Australian-made garage door insulation panels designed to fit new and existing sectional and tilt garage doors across Hobart & Tasmania.
SUNNY 28°C AUTUMN AFTERNOON
44.7°C uninsulated | 30.8°C with ThermaDoor installed
13.9°C COOLER DOOR SURFACE
Independently verified installed-assembly R-values: R1.43 winter / R1.39 summer — backed by an engineering report.
Est. 2012
Australia's Original System
Verified R-Values
R1.43 Winter / R1.39 Summer
Australian Made
Licence 7177
Lightweight
About 7kg - Double Door
Composite Technology
Purpose Built for Garage Doors
15 Year Warranty
Complete ThermaDoor Panel System
Designed for sectional and tilt garage doors in new builds, renovations and existing homes.
Include garage door insulation in a new build or renovation to support a more comfortable, energy-conscious home.
Purpose-made panels are sized and fitted to work with the movement and operation of sectional and tilt garage doors.
Choose a DIY garage door insulation kit or arrange professional supply and installation through our Hobart and Tasmania authorised distributor network.
Garage door insulation is a practical upgrade for Hobart and Tasmanian homes. Cool winter days, frosty mornings and cold overnight temperatures can make a steel garage door a major pathway for heat loss, while sun-exposed doors can still build up heat in summer. ThermaDoor provides a purpose-made thermal barrier to new and existing sectional and tilt garage doors, supporting a more stable, comfortable and usable garage throughout the year.
Want to insulate your Hobart or Tasmania garage door? You have two options — insulate your own garage with our DIY kit, or arrange supply and installation through an authorised Hobart and Tasmania distributor.
DO IT YOURSELF
ThermaDoor DIY kits ship direct to your door anywhere in Tasmania, including Launceston, Hobart, Devonport, Burnie, the Huon Valley and beyond. Each kit is purpose-built for sectional and tilt doors and comes with everything you need to complete the job yourself in a few hours. No trades required.
Not sure if garage door insulation is right for you? Read why garage door insulation is worth it in Australia.
The prices below are a guide only. For your exact price including freight to your door, grab a tape measure and use our shop — it takes two minutes, no account needed, and you’ll know exactly what you’re up for before you commit to a thing.
| Door Size | Panels | Price (from) |
|---|---|---|
| Single Door | 8 panels | From $330 |
| Single Door (Large) | 10 panels | From $380 |
| Double Door | 16 panels | From $660 |
| Double Door (Large) | 20 panels | From $760 |
* Prices include GST. Freight not included — calculated at checkout based on your postcode. No obligation to buy.
Most DIYers grab a tape measure and have their exact price in just a couple of minutes
Not ready to measure up just yet? Fill in our enquiry form — allow a few days during busy periods.
WE DO IT FOR YOU
ThermaDoor is supplied and installed by authorised distributors across Hobart & Tasmania. Find your nearest distributor below.
Hobart surrounds & all of Tasmania
On the Mark Garage Doors
Looking for other areas? See our list of professional distributors Australia wide.
35mm EPS core provides the primary thermal resistance in the ThermaDoor composite panel.
Flame-retardant, construction-grade expanded polystyrene foam is the primary insulator in every ThermaDoor panel. It slows conducted heat transfer through the door, keeping your garage significantly cooler in summer and warmer in winter. As the primary insulator in the composite system, it works with the laminated Sisalation foil backing and engineered air cavity to deliver the verified installed-assembly R-value.
Laminated Sisalation foil reflects radiant heat across ThermaDoor’s engineered internal air cavity.
Laminated to the rear of each panel, construction-grade Sisalation foil forms the reflective layer in the ThermaDoor composite system. Its low-emissivity surface works across the engineered internal air cavity, maintained by purpose-made foam packers. The foil also functions as a Class 2 vapour barrier and achieves Group 1 fire performance classification — it’s the same foil used to wrap Australian homes.
UV-stable laminated vinyl facing helps protect the EPS core and lamination bond, maintaining a clean, durable interior finish.
The composite system only performs if the materials stay intact. This durable, flame retardant, vinyl facing protects the EPS core and lamination bond from Australia’s harsh climate, resisting fading, cracking and weathering year after year. The result is a clean, professional finish that holds its appearance and structural integrity for the life of the door.
