Atlanta, GA on Apr 15, 2012

Turning bedroom sitting area into walk-in closet but where can I get custom closet doors?

I would like to use bi-fold doors but the opening is ~8ft x 7ft which are not common at all. So I am open to any suggestions of other types of doors. Also, any suggestions on a custom door supplier that could make doors to fit this space? Also notice the top corners are not the usual 90 degree angle. If there are any contractors willing to take on this job, I am open to hearing from you as well.

23 Comments

Pat S Titusville, FL

I don't know anything about contractors but I think re-furbished barn doors on a slider would be great for that space... a little web searching might find them and someone to install. Here's just one:
http://rusticahardware.com/barn-door-hardwar...

on Apr 15, 2012 · Like 0
Rose S Marietta, GA

I am having the same problem and would like to replace 3 slider doors with bi-fold. And it has been almost impossible to find anything that would fit. So I am anxiously looking forward to reading the suggestions from other Home-talkers.

on Apr 15, 2012 · Like 0
LandlightS Roswell, GA

Try Randall Brothers, downtown Atlanta , Coffer Brothers in Tucker or Lummus Supply in Roswell . I'm sure you will be able to order your custom door panels or bi-folds with no problems

on Apr 15, 2012 · Like 0
SheilaG, Plum Doodles Acworth, GA

Could you frame the opening to a standard size set of doors?

on Apr 15, 2012 · Like 0
HandyANDY Home Renovation... Marietta, GA

HandyANDY can usually either make the doors (my brother is a master cabinet maker/carpenter) or we can rework existing bi-folds to fit. If you're custom ordering, Randall Brothers is probably your best bet. There are also some local guys still in business who can make the doors for you.

on Apr 16, 2012 · Like 0
Jamison J Atlanta, GA

Thanks for the feedback. I love the idea of barn doors but I would need 2 4 ft doors and you cant really see in the picture but I have two closets on both sides of the opening which would probably get in the way of the barn doors and only allow me to open them about a foot in each direction. I am going to go by Coffer Brothers today since I work in Tucker and speak to them about it. And I didnt think about framing the opening. I will look into that too. Thanks again!

on Apr 16, 2012 · Like 0
KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

You could use a set of three sliding doors with the two outboard ones notched for those corners. Three smaller doors would give you more "open" space.

on Apr 16, 2012 · Like 0
Lisa P Mobile, AL

Curtains would be nice!

on May 02, 2012 · Like 0
Cynthia S Coatesville, PA

I would hire a contractor or handyman and let them make doors for you.

on May 03, 2012 · Like 0
Rivka I Reno, NV

How about a barn door. Installation kits are at home stores. That will avoid the situation with the odd shaped ceiling.

on May 05, 2012 · Like 0
Pat S Titusville, FL

the barn doors when open could slide over the closet doors and when closed you could could open closet doors.

on May 05, 2012 · Like 0
Carol J Norcross, GA

What about a curtain??

on May 08, 2012 · Like 0
Trish V Sulphur, LA

make sue to cover the window. The sun will change the colors of your clothes.

on May 09, 2012 · Like 0
Therese C Greenfield, IA

Shoji doors on sliding tracks like in Japanese home work perfectly for unusual sized door areas. These are very to build and install yourself.

on May 14, 2012 · Like 0
Jamison J Atlanta, GA

A curtain could work, its just not a long term solution.. I would eventually want to do more .. Thanks for the tip on covering the window.. I didnt think about that.. I thought about Shoji doors but just didnt think they would fit well with the rest of the room. Im thinking long term.. I want it to look natural.. as though it were always a closet.

on May 15, 2012 · Like 0
Victoria D Miami, FL

I have use bi-folds, you may be able to cut off from the outer border of the door only a small amount from one or both sides depending on measurements or if you need to add use the same thickness of board. Maybe you can use a curtain or two for fullness with a garden print or other architectural print it may be hard to find but it can be possible, in my area I go to Ross. Or even better two small french doors and yes check Habitat for Humanity they have all you can not imagine in doors windows . good luck and post you solutin

on May 16, 2012 · Like 0
Mary D East Stone Gap, VA

naked cabinet doors.com have all kinds of doors.

on May 17, 2012 · Like 0
Jeanette S Atlanta, GA

By the time you spend the money to have custom doors made and hung, you can probably hire a contractor to come in and finish this space out with a proper door. That way it will not look "patched" and you need wall space on the sides so you can attach handing rods, etc. It will give you more versitility in what you can build in. No matter what you do, it will take expense and effort to restore this space back to its original intended use. Knocking down a non-load bearing wall is not ...»
problem later on. You might even want to contact one of those closet companies and let them supply you with a finished product.

on May 20, 2012 · Like 1
Gwendolyn E Kingsland, GA

Hang and rod and put up tab curtains - easy and will look good as well.

on May 23, 2012 · Like 0
Lynn T Toms River, NJ

You can add a. Privacy folding decorative screen. Check online you can get one for $100 and it doesn't have to fit perfectly

on May 24, 2012 · Like 0
Dana M Austin, TX

I would set a wall and the door back one foot, have doors in the middle and on each side have bookcases/cd rack, etc. Behind the that, then you would have a solid wall to build your closet poles and shelves on. Plus you wouldn't lose the shape of the ceiling feature. Or, offset the door and make one bookcase or a bench to sit on while putting on your shoes!

on May 26, 2012 · Like 1
Melissa K Blythewood, SC

Consider the collapsing doors unless you want to spend more than yu intend. Think of something suitable for your style and keep checking Hometalk!

on May 28, 2012 · Like 0
Juana A Seminole, FL

Why not use a curtain as a door. You can make it with a thick upholstery fabric so it hangs nicely and weight the bottom. You can use a solid if it would be too much print for your bedroom, if you already have print on bed you can go with a stripe or small print in compatable colors. It will really add to your room. Something you may have already thought of put a blackout liner on the window or (a) light will fade your clothes and (b) it will be hot a blue blazes in that area. Maybe also put film on the window.

on Jun 07, 2012 · Like 0