Cedar Trent
A high quality timber sectional. With timber being a natural insulator, and the ability to finish these doors in any paint or stain of your choice, this is a superior choice for your home. In choosing sectional garage doors you will benefit from the door sliding 100% vertically and not moving outwards at any time during the open or close. This means you can park the vehicle right up close to the doors on the driveway so utilise all the space you have there.
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Flexible Glazed Design
The Trent is a versatile timber sectional that balances the privacy of solid boarding with the practical benefits of a glazed top section. The vertical boarding on the lower panels provides a strong, durable base that resists knocks and scuffs, while the upper windows can be customised with clear or stippled glass to suit your preference.
This model is a fantastic all-rounder, offering the visual warmth of Western Red Cedar with the functionality of a bright, airy garage interior. The high-quality track system ensures that even with the added weight of glass and solid timber, the door remains perfectly balanced and can be lifted with just one hand or a standard electric operator.
Sizes, Operation & Gear
Made to measure in a wide range of single and double sizes to suit most UK garages, including larger bespoke openings.
- All sectional doors are constructed with solid cedar top, middle, side and bottom rails, typically finished to around 44 mm thickness for rigidity.
- Doors over approximately 10 ft wide are reinforced with lateral timber or steel bracing to minimise deflection when the door is in the overhead position.
- Vertical lifting sectional operation maximises drive-through width and headroom compared with traditional up-and-over doors.
- HOME-X residential extension spring system as standard on most doors up to around 14'0" x 7'0" and 130 kg, for fast assembly and pre-tensioned springs.
- HOME-R rear mounted torsion springs available for heavier doors up to approximately 165 kg.
- HOME-F front mounted torsion springs offered for large or oversize doors up to around 295 kg where extra lifting capacity is required.
Timber Quality & Construction
- Hand-built in the UK from kiln dried Western Red Cedar sourced from certified, sustainably managed forests.
- Solid cedar stiles and rails joined using traditional mortice and tenon, glued and wedged joints for long-term structural strength.
- Cedar’s natural oils offer inherent resistance to decay and insect attack, ideal for exposed external locations.
- Dimensionally stable timber that lies flat and stays straight when correctly finished and maintained.
- Natural variation in colour and grain from light amber to deep honey brown ensures every door is unique.
Glazing & Design Options
- 4 mm toughened safety glass used in glazed sections for strength and impact resistance.
- Stippled opaque glass available where privacy is important but natural daylight is still desired inside the garage.
- Leaded patterns offered in plain, diamond or square designs to match property style and other cedar door ranges.
- Clear glazing options available on request for doors such as DERWENT, WIRKSWORTH, BAMFORD, BARLOW, WARWICK, HASSOP, STIPPLED DIAMOND, STIPPLED SQUARE, YORK and TRENT where appropriate to the design.
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Stippled
Stippled Square Leading
Stippled Diamond Leading
Hardware, Security & Automation
- Residential track system with precision-engineered rollers designed for smooth, quiet operation and long service life.
- Compatible with a wide range of quality electric operators for convenient remote-controlled opening and closing.
- Multi-point locking arrangements and robust steel track components provide a secure, difficult-to-force installation when correctly specified and fitted.
- Optional handle and hardware finishes to coordinate with other external door furniture on the property.
Environmental & Certification Benefits
- Manufactured using certified timber with full chain-of-custody traceability back to sustainable forests of origin.
- Western Red Cedar offers natural thermal and acoustic benefits thanks to its cellular structure and internal air spaces.
- Cedar’s durability and long service life provide a premium, long-term solution that enhances property value and reduces replacement cycles.
Handle Options
Cedar sectional garage doors are suppliedAll Cedar Doors are also available with the following high quality handles:
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Standard Black |
Euro Locking |
Euro Locking |
Euro Locking |
Euro Locking |
Euro Locking |
TRENT – Specification
Sectional cedar door with vertical boarding and a glazed top panel for added light.
