When i looked into getting custom barn doors built the asking cost was close to 1200 for two doors not including hardware.
How to build in interior barn door.
From the start i knew i wanted to build something fun and vibrant in the kitchen space to add color since most of the area is monochromatic.
Remove the door hinge mortises.
If your barn door doesn t have a groove in it there are roller guides and adjustable roller guides that will work.
Once you have cut the boards to size measure the appearance board you just cut width wise so you can cut your top and bottom trim boards.
Remember to add 2 inches to your door opening so your new barn door will cover the opening.
Measure from both corners of the door before screwing the middle rail to the stiles.
This will ensure that your door is square.
What type of wood do you use to make a barn door.
I removed them with a circular saw and a guide cutting away about 1 4 of material.
How to turn an old interior door into a fabulous sliding barn door step 1.
The simplest guide is an l shaped metal bracket that mounts to the floor and fits into a groove cut in the bottom of the door.
Choose the guide that works best for your door.
Build the door steps 2 10.
Measure and mark the size of your door on your plywood.
Use your saw to cut the wood to size.
Next glue and screw the bottom mullion to the bottom rail and middle rail.
Cut list for installing a sliding door.
Whenever you walk into the studio the barn doors make a statement.