If you’re after an interior door that scores highly on the form and function scale, then you can’t look past the humble but hardworking barn door. Whether the focal point of the room or an eye-catching addition to your contemporary interior, your barn doors can grant your every design wish.
The key is to choose the right barn door hardware to go with it, striking that vital balance between looking great and working like a dream. But what is the best barn door hardware? Of course, while aesthetic appeal is subjective, function is not. This is why it’s handy to know what each piece of barn door hardware does and why it’s essential.
To help you choose hardware that perfectly suits your barn door needs, we’ve put together this simple guide.
The different types of barn door hardware
Each piece of barn door hardware does a precise job for your door. Before you buy your hardware, make sure your measurements are correct. This is an easy process that saves any headaches down the line.
Also, consider style since this is what family and friends will comment on first. Our barn door hardware comes in matte black, matte white, stainless steel, and brushed brass colours and finishes. So, you can mix and match to your heart’s content.
Track
Arguably the most important piece of hardware you’ll need for your barn door, the track is what holds your door up and allows it to slide open. As with any hardware, there are different tracks to suit different needs.
The first difference is whether a barn door track is standard or bypass. A bypass track allows two doors to pass each other, while a standard track does not.
The second difference is how the tracks are attached to the door. They can either be mounted on the side of the barn door or the top. A side mount is more prominent and has a better weight capacity, making it the perfect choice if you’re after that classic barn door look. On the flipside, if you’re after a minimalist barn door look, a top mount is the track for you.
Track joiner
A joiner joins two tracks together. Simple as that. You’ll need a joiner if your door is wider than a single door or if you want two barn doors to meet in the middle. Get it in the same colour or finish as your barn door track, and no one will even know it’s there.
Roller stoppers
Again, it’s all in the name. Roller stoppers mount at each end of the track and stop your door from rolling off the track altogether. These are vital for the condition of your barn door and the surrounding area, as a door that comes free of its tracks can cause significant damage.
Anti-jump blocks
A barn door yanked open can quickly jump off its track. Unless you have anti-jump blocks. These attach to the top edge of the door and stop you from accidentally lifting it when you open or close it.
Soft door closer
A barn door that gets slammed is neither good for the door nor your ears. With a soft door closer, you prevent your barn door from being handled hastily. This type of barn door hardware is easy to install and mounts to the door out of view so that you won’t spoil the room’s aesthetic.
Handles
Another essential piece of barn door hardware. The right handle lets you open and close your barn door with ease. Like your rollers, which handle you choose will depend on its aesthetics as much as its function. If you’re after classic barn door hardware, the handle must match the rest and complement the door’s appearance.
Latches
With any door, you need to consider safety and privacy. A latch guarantees you both. The beauty of a barn door latch is that you can set it out of reach of small children.
Floor guide
A floor guide is a small piece of hardware that attaches to the floor along the door’s path. It has two rollers that the door passes between. Like an anti-jump block prevents your barn door from being lifted off its tracks, a floor guide stops the bottom of the door from swinging away from the entrance and wall.
Rolltrak: the barn door hardware experts
Now that you know your way around barn door hardware, it’s time to explore Rolltrak’s exceptional range. Simply pop into your local Bunnings, and in no time, you’ll have a barn door in your home that’ll impress you and your guests.