For more information read our blog: Not All Garage Door Insulation Is Equal – Here Is What Composite Technology Does That Others Cannot
MELBOURNE BUILDER CASE STUDY
47.6°C
UNINSULATED PANEL SURFACE TEMPERATURE
17.4°C
THERMADOOR PANEL SURFACE TEMPERATURE
30.0°C
SURFACE TEMP REDUCTION
Tasmania’s cold winters can turn an uninsulated steel garage door into a major source of heat loss.
ThermaDoor garage door insulation adds a purpose-built thermal barrier to the inside of your garage door. Its 35mm EPS core, reflective foil backing and engineered air cavity work together to slow heat loss through the door, helping keep your garage more comfortable on frosty mornings and through Tasmania’s coldest months.
Hobart and Tasmania's cool, wet weather can leave an uninsulated steel garage door cold to the touch and the garage uncomfortable to use.
Hobart’s warm days, cool nights and damp conditions can expose an uninsulated steel garage door to rapid temperature changes and moisture-related discomfort.
Independently calculated assembly R-values for energy assessment review
ThermaDoor provides independently calculated garage door assembly R-values and supporting documentation for builders, homeowners and energy assessors to review within the full building design. Where a garage is attached to, below or beside living areas, its door may be relevant to comfort and heat transfer. NatHERS, BASIX, BESS and other rating outcomes depend on the complete building design and assessment method.
Read more about why winter is one of the strongest arguments for garage door insulation →
With a stable, comfortable temperature year-round, Sydney’s homeowners are reclaiming their garages as usable living spaces.
Here is how ThermaDoor changes what you can do with your garage.
Train comfortably year-round — no more sweltering summers or chilly winters.
Quieter, more stable temperatures for better focus and lower energy bills.
A retreat that stays cool in summer and warm in winter for real downtime.
Consistent conditions that protect materials and make projects more enjoyable.
A safer, more comfortable space for children’s play – fewer drafts and hot/cold spots.
A calmer climate for pets, reducing heat stress in summer and chills in winter.
Our article on thermal bridging and garage doors explains why tested assembly values matter.
Real results for real Tasmanian homeowners
I had my west facing garage door insulated and sealing brushes added to stop dust, some of the best money I have ever spent on a house improvement. Great service, efficient and reasonably priced. I would recommend in a flash.
We’re super impressed with our newly-installed Thermadoor insulation, it works a treat on our north-facing garage door and looks very sharp. Top marks for customer service and Caleb’s very neat and tidy job on the install. Highly recommend this outfit
This is a great product and service. Installed them myself and they work amazingly well. Great price compared to other companies who quoted me and Peter was super helpful in getting the sizing just right. Thoroughly recommend this product and company.
Peter Harding shares his experience with ThermaDoor garage door insulation after having it installed three times over 12 years.
ThermaDoor DIY kits deliver to any address in Tasmania. Professional installation is available through our authorised distributor network across the state. Whether you are in Hobart’s suburbs, on the Huon Valley, the Tamar Valley, or in regional Tasmania, ThermaDoor is available to you.
Sandy Bay, Battery Point, Glenorchy, Moonah, Rosny Park, Clarence, Howrah, Lindisfarne, Kingston, Huonville, Margate, Snug, Sorell, Richmond, Rokeby, Midway Point, New Norfolk, Bridgewater, Claremont, Austins Ferry
Launceston, Devonport, Burnie, Ulverstone, Penguin, Wynyard, Smithton, Queenstown, Strahan, Swansea, Bicheno, St Helens, Scottsdale, George Town, Deloraine, Longford, Campbell Town, Oatlands, Triabunna, Dover
DIY kits ship to all Tasmanian postcodes.
Use the calculator below to estimate the possible payback and long-term value of insulating a suitable Hobart and Tasmania garage door with ThermaDoor.
These estimates apply to ThermaDoor only and cannot be assumed for other products used as garage door insulation.
Your climate affects how much thermal load your garage door creates and how much insulation can help.
