Here are some logistics to consider when determining how to maximize the door size and placement for your pole building.
Normal pole barn doors.
At pole barns direct we feature superior quality chi overhead garage doors available in insulated and non insulated versions.
Stellar recommends a minimum of 14 x 14 for the door and a barn at least 40 x 60 x 16 for just trailer storage.
Both door lines are available in a variety of sizes and colors.
If your pole barn door is for securing animals a sliding door may also be best but you will probably want to insulate it to keep heat in during cold weather.
Commercial doors are also available.
Sliding doors are available in many sizes and can be solid or split into two sections.
If you want to store tractor and trailer go with a 40 x 80 x 16 pole barn.
A few options are pictured below but we will be happy to price any overhead door or option available in the chi line.
For overhead garage doors a general rule of thumb is to maintain a minimum of 2 feet between doors as well as from any building corner.
There s very few limits on pole barn sizes when it comes to intended use.
When a big door isn t big enough you may need to start looking at hydraulic doors as the best option for your pole barn.
For example using this rule you could place three 12 foot wide doors on a 44 foot wall.
If your pole barn door is for a warehouse where you are storing machinery with no special temperature concerns a simple sliding pole barn door will probably be sufficient.