Barn doors may be characteristically country, but they have certainly become a trendy design option for homes of all styles today. From farm houses to modern homes, barn doors are dripping with vintage charm as they offer a clever way to add style and separation to bedrooms, common rooms, bathrooms, closets and more. They’re also very versatile, offering just enough rustic appeal to blend old with new. Take some inspiration from these seven ideas on decorating with barn doors.

1.    Conceal a Bathroom

If you have a half bath, a barn door is perfect here, as it takes up considerably less space than a traditional door that swings in and out.

2.    In the Kitchen

You can use a chalkboard barn door as the perfect way to conceal a pantry in your kitchen. Plus, you get an added bonus space for notes, reminders and to-do lists. The all-black look is all the rage now in kitchen décor, a timeless and classic look that offers an “upscale farm-to-table restaurant” feel, especially when paired with an exposed brick kitchen, like you see here on The Spruce. This type of chalkboard barn door also works well in a kids’ bedroom or playroom.

3.    Go Mini

Who says a barn door has to be full-sized? Mini-barn doors are perfect for kitchens or laundry rooms when you are looking to conceal dishwashers, trash cans or washer-dryer units.  

4.    Gilded Age

Rose gold and metal barn doors are a classy idea for any space, particularly for a modern or contemporary home. Use dual-doors to conceal a master bath, or as a closet door in your bedroom.

5.    Hide Unsightly Stuff

Not everything is meant to be displayed. Sliding barn doors give you the opportunity to add storage space to narrow entryways or hallways. Perhaps you have a cluttered closet, or you need a large storage space for bikes and sporting equipment. Barn doors conceal these well.

6.    Textures and Patterns

Chevron in particularly is hot right now. Incorporate a striped barn door to update any room, adding texture through the attachment of wooden boards or by painting the design onto plywood. 

7.    Mirrored Barn door

Why not swap out a traditional bathroom or closet door with one that gives you mirror space all in one? Not only does the room look bigger, it saves on space that would otherwise be taken up by a hanging mirror.

Contact Dallas Door Designs

To learn more about our barn door collection, contact us in Dallas at 214-973-0373 or email us at sales@dallasdoordesigns.com.

From painted handmade to contemporary and modern, barn doors are steeped in tradition and represent a centuries-old look based in familiarity, practicality, and space-saving designs. All of these great qualities make them ideal for traditional or country style homes. Sliding barn doors make a beautiful complement to any indoor space.

Choices

Perhaps you wish to divide one large room into two. Maybe you want to decorate one wall, save space in your bathroom, or you just love the design. Whatever your reasoning, barn doors can transform your home. They’re available as singles, by-parting doubles, or by-passing systems comprised of two or more doors. You can even choose iron barn doors for a more ornate look.

Charm

There are many ways you can incorporate barn doors into your home. Why not add some country charm to your kitchen with a pantry upgrade? Add a wooden “Grocery” sign above, and voila – you have a space saver that also adds tons of character to an otherwise traditional room.

Space Saver

When you are limited on space, barn doors can afford you much more room to maneuver because you don’t have to open and close hinged doors. They’re also great in master bedrooms where the doors to the master suite and master bath are so close together and can’t be opened at the same time. Remove the traditional doors and add one big barn door.

Concealer

Barn doors offer a convenient and charming way to hide items you don’t want to or need to see at all times. You can use a small barn door as a flat screen TV cover on the wall or a large barn door to hide your laundry area. You can also hide storage spaces in the same vein. Add a chalkboard finish to your door and it becomes a great to-do list in the kitchen or play area for kids’ rooms.

Window Treatments

Who says window treatments have to be fabric in nature? You don’t have to hang curtains when you can add shade with a rustic barn door.

Convenience and Function

The addition of a barn door makes a kitchen or bathroom cabinet multi-functional. On one side, you can place all your toiletries, while keeping the other side open for displaying collectibles, frames and decorations.

From rolling French doors to barn door hutches, the possibilities are endless.

Contact Dallas Door Designs

Like the idea of barn doors for your home? Schedule your free consultation now with us or call 214-973-0373. We are located in Dallas at 1241 Majesty Drive. Showroom visits can be scheduled Monday-Saturday by appointment only. Let our designers come up with the perfect barn door for your home.

One great way to make your home stand out is to install a barn door. This type of door, steeped in tradition, has graced interiors for centuries, signaling a rustic farm-house feel that’s both aesthetically pleasing and functional. Barn doors offer a variety of benefits, ranging from practicality to space-saving designs. They’re also pretty versatile, as you can use them to divide two rooms, decorate a wall, save space in a cramped room, or just because you love the style.

Barn doors are available in singles, by-parting doubles, or bypassing systems comprising two or more doors. The type you choose will depend largely on the amount of existing wall space you have as well as your personal preferences. Take a look at these considerations before attempting a barn door project.

1. Structural Stability

3. Location, Location, Location

Be aware that barn doors inherently have gaps between them and the wall because they don’t lie flush with the opening. Gaps result because they hover over the opening. Therefore, think twice about installing barn doors in rooms where privacy is essential, such as bedrooms and bathrooms, or when you’re going for noise control, such as in a home music studio or kids’ playroom.

Contact Dallas Door Designs, Serving the Dallas/Fort Worth Area

If you love the look and functionality of a barn door and want to incorporate one into your home, contact us at 214-973-0373. We would be happy to show you our many wood and iron designs and styles when it comes to barn doors. Schedule your showroom visit Monday through Saturday by appointment only.