Larger doors have more surface area, so insulation has a greater impact on thermal load.
These factors determine how much the garage door's thermal performance affects your living spaces and energy use.
Your electricity rate
Your results are ready
Based on your inputs
Thermal performance — before & after
Without ThermaDoor
R0.0
Uninsulated steel door
No thermal resistance
ThermaDoor
R1.43
Winter assembly R-value
R1.39 summer
AS/NZS 4859.1 & 4859.2:2018
What ThermaDoor does for your door
Estimated annual energy saving
$250 – $450
Typical estimate · per year
Kit cost (DIY)
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Typical payback
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10-yr return
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Calculated for ThermaDoor only — Australia's original purpose-made, independently tested garage door insulation
Conservative
$120 – $250
per year
Typical
$250 – $450
per year
High Usage
$450 – $700+
per year
Return on investment — based on your DIY kit price
| Scenario | Annual saving | Payback | 10-yr saving |
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Kit from $330 inc. GST. Freight additional — calculated at checkout.
Your inputs
Yes — ThermaDoor DIY kits ship directly to any address in Tasmania, including Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie, and regional areas. Freight is calculated at checkout based on your postcode.
Absolutely. Tasmania has some of the most extreme temperature swings in Australia — hot, dry summers and genuinely cold winters with Antarctic air pushing up from the south. An uninsulated garage door acts like a giant heat sink in summer and a cold radiator in winter. ThermaDoor’s EPS panels significantly reduce that thermal transfer, making your garage more comfortable and reducing the load on any heating or cooling in adjacent rooms.
Yes. The ThermaDoor DIY kit is designed to be installed by a homeowner with basic tools in a few hours. No trades are required. Full instructions are included, and our support team is available if you need guidance during installation.
ThermaDoor is supplied and installed by authorised distributors across Tasmania. In Hobart, Independent Roller Doors and On The Mark Garage Doors are our certified installers. Contact them directly or use our contact form and we will connect you with the right installer for your area.
Yes. ThermaDoor is purpose-designed for both sectional (panel-lift) garage doors and tilt doors, which are common in older Tasmanian homes. If you are unsure which door type you have, contact us and we can help you identify the right kit.
ThermaDoor’s laminated vinyl finish is water resistant and does not absorb moisture — unlike polyester batts or open-cell foam products that can deteriorate in Tasmania’s high-rainfall, high-humidity conditions. The panels will not sag, rot, or harbour mould over time.
Yes — particularly in homes where the garage is attached or shares a wall with a living area, which is very common in Hobart and Launceston. Customers consistently report that insulating the garage door reduces the temperature bleed into adjacent rooms, lowers heating and cooling costs, and makes the garage itself usable year-round rather than just in mild weather.
Need more details? See our full Garage Door Insulation FAQs for compliance, R-values and warranty.
BEFORE YOU BUY
Most garage door insulation is marketed using terminology borrowed from walls and ceilings — R-values from raw materials, fixing methods designed for static walls, and compliance claims with no documentation behind them. This free checklist gives you six clear questions to ask before you buy, so you can compare any product — including ours — on the factors that actually matter.
Below is our step by step video guide on how to insulate your garage door with ThermaDoor Garage Door Insulation – Australia’s ONLY PURPOSE MADE garage door insulation!
Get exact DIY pricing online or find professional installation near you.
DIY kits ship Australia-wide · Professional installation available through authorised distributors
The prices below are a guide only. For your exact price including freight to your door, grab a tape measure and use our shop — it takes two minutes, no account needed, and you’ll know exactly what you’re up for before you commit to a thing.
| Door Size | Panels | Price (from) |
|---|---|---|
| Single Door | 8 panels | From $330 |
| Single Door (Large) | 10 panels | From $380 |
| Double Door | 16 panels | From $660 |
| Double Door (Large) | 20 panels | From $760 |
* Prices include GST. Freight not included — calculated at checkout based on your postcode. No obligation to buy.
Most DIYers grab a tape measure and have their exact price in just a couple of minutes
Not ready to measure up just yet? Fill in our enquiry form — allow a few days during busy periods.
Call or send an enquiry below to see if we have an installer in your area.
