HOW TO MEASURE SLIDING BARN DOOR SIZES — COMPLETE GUIDE
Comprehensive Guide to Measuring Barn Doors
A home's character can be enhanced with barn doors, and our company offers a variety of pre-hung barn entrances in different sizes and styles. Typical interior barn door size is between 36" x 84" and 42" x 80", although other sizes are available, including 36" x 80", 36" x 84", 36" x 96", 42" x 80", 42" x 84", and 42" x 96". For interior barn entryways, smaller sizes are more common, while larger rooms may require wider and taller ones. We can also custom-make barn doors to best fit the dimensions of your room.
Measuring Door Heights
To measure the height of a single, double, or bypass sliding barn door, start by measuring up from the floor for its openings with molding. If there is no molding, take a measurement from the floor to the top of the opening. Subtract half an inch from either measurement to give the door room to open an account for slight variations in floor height. If the floors are uneven, you may need to subtract more space, but be careful not to subtract too much, or you'll end up with an unsightly gap.
Measuring Door Width
- With Molding If your door opening has molding, you'll need to purchase a door that's wide enough to cover it. To measure the width, use a measuring tape to measure horizontally from the outside edge of the molding to the outside edge of the opposite side of the frame. This is the minimum measurement, but you can opt for a wider opening for a different look. Keep in mind that a wider entrance will require more wall space and extra track length, which we'll discuss later. Keep in mind that certain types of moldings may not be compatible with sliding barn doors. You may also need barn door specifications, to install it properly. If you have decorative molding that protrudes further, the doorway will need to be spaced out further from the wall, creating a larger gap that eliminates privacy and is less functional and aesthetically pleasing.
- Without Molding If your door opening does not have molding, you need to measure the horizontal width of the door opening and add 2-4 inches of width to your measurement. This is because the openings without molding tend to gape from the wall, which could compromise your privacy. By adding the extra width, you can eliminate this gap and create a more secure space for yourself.
On the other hand, when an opening has molding around it, the molding eliminates the gap and blocks the sightline. This means that you don't need to add extra width to your measurement in order to ensure privacy. Instead, you can simply measure the horizontal width of the entrance opening and use that as your final measurement.
It's worth mentioning that while adding extra width to your measurement can help eliminate the gap between the door and the wall, it's crucial to remember that adding too much width could make it difficult to install the door properly. Therefore, it's best to stick to the recommended range of 2-4 inches when measuring openings without molding.
Measuring Door Frame to Ceiling
To adequately install barn door hardware for a standard 84" high barn entryway, you should estimate its height from the top to the bottom while seated on a step stool. In addition, having a specification would also be helpful. Ensure that you have at least 90" in total or 6" of clearance between the top of the jamb and the ceiling. For doorways that are larger than 84", we recommend having at least 6" of clearance from the ceiling to the top of your door. If the doorframe is hung from a standard hardware track on a door opening that is 80 ½", it should be mounted 85-3/4" from the highest point of the floor, above the finished trim (if applicable) at the top of your opening.
Wall, Floor, and Track Length Measurements
When measuring for a sliding barn door, it's important to consider not only barn door height and width sizes but also the necessary wall space and track length. To ensure there's enough room for the opening to open all the way, measure the wall space by setting a tape measure to the calculated opening width and measuring from the outside edge of the opening or molding, leaving a few extra inches of buffer room at the end. This will show how much wall space is needed and allow you to check for any obstructions that will prevent the door from opening. Keep in mind that some items, like furniture or wall mountings, can be relocated while others, like baseboard heating or radiators, will prevent the entryway from opening at all. Additionally, watch out for light switches and electrical outlets, which won't prevent the door from opening but will be blocked when the door is closed. It's helpful to create a diagram showing the opening and adjacent wall space, labeling any items like wall hangings and electrical outlets that may need to be moved. Measuring track length is easy - just take the opening width and multiply by two.
Custom Barn Doors
"How tall and wide are barn doors?" That's a really frequent question, and this is why we offer customizable sliding barn doors to fit any non-standard measurements. Our skilled artisans craft high-quality barn entries with unmatched attention to details, using only the finest materials. Our custom barn entryways can be as narrow and as tall, providing endless possibilities to choose a style that matches your home's architecture. We work tirelessly to create the perfect barn entryway for your home, keeping you informed every step of the way, from the initial design to the final installation. Besides being beautiful, our doors are also functional and can add value to your home. So if you want a sliding barn entryway that is as unique as your home, don't hesitate to contact us. You can count on us to provide you with the best possible experience and stand behind our work.
Conclusion
Sizing sliding barn doors may appear difficult, but with the right tools and knowledge, anyone can do it like a pro. Follow these steps to ensure that your sliding barn entryway fits perfectly and adds rustic charm and functionality to your home.
If you're looking for a sliding barn door, look no further than our company. We offer a variety of pre-hung barn doors in different sizes and styles, including custom-made ones to best fit the sliding barn door dimensions of your room. Our skilled artisans craft high-quality barn doors with unmatched attention to detail, using only the finest materials. We work tirelessly to create the perfect barn entry for your home, keeping you informed on every step of the way, from design to final installation.
Find out more about our barn doors and how we can help you add charm and functionality to your home.
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