What Is a Custom Roller Door? Options, Prices in Australia

What Is a Custom Roller Door? Options, Prices in Australia

What Is a Custom Roller Door? Options, Prices in Australia

A custom roller door is a made‑to‑measure garage door built to your exact opening, then configured for how you’ll use it. Instead of a fixed, off‑the‑shelf size, you choose the colour, profile, wind rating, manual lock or automation, and extras like insulation and seals. The curtain rolls around a compact drum to save space, suiting homes, sheds and light commercial sites.

In this guide we cover what makes a roller door “custom” in Australia, the main door types and when to choose each, Colorbond and Zincalume finishes, and how to measure correctly (opening, headroom, backspace). You’ll see automation and smart options, security and compliance essentials, weather and noise upgrades, typical 2025 prices and cost drivers, lead times, delivery and warranties, plus how to order online with DoorSupply—starting with the basics.

What makes a roller door “custom” in Australia

In Australia, a custom roller door is built to your site, not to a catalogue. The curtain is manufactured to your exact opening and wind region, in Australian‑made Colorbond or Zincalume steel, then configured for manual or automated use as required.

  • Made‑to‑measure: Width and height cut to your opening.
  • Wind rating: Standard, wind‑strong or wind‑locked.
  • Colours/finish: Bluescope Colorbond palette or Zincalume.
  • Operation & extras: Keyed lock; Merlin, ATA, RD Motor or Grifco openers; insulation and seals.

Types of custom roller doors and when to choose each

The right custom roller door depends on exposure to wind, daily usage, opening size and budget. In Australia, doors are purpose‑built for these conditions, from everyday suburban garages to exposed coastal sites and busy workshops. Use the quick guide below to match the door type to your site and expectations.

  • Standard residential: Best value for sheltered homes and sheds in normal wind regions with typical daily use.
  • Wind‑strong: Added strength for wider openings or sites with higher wind loads; sensible for coastal suburbs and open rural blocks.
  • Wind‑locked: Designed to stay in the guides under higher pressures; choose for very exposed locations or where engineers specify it.
  • Semi‑commercial: Heavier‑duty components for frequent cycling and tougher environments—ideal for workshops, strata car parks and farm sheds.

Materials, colours and finishes: Colorbond and Zincalume options

Your custom roller door’s material determines its look, longevity and price. DoorSupply doors are Australian‑made using Bluescope Colorbond and Zincalume steel. Choose Colorbond to match your roof, fascia and garage trim with Australia’s familiar palette; it’s the go‑to for street‑facing homes. Zincalume delivers a clean, metallic finish that suits sheds, rural builds and workshops where a practical, value‑forward look is preferred. Both options are built for local conditions and daily use.

  • Colorbond colours: Match popular Australian roof and gutter colours for seamless kerb appeal.
  • Zincalume finish: Smart, metallic look at sharp value for utilitarian applications.
  • Consistency: Factory‑finished steel for uniform colour and profile across the curtain.
  • Custom touches: Coordinate locks, seals and automation to suit your chosen finish.

Sizing and measuring: openings, headroom and backspace

Accurate measuring is what makes a DIY custom roller door fit first time. Measure the clear opening (structural width and height), then check there’s enough headroom above the lintel for the roll and enough backspace along the ceiling for the curtain and, if used, a motor. Ensure the floor is level and fixings are solid.

  • Opening width/height: Measure at three points; record and use the smallest.
  • Headroom: Unobstructed space above the opening; confirm it suits the door and opener.
  • Backspace: Ceiling clearance from the opening back; must accommodate drum, curtain and drive.
  • Sideroom/obstructions: Allow space for guides and brackets; note pipes, lights or cables.

When in doubt, share photos and measurements—your door is built to them.

Automation and smart features for custom roller doors

Automation turns your custom roller door into push‑button convenience. Pair the door with a compatible opener from Merlin, ATA, RD Motor or Grifco, sized for door weight and daily cycles. Add smart controls to monitor and operate from your phone, boost safety and remove ‘did I leave it open?’ doubt—features widely available across modern opener systems.

  • Smartphone control: Open/close, check status, receive alerts.
  • Safety sensors: Stop/reverse if an obstruction is detected.
  • Auto‑close timer: Close after a set period for security.
  • Access sharing: Grant temporary digital access when you’re away.

Security, wind ratings and compliance in Australia

Security and compliance begin with choosing the right custom roller door for your site and making sure it’s installed to suit local wind conditions. Australian‑made steel curtains (Colorbond or Zincalume) paired with the correct rating—standard, wind‑strong or wind‑locked—help the door resist pressure and remain in its guides. For everyday protection, manual doors use keyed locks, while automated systems add safety sensors, auto‑close and smart status alerts. Higher‑cycle, semi‑commercial builds are the sensible choice for workshops and strata car parks where durability and reliability are part of staying compliant and secure.

  • Match the wind rating: Use wind‑strong or wind‑locked doors for exposed sites so the curtain stays in the guides.
  • Fix to structure correctly: Solid anchoring of brackets and guides maintains performance and security.
  • Manual security: Choose a quality keyed lock for sheds and non‑automated doors.
  • Automated security: Pair with Merlin, ATA, RD Motor or Grifco openers; enable auto‑close and remote monitoring.
  • Maintain regularly: Check fasteners, guides and sensors; repair damage promptly to preserve compliance.

