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Barn doors are not just for barns anymore. From the countryside barns, these wide sliding doors have entered the house to become popular interior décor pieces. From cozy bedrooms to rustic home offices and perfect room dividers, barn-style doors are all the rage for homeowners.
Why Sliding Barn Doors?
Barn doors come with both functional and aesthetic benefits. Functionally, they are big space savers. The traditional swinging door typically needs 9 feet or more of space to function properly. While this may not be an issue for large houses, more space-starved homes will find it more than a little problematic. They need all the space they can get for furniture, appliances and movement. Nine feet is a lot of space to leave to the door. French doors, as beautiful as they are, are even bigger space gobblers.
BATHROOM PRIVACY
This design by Stumpff HomeWorks, LLC showcases a traditional sliding barn door with a natural wood finish, adding a rustic touch to this modern farmhouse bedroom. The sleek metal hardware and simple design complement the minimalist decor.
RECLAIMED
In this design by Reclaimed Lumber Products, a white sliding barn door with frosted glass panels adds privacy to this elegant bathroom. The clean lines and neutral color palette create a calming and sophisticated atmosphere.
FARMHOUSE HALL
This design by AppWood Custom Woodwork showcases a unique sliding barn door made of reclaimed wood and metal pipes, adding an industrial touch to this modern home office. The bold graphic print on the wall adds visual interest and complements the rustic texture of the door.
MODERN FARM STYLE
In this design by AV Architects + Builders, a sliding barn door with a distressed wood finish adds warmth and texture to this cozy living room. The traditional hardware and neutral color palette create a timeless and inviting atmosphere.
BARN DOOR SHUTTERS
This design by Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions Charlotte features a sleek and modern sliding barn door with a glossy black finish, adding a touch of sophistication to this contemporary bedroom. The minimal hardware and clean lines complement the minimalist decor.
MODERN AESTHETIC
In this design by Krownlab, a sliding barn door with a natural wood finish adds warmth and texture to this rustic chic bedroom. The traditional hardware and exposed brick wall create a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
GLASS BREEZEWAY
This design by Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects showcases a bold and colorful sliding barn door with a geometric pattern, adding a playful touch to this eclectic living room. The bright hues and unique design create a fun and lively atmosphere.
PHENOMENAL PANTRY
In this design by Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions Charlotte, a sliding barn door with a weathered wood finish adds a rustic touch to this cozy cabin bedroom. The traditional hardware and neutral color palette create a timeless and inviting atmosphere.
UNFUSSY BARN DOOR
This design by Cornerstone Construction Newport, RI features a sleek and modern sliding barn door with a glossy white finish, adding a touch of sophistication to this contemporary home office. The minimal hardware and clean lines complement the minimalist decor.
TRANSITIONAL DINING
In this design by Nest Designs LLC, a sliding barn door with a distressed wood finish adds warmth and texture to this cozy farmhouse living room. The traditional hardware and neutral color palette create a timeless and inviting atmosphere.
In a small space where every single inch counts, sliding barn doors come in handy. A well installed sliding barn door offers great space economy for whatever room you use it in. Of course, you need to have enough adjacent wall space for the barn door to slide over when it is opened. But this is often preferable to similarly space-saving pocket doors that require much more work to install or remove.
A small disadvantage with sliding barn doors is that they may not close as quietly as traditional doors. But a good contractor should be able to install it in such a way that noise is reduced to a minimum.
BRIGHT RED
This design by Prime 1 Builders showcases a unique sliding barn door made of metal and glass, adding an industrial touch to this modern living room. The clean lines and neutral color palette create a sleek and sophisticated atmosphere.
EXTERIOR BARN DOOR
In this design by Real Carriage Door Company, a sliding barn door with a natural wood finish adds warmth and texture to this rustic chic dining room. The traditional hardware and exposed brick wall create a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
PRETTY DOUBLE DOOR
This design by Goforth Gill Architects features a sleek and modern sliding barn door with a glossy black finish, adding a touch of sophistication to this contemporary bathroom. The minimal hardware and clean lines complement the minimalist decor.
BIG BARN DOOR
In this design by Gristmill Builders, LTD, a sliding barn door with a weathered wood finish adds a rustic touch to this cozy farmhouse bedroom. The traditional hardware and neutral color palette create a timeless and inviting atmosphere.
Other Sliding Barn Door Advantages
Another advantage of sliding barn doors is their support system. Sliding barn doors use a track for movement. The entire weight of the door is therefore distributed along the length of the track. This allows for the installation of heavier-than-usual doors without affecting stability of ease of movement. For places that need more security but are limited in space, a heavy sliding barn door would work just fine.
There is also, of course, the aesthetics side of the sliding barn door craze. Some sliding barn doors have this rustic outdoorsy feel that creates a stunning contrast when indoors. This contrast is especially enhanced if the door is styled in a worn, rustic design that makes it seem like it was taken right from the barn outside and installed inside.
