How do I convert old sliding closet doors into barn doors?
by Samantha
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I am going to slowly start to upgrade the home I live in. It is a rental and I am allowed to do anything that brings value to the home. I am starting small. The home was built in late 60s early 70’s and we are hoping to be able to buy it. My 1st project is 2 closets. That are the dreaded sliding doors on a track that never stay on track. Would love to reuse door and turn into barn door BUT I do not have any wall on the right. Both doors must be able to move to left. I was thinking of putting doors together. Any ideas. I wish I could cut into wall to expose the 3 ft of closet that’s can’t get to. Help
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I would like to do this for my pantry. I found a video I hope it helps...
https://youtu.be/AHiiJ5ElSoE
The first thing will be to check if the size are matching. then when this is done, you can go further
Just remember barn doors attach above the molding. Using existing doors would make then too short.
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=barn%20door
What I generally hear these called are bypass barn doors. If you use your current doors then you need to make sure you have the clearance to add additional wood to the surface area. Here are some ideas. Here is one example. I made a Bifold Barn Door if you want to check out that post.
Don't do it! Some would not consider this an upgrade as not all like barn doors.
We hung vintage doors we found at a thrift store. Love them. Here is a peek. http://alifeunfolding.com/blog-1/2016/8/25/be-our-guest?rq=vintage%20door