Weather sealing, insulation and noise reduction

A well‑specified custom roller door can be made tighter, quieter and more comfortable year‑round. Weather sealing reduces dust, draughts and rain blow‑in; insulation helps moderate temperature and dulls echo; and low‑noise components with correct setup keep daily operation smooth. If your garage is attached, used as a workshop, or faces coastal winds, these upgrades are small additions that make a big difference to comfort and longevity.

  • Perimeter sealing: Side brush seals and a header seal close the gaps around the curtain.
  • Bottom weather strip: A compressible sill seal helps shed water and even minor floor irregularities.
  • Insulated curtain/liners: Optional foam‑backing or liners reduce heat transfer and reverberation.
  • Quiet hardware and setup: Quality guides, correct spring tension and opener soft‑start/stop cut rattle and vibration.
  • Simple upkeep: Keep guides clean and seals supple with periodic checks and lubrication.

DIY installation vs professional fitting

For many homes, DIY is realistic: your door is made‑to‑measure and our PDF guides show each step. With two people, basic tools and careful measuring/tensioning, standard installs are achievable. Complex sites or wind‑rated builds favour professional fitting for safety and speed.

  • Opt for pro fitting: Wind‑locked/wind‑strong, oversized or semi‑commercial doors, tight headroom or uneven openings.
  • Automation: Fit openers per the manual and ensure a nearby power point.
  • Safety: Use PPE, support the curtain, and never loosen brackets under load.

Custom roller door prices in Australia (2025)

Because every custom roller door is made to size, pricing in 2025 is driven by the opening dimensions, wind rating, material/finish, manual lock versus automation, and any comfort upgrades. DoorSupply keeps costs sharp with Australian‑made doors and free door‑to‑door delivery to most main cities. You’ll receive a firm price once you provide exact measurements and options.

Think in tiers rather than a single number, then choose the spec that matches your site and usage.

  • Standard residential, manual: Best‑value choice for sheltered homes and sheds.
  • Add automation: Increases total by the opener and controls.
  • Wind‑strong, wind‑locked or semi‑commercial: Higher for heavier curtains, guides and brackets.
  • Insulation, weather seals and smart control: Modest extras that lift comfort and security.

What drives the cost of a custom roller door

What you pay comes down to the size, strength and convenience you specify. The biggest lever is the curtain area, followed by the wind rating and duty class. From there, your finish, opener package and comfort upgrades fine‑tune the budget, with location and install method rounding it out.

  • Opening size and weight: Larger/wider doors use more steel and heavier springs.
  • Wind rating and hardware: Wind‑strong or wind‑locked curtains and guides cost more than standard.
  • Duty class: Semi‑commercial builds carry heavier components for high cycles.
  • Finish selection: Bluescope Colorbond colours versus Zincalume will influence price.
  • Automation package: Merlin, ATA, RD Motor or Grifco openers and smart controls add to the door price.
  • Comfort upgrades: Insulation, perimeter brush/header seals and quieter hardware are modest add‑ons.
  • Delivery location: Free to most main cities; regional/remote freight may differ by area.
  • Installation choice: DIY saves labour; professional fitting adds install costs to the project total.

Lead times, delivery and warranties

Every DoorSupply custom roller door is made to size in Melbourne, so allow for manufacturing time before dispatch. We provide free door‑to‑door delivery to most main cities across Australia; regional or remote addresses may have longer transit times. Warranties cover the door, opener and accessories as supplied; correct installation and ongoing maintenance protect coverage.

  • Made‑to‑order lead times: Vary with size, colour and wind rating.
  • Retain proof of purchase: Keep manuals and receipts for any warranty claim.

How to order a custom roller door online with DoorSupply

Ordering a custom roller door online with DoorSupply is simple. Measure your opening and check headroom/backspace, then configure the door to match your site and use. Choose Australian‑made Colorbond or Zincalume, the wind rating, manual lock or automation, plus any comfort upgrades.

  • Enter measurements: Add site notes for our team.
  • Choose operation: Manual or Merlin/ATA/RD/Grifco automation.
  • Delivery and checkout: Provide delivery details, review inclusions, then pay; receive confirmation and install guides.

Key takeaways

Custom roller doors shine when they’re built to your site, wind conditions and daily use. With Australian‑made Colorbond or Zincalume steel, matched automation and simple upgrades like seals and insulation, you get security, convenience and comfort—delivered to most main cities, DIY or pro‑fitted. It all comes together simply.

  • Made to measure: Built to your opening and wind region.
  • Door type: Standard, wind‑strong, wind‑locked or semi‑commercial.
  • Finish: Bluescope Colorbond colours or practical Zincalume.
  • Automation: Merlin, ATA, RD Motor or Grifco with safety sensors.
  • Comfort upgrades: Seals, insulation and quiet hardware reduce dust and noise.
  • Cost and logistics: Size/spec drive price; Melbourne‑made; city delivery; warranties.

Ready to size and order online? Start at DoorSupply.