DIY Door Hardware for Double Sliding Barn Doors

Do you have an extra-wide doorway or a transition area between rooms where you want to add a door? Double sliding barn doors can provide a functional and stylish option. Not to mention, this simple DIY home improvement project lets you save money on installation!

You’ll need to buy a set of door panels, a barn door track kit (designed for double doors) and a pair of handles. You can spend as much or as little money as you want.

For instance, you can buy custom-made solid wood doors for a fancier or one-of-a-kind look. Alternatively, you can pick up a couple of plain hollow core panels at your local home improvement store if you have a small budget.

You can also find a wide variety of mid-range custom-looking panels and pairs with glass panes, metal frames and more…

Furthermore, you can cut costs AND get a unique, distinctive door set by building your own. In other words, you have virtually endless options when it comes to the panels.

How to Install Double Sliding Barn Doors:

Essentially, barn door installation involves just a few steps. The process works very much the same as installing a single panel.

First of all, you want to secure the track kit to the wall above the doorway. Second, attach the wheel hardware to the panels and hang them on the rail.

Third, you’ll attach the floor guides to the floor to prevent the hanging panels from swinging. And lastly, fasten the handles or pulls to the door panels.

Note: Want to know how to lock a double sliding barn door? I suggest looking at hook-and-eye latch kits. They only cost about $15, and you get security and privacy. In addition, you get information on barn door locks here.

You can watch a video tutorial on how to install your track kit and hang your sliding doors below:

12-Foot Long Track Kit for Double Doors 

I especially like this track kit for its industrial design. For instance, it features larger-than-average wheels that are more noticeable than smaller versions.

In addition, the exposed metal hardware attaches to the side of the door panel rather than on top. Therefore, you get a more vintage or commercial-looking door (even if you use a less expensive, plain panel).

That said, this rustic rail system rolls smoothly and operates quietly. In other words, you get high-quality hardware that looks like an antique you pulled it out of an old warehouse.

EaseLife Double Door Track Kit:

• Track Length: 12 Feet Long
• Fits Door Width: Up to (2) 36″ Wide Doors
• Fits Door Thickness: 1 3/8″ – 1 3/4″ Thick
• Weight: 26 lbs
• Weight Capacity: 360 lbs
• Material: Powder-Coated Steel
• Color: Matte Black (or Nickel option)
• For Interior Doors
• Model #: BDH_01_02_366_2_1
• Brand: EaseLife
• Get the Track Kit for Double Barn Style Doors Here

Note: You can also get this package in 8-foot and 10-foot lengths for smaller doorways. Plus, you can get the metal hardware in a lighter nickel color for a more modern look. The nickel’s matte finish makes it blend in well against white walls, by the way.

Package Includes:

• (2) 6-Foot Rails (pre-drilled to fit studs)
• Rail Supports (9)
• Rollers (4)
• Door Stops (4)
• Floor Guides (2)

As you might imagine, double barn doors work well to provide privacy for master bathrooms. In addition, you can use them for pantries, closets or as a unique room divider.