INDUSTRIAL CHIC
This design by Emerick Architects showcases a bold and colorful sliding barn door with a painted geometric pattern, adding a playful touch to this eclectic home office. The bright hues and unique design create a fun and lively atmosphere.
RECLAIMED BARN DOOR
In this design by Refined Custom Homes, a sliding barn door with a natural wood finish and vintage hardware adds a rustic touch to this cozy cottage bedroom. The exposed beams and warm textiles create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
GRAND MEDITERRANEAN
This design by Real Sliding Hardware features a sleek and modern sliding barn door with a glossy white finish, adding a touch of sophistication to this contemporary kitchen. The minimal hardware and clean lines complement the minimalist decor.
RED DOUBLE DOOR
In this design by Our Town Plans, a sliding barn door with a distressed wood finish adds warmth and texture to this cozy farmhouse kitchen. The traditional hardware and neutral color palette create a timeless and inviting atmosphere.
The result is a surprisingly warm feeling ideal for any home renovation project. You can use it in your garage, bedroom, home office and bathroom. For a more modern look, you can give the barn door a polished look matching the walls. There are several sliding barn door bathroom and bedroom images below to give you some inspiration.
BLACK BARN DOOR
In this design by Signature Homes, a sleek and modern sliding barn door with a glossy black finish adds a touch of sophistication to this contemporary living room. The minimal hardware and clean lines complement the minimalist decor.
BUNK BED HIDE-A-AWAY
This design by Significant Homes LLC showcases a rustic sliding barn door with a distressed wood finish and iron hardware, adding warmth and texture to this cozy cabin bedroom. The exposed brick wall and vintage accents create a charming and inviting atmosphere.
OFFICE OASIS
In this design by P2 Design, a sliding barn door with a natural wood finish and frosted glass panels add privacy to this elegant home office. The sleek hardware and clean lines create a modern and sophisticated atmosphere.
RUSTIC BUNK
This design by Dawn Hearn Interior Design features a unique sliding barn door made of metal and wood, adding an industrial touch to this modern farmhouse living room. The vintage accents and textured walls create a rustic and inviting atmosphere.
LUXURIOUS BATH
Alan Mascord Design Associates, Inc.
Beautiful rustic doors that lead into a luxurious bathroom space while adding privacy to closet and laundry areas.
GUEST LAUNDRY
Adams + Beasley Associates
Use the space that you have! Clever use of doors to conserve hallway space for a great guest laundry area.
SLEEPING NICHE
Weber + Studio Architects
Clever way to enclose a sleeping niche. Kids would love this or maybe Mom can hide in here and read a book.
DOUBLE CRISSCROSS
Dillon Kyle Architects
Love the color and the crisscross detail. Adds just a little drama to the entry of this space.
CRISSCROSS DOOR
Dillon Kyle Architects
Great use of gray color and the crisscross design definitely adds beautiful detail. Classy and warm.
BLUE BARN DOOR
BAC Design Group
A nice pop of color–pretty shade of blue. Black and/or dark hardware is always a nice touch to ground other design elements and colors.
FRESH & MODERN
Rodriguez Studio Architecture PC
This door is perfect for this loft space, fresh and modern. I love all the small windows; it adds more interest to the door. The color is so rich and warm.
STURDY BARN DOOR
Ridge Creek Custom Homes
This door looks clean, classic, and sturdy. Smart choice for this space.
THREE PANEL PANTRY
Dwellings Design Group Costa Mesa CA
Love the three panel style and the Rustica Hardware.
WHITE BARN DOOR
Nick Noyes Architecture
I love this barn door because it gives a fresh open vibe to the room. The light gray metallic barn door hardware is very unique and goes well with the white door and wall paint color.
DRIFTWOOD ELEGANCE
Kate Benjamin Photography LLC
The beautiful driftwood gray color of this door is elegant. Pretty handle too!
CLASSIC BARN DOOR
Reclaimed Lumber Products
This door just exudes warmth. Seems so classic. This is what I would expect to find in a home in the south.
PEEK-A-BOO
Justin Pauly Architechts
This is such a unique door with tons of detail. So smart how they created a separate area for the light to come in or to look out outside.
DOUBLE SLIDING BARN
Envi Interior Design Studio
Clean, warm, contemporary and I like that it conceals or reveals a bar area. Always a big fan of the smaller doors.
DOUBLE MASTER BATH
Jenny Baines Design for Living
Installing barn doors as privacy doors to a master bath is a great way to add some architectural detail to an otherwise blank walk. What a simple & clean look.
SMART HALLWAY SPACE
Murphy & Co Distinctive Residential Design
What a great smart way to utilize hallway space for much needed storage. Notice the handle on the end.
