opening, the design and finish, insulation, windows, the motor and accessories, and whether an old door needs removing. The quickest way to an exact price is a free measure and quote.
