The CHI recessed panel series nods to classic wood carriage doors with a crisp, inset look crafted from durable steel. Pair it with divided-lite windows for a refined Craftsman or traditional façade.
Architectural touches
- Recessed Panel Flush, Long, Combo, and Short styles to suit your home’s proportions
- Recessed Long, Short, and Combo window inserts with Frosted, Obscure, Plain, Seeded, Tinted, or Rain glass
- Current CHI steel color options are White, Almond, and Sandstone; any special finish or powder-coat request should be confirmed by Barton with CHI before quoting
Models and construction
- CHI models 2291, 2294, 2296, and 2298
- 2-inch sections with two-sided steel construction
- Heavy-duty 25 Ga. steel skins with polystyrene insulation
- R-7.94 thermal performance for quieter, more efficient operation
Reliable operation
- Insulated steel construction available for quieter, more efficient performance
- Heavy-duty steel panels for weather resistance, dent resistance, and low maintenance
Four panel layouts, one door
CHI describes the recessed panel as the look of traditional wood frame-and-panel construction, shaped from steel and embossed with a natural woodgrain. The same 2-inch, 2-sided steel door comes in four layouts, each with its own model number:
- Flush Panel: 2291
- Long Panel: 2294
- Combo Panel: 2296
- Short Panel: 2298
CHI’s window designs follow the same layouts (Flush/Long, Combo, and Short), with Stockton or Madison inserts or a plain window with no insert.
Windows and section height
CHI’s brochure notes that windows are not available in 18-inch-high sections. Whether a row of windows works on your door depends on its height and section layout, which we check at the measure before you pick a window design.
Finish and warranty
- Standard steel colors: White, Almond, and Sandstone
- CHI’s brochure lists 188 powder-coat colors and an appearance package that powder-coats all hardware, including struts and track; we confirm any powder-coat request with CHI before quoting
- Warranty: limited lifetime on sections, 3 years on springs, and 6 years on hardware
Barton Door expertise
We confirm jamb condition, header clearance, and opener settings before installation. After the door is up, our technicians can schedule maintenance visits to keep balance, rollers, and seals performing for years.
Comparing traditional styles? See CHI Raised Panel, which we have installed in Ripon and Turlock, or the more modern CHI Skyline Flush. You can also try each panel layout on a picture of your house with CHI’s DoorVisions tool. If the old door has a broken spring or will not close, call us for residential garage door repair first.
Common questions
What is the difference between Flush, Long, Combo, and Short recessed panels?
Only the panel pattern. All four are the same 2-inch, 2-sided steel door; Flush is model 2291, Long 2294, Combo 2296, and Short 2298. Pick the layout that matches your home's proportions and the windows follow it.
Can I add windows to any recessed panel door?
Not in every section height. CHI's brochure notes that windows are not available in 18-inch-high sections, so the window plan depends on your door's height and section layout. We check that at the measure.
What colors does the CHI recessed panel door come in?
White, Almond, and Sandstone are the standard steel colors. CHI's brochure also lists 188 powder-coat colors; we confirm any powder-coat request with CHI before quoting.
What warranty does CHI offer on recessed panel doors?
A limited lifetime warranty on sections, 3 years on springs, and 6 years on hardware.
Does a recessed panel door suit a Craftsman home?
It is a good match. The inset panels read like wood frame-and-panel construction, and Stockton or Madison window inserts add the divided-lite look many Craftsman and traditional homes have.
Next step
Plan service and installation
Review related service pages and connect with a nearby showroom to finalize scope, measurements, and scheduling.