- Made from kiln-dried Western Red Cedar, with solid cedar framing and carefully matched boards.
- Structural timbers joined using mortice and tenon, glued and wedged joints for longevity.
- Typical 44 mm door thickness, with section sizes adjusted to suit each made-to-measure door.
- Available in a full range of custom sizes for single, double and larger openings.
- Utilises a universal sectional track and spring system with extension or torsion options.
- Toughened safety glass used in the glazed panels, with clear or stippled options available.
- Anti-finger-trap section profiles and continuous seals around the opening.
Factory Finishing Options:
- Standard Light Oak dip-coat.
- Optional fully factory applied multi-coat finishes in Standard Stains: Light Oak, Medium Oak, Golden Oak, Dark Oak, Mahogany, Rosewood, Teak, Walnut, and Black (RAL 9005).
- Standard Opaque Colours: Anthracite (RAL 7016), Jet Black (RAL 9005), Traffic White (RAL 9016), Pure White (RAL 9010), Cream (RAL 9001), Light Ivory (RAL 1015), Slate Grey (RAL 7015), Window Grey (RAL 7040), Agate Grey (RAL 7038), Pale Green (RAL 6021), Pigeon Blue (RAL 5014), and Ruby Red (RAL 3003).
- Custom opaque colours available to match RAL, British Standard, Farrow & Ball, and Little Greene collections.
Cedar Sectional Door Colour Options
Enhance the natural beauty of your handmade timber door with our professional factory finishing service. Using premium Remmers coatings from Germany, our multi-coat system provides a durable, satin-finish barrier against the elements, significantly extending maintenance intervals compared to site-applied stains.
Why Choose Factory Finishing?
Long-Lasting Protection: The industrial application ensures deep penetration and a consistent seal, offering up to 5 years of erosion resistance before recoating is typically required. Click to see pdf Brochure.
Weather Resistance: Protects against UV degradation, water ingress, and fungal attack from day one. Click to see pdf Brochure.
Superior Finish: A smooth, furniture-grade satin finish that highlights the timber grain (on translucent stains) or provides a flawless solid colour (on opaque finishes). Click to see pdf Brochure.
Stability: Opaque finished doors may utilise high-performance Tricoya composite panels in place of solid cedar boards to eliminate natural movement and prevent paint cracking. Click to see pdf Brochure.
Standard Translucent Woodstains
These semi-transparent stains are designed to enrich the natural grain and tonal variation of Western Red Cedar.
| Colour Name | Description | Finish Type |
| Light Oak | A pale, natural tone that keeps the timber looking close to raw cedar. | Translucent Stain |
| Medium Oak | A classic warm mid-brown that suits most traditional properties. | Translucent Stain |
| Golden Oak | A rich, honey-toned finish that highlights the grain contrast. | Translucent Stain |
| Dark Oak | A deeper, more mature brown for a distinguished look. | Translucent Stain |
| Mahogany | A reddish-brown finish that mimics exotic hardwoods. | Translucent Stain |
| Rosewood | A deep, dark red-brown with a luxurious feel. | Translucent Stain |
| Teak | A warm, golden-brown hue associated with tropical timber. | Translucent Stain |
| Walnut | A very dark, chocolate brown for a modern or heritage contrast. | Translucent Stain |
| Ebony / Black | A translucent black stain (RAL 9005 equivalent) that allows grain texture to show. | Translucent Stain |
Standard Opaque Colours (Solid Paint Finish)
A selection of popular solid colours that completely cover the timber grain for a uniform, modern appearance.
