If you’re looking for a way to save space and add a serious level of style, then building a DIY barn door is a great option. These 12 amazing DIY barn door tutorials take you through the process from building the door to installing the hardware, and all the tips and tricks in between.
Whether you want to build a modern or rustic barn door, one for your closet or laundry room, or a stunning focal point for your primary bedroom, they are all here. Every style, budget, and ideas for beginners to intermediate DIY’ers. Want to have a wow factor in your home? Barn doors are the way to go!
How to Build a Barn Door
Modern Barn Door DIY’s
This modern DIY barn door from ‘How Does She’ is a stunning and gorgeous addition to a beautiful primary bedroom. Made from MDF and pine boards, then painted with a sprayer, it looks expensive but saves tons of space in the room. Did we mention, it’s gorgeous? And, inspired by the HGTV show “Fixer Upper”. Lots of step-by-step instructions and photos, including directions on how to measure your door opening for the right size barn door.
From ‘House on Longwood Lane’, these modern barn door plans are made using plywood and 1×3’s to create a slat-style door. Here, used to hide a rather beautiful laundry room, but could look amazing to shut off a home office or den, or even a bathroom. The slats have a nod to mid-century modern design, but are timeless as well. From this tutorial, you can learn how to build a barn door that has style and functionality!
DIY Mirror Barn Door Plans
‘Swift Wellness’ designed this DIY mirror barn door by using a floor mirror as a base. They used pine to frame in the mirror, and then added barn door hardware to create the perfect door for any bedroom. I mean, who wouldn’t want to get dressed every morning looking at that? The use of a mirror is also great design in a small space to make the room look larger.
Herringbone Barn Door DIY
This herringbone barn door DIY from ‘Bower Power’ is a freakin’ work of art, my friends. Might be a hair more time-consuming than some of the simpler projects, but not more difficult. And look at the results! I think I would use a lighter stain for the style of my house, what about you? Paint maybe? Or, just follow her exact instructions down to the letter, ’cause this, this is awesomeness.
So now you know how to build a barn door! We think you will also want to check out our posts on DIY Bedroom Decor Ideas and DIY Bed Frames!
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