GRP Panel Up & Over
The Garador GRP Panel Up & Over garage door is a practical choice for homeowners who want a traditional appearance with minimal maintenance. Made from glass reinforced polyester (GRP), it offers long service life, strong construction, and a consistent finish that will not rot, rust, or warp.
At Emsworth Garage Doors, we supply and install Garador GRP Panel Up & Over doors across Hampshire, with a free site survey, clear advice, and professional fitting included.
Features of the GRP Panel Up & Over
Garador GRP Panel Up & Over garage doors are built with a rigid galvanised steel box section chassis, which provides strength and stability and helps prevent twisting or warping over time. The GRP panel itself is low maintenance and does not require painting, making it a reliable long-term option. On Garador’s premier GRP models, the inside face is finished with a smooth flow-coat to improve appearance and reduce translucency. Security is provided as standard with a euro cylinder lock and solid steel locking rods. The doors are available in classic panel designs such as Stamford and Arden, finished in a durable high white gloss, as well as timber-effect woodgrain finishes that replicate the look of real timber without the ongoing upkeep. A range of window options is also available to allow natural light into the garage and tailor the door to the style of your home.
How the GRP Panel Up & Over compares to other garage doors
A GRP Panel Up & Over garage door sits between traditional timber doors and more modern garage door systems. Compared to timber up and over doors, GRP provides a similar appearance but without the need for regular painting or treatment. When compared with steel up and over doors, GRP is less prone to corrosion and surface damage, which can be an advantage for homes in coastal parts of Hampshire. While sectional and roller garage doors offer better space efficiency and are often chosen for automated operation, they are usually more expensive and mechanically more complex. For homeowners who want a similar traditional style but a different material option, Garador steel up and over doors can be a suitable alternative, particularly where budget is a key consideration. If insulation, automation, or internal garage space is a priority, we may instead recommend sectional or roller garage doors from Garador or other manufacturers such as Hörmann, depending on your garage layout and how the space is used. During our free survey, we will always recommend the most suitable door rather than a one-size-fits-all option.
Top Features
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Safety assured
Engineered to the highest standards and comply with British Standard BS EN13241.
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Secure locking design
Garador doors come with a 2-point locking system as standard.
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Expert engineering
Expertly engineered to offer reliability and performance, all made in the UK.
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Great warranty
With a 10 year warranty on garage doors and a 2 year warranty on personnel doors.
Colours
These are finished in a tasteful, resilient high white gloss offering a superb surface finish.
Grain
The look of timber, the benefit of GRP.
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Anthracite Grey RAL 7016
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Bleached Oak
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Blue RAL 5011
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Dark Mahogany
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Dark Oak
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Ebony GRP
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Golden Brown
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Green
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Honey Beech
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Irish Oak
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Light Oak
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Magnolia
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Red Mahogany
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Rosewood
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Teak
Gloss
A high gloss finish for your garage door.
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Gloss White
(Standard Colour)
* Please note: Gloss is only available on Stamford and Arden style door.
Extras
Options for your garage door:
- Canopy gear available on door sizes up to 2439mm wide and 2136mm high doors
- Retractable gear
- Retractable plus gear available on 1931, 1981 and 2136mm high doors up to 2439mm wide
- Factory pre-framed standard single doors
- Additional Lock Kit, C-type/R-type (fitted onto door)
Available handles:
- Standard black handle
- Brass effect handle
- Chrome effect handle
- White handle
Available electrical operators:
- GaraMatic 9
- GaraMatic 10
- GaraMatic 20
Resources
FAQs
Yes. GRP does not rust, making it a good choice for homes near the coast or in exposed locations.
No. The finish is applied during manufacture and only requires occasional cleaning to keep it looking its best.
In many cases, yes. We can advise during your free survey whether automation is suitable for your garage.
Yes. Garador’s woodgrain GRP finishes are moulded with detailed grain patterns to closely resemble real timber.
Yes. We remove and dispose of your existing garage door at no extra cost as part of the installation.