| Colour Name | RAL Reference | Description |
| Anthracite Grey | RAL 7016 | Dark, modern grey. Very popular for contemporary homes. |
| Jet Black | RAL 9005 | Deep, true black. |
| Traffic White | RAL 9016 | A bright, clean white. |
| Pure White | RAL 9010 | A softer, standard white. |
| Cream | RAL 9001 | A warm, buttery off-white. |
| Light Ivory | RAL 1015 | A classic heritage cream. |
| Slate Grey | RAL 7015 | A mid-to-dark grey with a slight blue undertone. |
| Window Grey | RAL 7040 | A mid-grey often used on window frames. |
| Agate Grey | RAL 7038 | A soft, light grey. |
| Pale Green | RAL 6021 | A calming, sage-like green. |
| Pigeon Blue | RAL 5014 | A muted, grey-blue tone. |
| Ruby Red | RAL 3003 | A deep, rich red. |
Bespoke Colour Matching
If you have a specific shade in mind, we can colour-match your garage door to coordinate perfectly with your front door, windows, or architectural features.
- RAL Classic & RAL Design charts
- British Standard (BS) colours
- Farrow & Ball paints
- Little Greene paints
Timber is a natural material with inherent variations in texture and absorption. Slight variations in colour and sheen may occur. We recommend requesting a physical timber sample for critical matches.
 Light Oak |
 Medium Oak |
 Golden Oak |
 Dark Oak |
 Mahogany |
 Rosewood |
 Teak |
 Ebony |
 Walnut |
Warranty & Care Instructions
Natural Timber Characteristics
Timber is an organic material that naturally acclimatises to its environment. As such, some variation in colour and grain is to be expected—this is a celebrated feature of Western Red Cedar, not a defect. Every effort is made to hand-match components during manufacture to harmonise the overall appearance.
Please be aware that timber substrates can naturally expand and contract with changes in humidity and temperature. This may result in the opening and closing of joints or minor curvature. Such movement is normal and will not affect the long-term performance or life of the door.
Finishing & Protection
Standard Basecoat : All timber doors are supplied with a dip immersion coat of Remmers Light Oak (ref: 006). This provides temporary protection for transit and installation only. If left exposed to rain or water splashes, water marks may occur. We strongly recommend applying a full specification of finishing coats immediately after installation using a Remmers Finishing coat system.
Factory Fully Finished Option: For the best long-term protection, we advise selecting the full factory finish. This multi-coat system provides up to a 5-year erosion period.
Note on Curing : If a factory-finished door is exposed to rain shortly after installation, light-coloured staining may appear. This is a normal part of the curing process and will disperse and disappear as the finish fully hardens (taking up to six months).
Colour Selection: Care should be taken when choosing dark colours for south-facing doors or locations in constant sunlight. Dark finishes can lead to excessive heat uptake, potentially causing abnormal distortion or moisture extraction from the timber.
Storage Prior to Installation
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If your door is not being installed immediately, it must be stored correctly to maintain its warranty:
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Store the door in an upright position, protected from weather and site contamination.
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Keep the polythene shrink-wrap protection intact until you are ready to apply coatings.
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Do not store the door in direct sunlight or expose it to water contamination.
Quality Check & Visual Inspection
A strict quality control check is carried out before supply, but we ask customers to perform their own visual inspection in natural daylight prior to installation.
To inspect your door correctly, stand 3 metres (10 feet) away to view the overall appearance. The door is considered acceptable if none of the following are readily visible from this distance:
Marks or distortion from manufacturing.
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Minor indentations, scuffs, or paint/stain blemishes.
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Vertical and lateral deflection up to 1" (25mm) on doors up to 8ft, and up to 2½" (60mm) on doors up to 16ft.
Any anomalies must be reported to The Garage Door Centre within 48 hours of receipt.
Warranty Limitations
As a specialist supplier, The Garage Door Centre facilitates the manufacturer's warranty. However, liability cannot be accepted for naturally occurring phenomena such as:
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Colour variations or fading.
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Natural movement (lateral or longitudinal).
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Splitting, shakes, or resin exudation.
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Water ingress/exit damage if maintenance instructions have not been followed.
For full warranty terms or advice on maintaining your cedar door, please contact our team at The Garage Door Centre.
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