Need some ideas on installing a carriage bolt for barn door track.




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Lo on Jun 18, 2017
If you don't have studs, I'd suggest a 2x4 installed over the door frame. Paint it the same color as your wall, and install the barn hardware to the 2x4. It would have to be the length of your hardware, and it would be long enough to attach to studs! Good luck!Helpful Reply -
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Cin21825342 on Jun 18, 2017
We use these for all installations of heavy items where no stud is available. https://youtu.be/SC1ZuxuZ2PUHelpful Reply -
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William on Jun 18, 2017
Use a toggle bolt. The butterfly opens in the wall and grips the back of the drywall when the bolt is tightened.Helpful Reply -
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Regina on Jun 18, 2017
Love the 2x4 idea since I still need to use the carriage bolts that came with track.. thank you!Helpful Reply -
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