Hgtv remodeling expert laurie march shows how she built a sliding barn door to add privacy between a master bedroom and bathroom.
How to install a sliding barn door for bathroom.
A door you love.
Barn sliders 101 every installation will vary slightly depending on the configuration of the bathroom.
To save money she used plumbing pipe instead of standard barn door hardware and she saved time by having some of her lumber cut at the hardware store.
The lock mounts to a door jamb to keep out prying eyes and keep barn doors shut.
If you re locking a door from the inside such a bathroom or bedroom aesthetics matter but functionality privacy and safety are important features to consider too.
Because the door was going to be used in an area where moisture might be an issue she used a high gloss paint to.
Flip the door so that the newly attached plywood side faces down.
It needs to be wide enough to cover the opening in your wall with 2 inches to spare.
For double doors locate the studs on both sides of the door opening.
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Place the plywood on top of the frame apply wood glue and secure it with screws once it s aligned.
Use the stud finder to locate and mark the studs above the door.
Apply wood glue on all top surfaces of the pieces of both your inner and outer frames.
For single doors start about three or four inches up on the hinge side of the door opening and continue for the length of the backer board.
A teardrop sliding door lock is one option to consider for added privacy.
Mounting a sliding barn door requires.