🍁 Goodbye drafts – how to make your garage, workshop & cellar energy-efficiently sealed
Practical solutions against cold, wind, rain, and "uninvited guests" – with suitable gap and door seals, smart home automation, and wireless comfort.
Why act now? (Autumn/Winter Logic)
The colder it is outside, the stronger the draft is at the bottom edges, side joints, and door gaps. Every leak is a small "open window." Seals seal instantly – without remodeling, without drilling (magnetic), and measurable in the room climate.
60-second quick check: Where drafts come from
- Garage door: Is the bottom edge cold? Can you feel a draft from the side? → Check the bottom/side seal.
- Side door: Is there a gap visible at the bottom? → Door gap seal.
- Basement/workshop: Odor/dust/rodents? → Waterproofing + protective panels.
Winterizing your garage – garage door & side door
“Stop drafts in the garage” & “Sealing the garage door below”
The bottom edge and sides of the garage door are the biggest leak points. Magnetic gap seals can be cut to size and reliably seal the gap – even against rain and wind.
Gap seals for sectional doors Bottom edge of sides can be shortened
“Sealing the door gap against cold” – Side door to the garage
For steel doors, direct magnetic connection; for wood/plastic/aluminum doors, use an adapter strip as a base. Result: noticeably less cold air in the living area.
Door gap seals magnetically shortenable with rodent protection edge
Workshop & cellar: cold, damp, stop rodents
“Rodent sealing basement”
Mice and rats love low door edges. Seals with rodent protection edges and side protection panels make them unattractive – and reduce odor and dust ingress.
“Waterproofing against rain & wind”
In strong winds or in freestanding locations, a wider seal at the bottom edge is recommended; profiles on the sides protect the joint. For non-magnetic frames, use adapter tape.
Products & variants – the quick selection
Garage door gap seals
- Bottom edge seals 4–55 mm (typ.)
- Side sets for drafts & dust
- Can be shortened, easy to install
Door gap seals
- Magnetic (steel), with adapter band also wood/aluminium/plastic
- Rodent protection edge available
- 1.0 / 1.5 / 2.5 m – shorten on site
Radio & ease of use
- External radio receivers/buttons
- Hand-held transmitter – winter comfort from the car
Mini-Matrix: Which part for which case?
| problem | Area | Recommended solution | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop drafts in the garage | Garage door bottom edge | Gap sealing (wide profile, can be shortened) | Gate seals |
| winterize your garage | Gate bottom edge + sides | Combination set bottom edge + side profiles | Sectional door |
| Seal door gap against cold | side door | Door gap seal, for wood/aluminium with adapter tape | Door seals |
| rodent sealing basement | Cellar door/side entrance | Door seal with rodent protection edge + side protection panels | Door seals |
| waterproofing against rain & wind | Gate/door facing the wind | Wider profile, clean lateral guidance | Gate seals |
Measurement & installation: done in 10 minutes
Measurement (gate/door)
- Length: measure the clear width at the bottom edge.
- Gap: check the largest dimension at several points (typically 4–55 mm can be covered).
- Surface: magnetic (steel) → direct; wood/aluminum/plastic → use adapter tape.
Assembly (short)
- Clean surfaces, dry/grease-free.
- Cut profile to length, deburr edges.
- Apply magnetically, press evenly, test run.
Tip: Side protection plates increase the service life in logistics/on trolleys.
Smart Home: close automatically at temperature/times
Convenience beats habit – and saves energy. Smart home controls let you create rules, such as: "If the temperature is < 5°C, the door closes automatically after 10 minutes" or "Check and close the door after 10:00 PM."
Smart home for the garage door | Radio receiver/button | Handheld transmitter
FAQ
Does the door seal fit wood/plastic/aluminum?
Yes – with an adapter band as a magnetic base. Cut to length, press on, and check for a tight seal.
Help against mice & insects?
Seals with rodent protection edges and clean side guides. Clean regularly and keep gaps small.
How much energy do I save?
It depends on the gap, wind exposure, and usage. The difference is immediately noticeable in the indoor climate; the investment often pays for itself within one heating season.
Do I have to drill?
No. Magnetic mounting – use adapter tape for non-magnetic frames.
