To do this we started by gluing and screwing the bottom rail to both sides stiles.
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Carefully roll it into each end to determine where to place the stops.
A slit was also cut at the bottom of the door in order to use the floor glide that comes with the hardware kit see pictures below.
Set the track aside and drill 5 16 inch pilot holes at each mark.
Using a 2 foot level check that it s level then mark each lag bolt location on the board.
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We test fitted everything first then using wood glue we attached the bottom piece to both sides slid the glass in the middle then slid the top into place.
It s a style of door that makes cold spaces like that feel more welcoming.
With the track mounted finish the job by putting the door on the track.
This will vary for each installation but from there you can determine the length of the boards.
Our new bedroom closet and a diy barn door with mirror from an old wood door.
This keeps the door from swinging hitting the wall when sliding it open and closed.
A sliding barn door is also a really nice option for a studio or a garage that s been converted into something else.
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We used ratchet straps and clamps to hold the door together while the glue dried and for added security we put two screws into each side at the bottom and one on each side at the top.
Hold the track flat against the board with its bottom edge at the marks.
It s time to assemble the frame of the barn door.
Hang the diy sliding barn door.
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This will ensure that your door is square.
At long last i m ready to start sharing our powder room and simple closet build.
Once we received everything we painted the door white it comes primed and we drilled holes to attach the hardware.
Next glue and screw the bottom mullion to the bottom rail and middle rail.
Measure from both corners of the door before screwing the middle rail to the stiles.
Measure inch above the casing and mark two spots on the mounting board.
Cut tongue and groove boards to length.