ECLECTIC TEXTURE
Spinnaker Development
Love the texture of these doors and how they compliment the sleekness of the other walls.
SHIP LAP SURPRISE
Advanced Renovations, Inc.
It’s so clever how the ship lap matches the wall and I also like where they located the door to disguise the hidden room and/or pantry area.
RUSTIC AND MODERN
Siemaski + Verbridge
Rustic and modern at the same time. Smart way to partition off an office.
FANTASTIC FARMHOUSE
Artistic Designs for Living
Love the contrast of white and dark features. What a fantastic farmhouse door.
BIG WHITE
Fautt Homes
Traditional, timeless and clean. I always love white–it brightens up the space.
GORGEOUS FARMHOUSE
C.H. Newton Builders, Inc.
What a gorgeous door for a beautiful farmhouse bedroom. Feels like home.
HIDE THE TV
Thompson Custom Homes
So comfy and cozy. The use of these beautiful doors easily changes this space from entertainment area to conversation area.
TRANSOM
Su Casa Designs Interior Design
Nice added traditional feature. Adds a little something “extra” to the area. Love the three little windows along the top!
CHALK BOARD
DAYORIS Doors / Panels
Multi-functional sliding barn door for this contemporary kid’s bedroom.
CLASSY COTTAGE
Great Neighborhood Homes
This door contains so much beautiful detail and just so pretty! Looks like a very classy cottage.
HANDLE 2 YOU
Brennan + Company Architects
Industrial & funky barn door, take a look at the #2 handle! Love it.
DARK CONTEMPORARY
Tanya Collins Design, Inc.
A very contemporary version of a barn and/or sliding door. Love the rich color and that it radiates simple elegance.
If you are handy with tools, you can try your own DIY sliding barn door installation. But beware, it is not as easy as it looks and you may not be able to pull it off alone. To make sure the door slides well along the track with no hiccups, we highly recommend hiring a professional.
If the sliding barn door idea pics above have given you some ideas for your own home, we are here to help. For any and all questions on the best materials for the barn door, installation, or how to blend it in with existing décor, do not hesitate to contact us.
Things To Consider Before Installing Sliding Barn Doors
Sliding barn doors are a big trend in interior design, owing primarily to the growing popularity of farmhouse-style homes. A sliding barn door is a door that can be installed anywhere in the house and typically consists of a wood or metal door hung on a sliding track. It glides to the side and hangs neatly against the wall, rather than opening and closing like a standard door. People adore them because they can easily change an area while also adding a lot of personality.
Timeless vs. trendy
Although sliding barn doors have been around for a long time, they have recently gained a “trendy” reputation. And, like with any trend, before buying in sliding barn doors, you should carefully analyze your motivation. There is a considerable difference between truly adoring a style and liking it because it is the fashionable thing to do at the time. Ask yourself, “Am I still going to adore these five years from now?” and “Will this house be worth anything when I sell it in a few years?” You’re good to go if you are able to see long-term potential.
Do you have sliding barn doors in your home?
Before doing any home improvement project, you must evaluate your home’s style. Traditional barn doors can complement a farmhouse, coastal, or traditional property. If you put them in a mid-century or modern home, they will seem completely out of place. There are also other styles of sliding barn doors available, each with a unique appearance. A more minimalist home, for example, might benefit from metal French-style sliding barn doors, but a modern home would benefit from a more streamlined metal.
Will you be able to have enough privacy?
This is a crucial aspect to think about when installing DIY barn doors: Privacy and sound. Sliding barn doors, unlike standard doors, do not block off the bulk of sound and noise. Remember that you will hear more sound through a sliding barn door than a standard swing door, because the edge isn’t as tightly sealed. In terms of privacy, you won’t be able to lock a sliding barn door in place, which could be inconvenient if you’re attempting to keep your family or roommates out!
Is the size of your door header proportionate?
Before beginning this DIY barn door project, keep in mind that a proportionate header is essential. A header is a substantial piece of wood that acts as an anchor for your barn door, distributing the weight and increasing stability. It also improves the aesthetic value. A proportionate header is critical for decorative hardware when decorating the opening. I feel that a simple block-finished edge with no additional ornamental trim is the easiest to execute, and it creates a clean, modern-cased opening for the barn door to be the major accent.
Is your hardware in sync?
Coordination of hardware on a barn door is more about function than appearance. Remember, the hardware and door must extend past the opening, so make sure you have enough space and position the hardware, so the door slides past the wall base. The door should be wider than the opening, with the hardware on the outside edge.
Final Thoughts:
Sliding barn doors can undoubtedly give a stylish touch to your property. Remember that if you do decide to install one, preparation is essential. If sliding barn doors aren’t for you, don’t worry!
There are many other methods to obtain a farmhouse vibe, whether you’re renovating a bedroom, living room, or the entire house. Make sure to check our blog for more inspiration!
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