Overview
Barron Equipment carries Action Industries bead-end vinyl bottom weather seals for residential and commercial overhead garage doors. Manufactured from a durable grey vinyl compound, this seal features a U-shaped profile with 0.20-inch bead ends that slide securely into compatible bead-style bottom retainers. The flexible construction compresses against the garage floor when the door is closed, helping reduce air infiltration, moisture, dust, debris, and pest entry at the bottom of the door opening.
This versatile bottom seal works as a direct replacement for worn vinyl or rubber weather seals on steel and wood garage doors, including Wayne Dalton models with bead-end retainer channels. It can also be paired with a garage door threshold seal for enhanced floor-level protection in applications where water infiltration or draft control is a priority.
Available Widths and Packaging
This bead-end bottom seal is offered in four widths to match existing retainer setups and floor gap conditions. The 1-1/4-inch option is a narrow-profile seal suited for doors with minimal clearance. The 3-inch and 4-inch widths cover the most common residential and commercial applications. The 6-inch width provides the widest coverage for doors with larger gaps or uneven floor surfaces.
Most widths are available by the foot for single-door projects or in 200-foot reels for dealers and installers managing multiple doors. The 6-inch width is available in a 100-foot reel instead of 200 feet. By-the-foot orders ship as one continuous piece for cleaner installation with fewer seams. The V4564-BL-W option is available in black for the 4-inch width.
Retainer Compatibility
This seal is designed for bead-end style bottom retainers where two round beads on the edges of the seal slide into matching grooves in the retainer channel. Bead-end retainers are different from T-style retainers, so it is important to verify the retainer type on your door before ordering. If you look at the ends of the old seal and see round bead edges rather than T-shaped tabs, a bead-end replacement is the correct match.
This seal is compatible with many common bead-end bottom seal retainers, including those found on Wayne Dalton residential and commercial garage doors such as the 8000 and 9000 series. If the existing retainer is damaged or you are unsure of the profile type, contact Barron Equipment with a photo or measurement and we can confirm the correct seal before you order.
Installation
Open the garage door to a comfortable working height and disconnect the opener. Pull the old seal out from one end of the bead-end retainer. Clean the retainer channel to remove dirt, debris, and corrosion before installing the new seal. Slide the bead edges of the replacement seal into both grooves of the retainer from one end, working across the full width of the door. A small amount of dish soap can be used as lubrication if the seal is difficult to feed through. Center the seal evenly and trim any excess material from each end. Close the door and confirm that the seal makes consistent contact with the floor across the entire opening.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | Durable vinyl compound |
| Seal Profile | U-shaped with 0.20-inch bead ends |
| Color | Grey (Black available in 4-inch width) |
| Available Widths | 1-1/4 inch, 3 inch, 4 inch, 6 inch |
| Sold As | By the foot or in reels (200 ft for 3″ and 4″; 100 ft for 6″) |
| Door Compatibility | Residential and commercial overhead doors, steel and wood |
| Retainer Compatibility | Bead-end style bottom seal retainers |
| Country of Manufacture | Made in the USA |
| Manufacturer | Action Industries |
Part Numbers
| Part Number | Width | Color | Package |
|---|---|---|---|
| V3563-00-W | 3 inch | Grey | By the Foot |
| V3563-00-W-200 | 3 inch | Grey | 200 ft Reel |
| V3564-00-W | 4 inch | Grey | By the Foot |
| V3564-00-W-200 | 4 inch | Grey | 200 ft Reel |
| V4564-BL-W | 4 inch | Black | By the Foot |
| V4564-BL-W-200 | 4 inch | Black | 200 ft Reel |
| V3566-00-W | 6 inch | Grey | By the Foot |
| V3566-00-W-100 | 6 inch | Grey | 100 ft Reel |
Selection Assistance
Start by identifying the retainer type on the bottom of your garage door. If the existing retainer uses round bead-shaped grooves rather than T-shaped slots, a bead-end seal is the correct replacement. If you are not sure, look at the ends of the old seal — round beads on each edge confirm a bead-end profile.
For width selection, measure the old seal laid flat. The 3-inch and 4-inch widths are the most commonly used sizes for standard residential doors with flat, even floors. The 6-inch width provides more coverage for doors with larger gaps or uneven concrete. The 4-inch width is also available in black for applications where a darker seal color is preferred.
For single-door service calls, ordering by the foot is the most practical option. Measure the door width, add a few inches for trimming, and enter the total footage as your quantity. For dealers, installers, and multi-door facilities, the reel format reduces per-foot cost and keeps material on hand for future jobs.
If you need help confirming whether your door uses a bead-end or T-style retainer, contact Barron Equipment with a photo of the bottom of the door and we will point you to the correct seal.