Very helpful, and I had similar ideas although using engineered 2x material
sounds good.
I would aim for lighter also. Using cement board will increase weight
although it is very durable.
Also one can get 1.5 " foam insulation.
I may hold the doors together with threaded rod.
On my web page I made "Huge Doors" and I mean quite large......
They held up very well.
So, with the video, and more thoughts, I am still in the process of
developing a strategy that will work.
Thank You.
John

"dpb" wrote in message ...

On 7/4/2014 12:00 PM, jloomis wrote:
I have a client wishing me to build 2 garage doors....

http://www.finehomebuilding.com/item/22199/project-house-weekly-wrap-episode-4-a-unique-way-to-build-carriage-house-style-garage-doors

http://www.finehomebuilding.com/design/articles/dress-up-a-garage-with-insulated-carriage-doors.aspx

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