6 barn door handle designs for your home decor

If you’ve recently picked out a stunning barn door for your home or you’re looking for a style upgrade, it’s time to consider the hardware that goes with it. Especially barn door handles. Of all the hardware needed to make your barn door look great and run smoothly, the handles are the part you’ll use most. 

Choosing the right barn door handles will help make your barn door a dream to use and a pleasure to look at. At Rolltrak, we know the importance of nailing this decision. So, we’ve put together this guide to matching barn door handle designs to your home decor.   

Does your barn door complement your decor?

First things first, have you chosen the right barn door for your space? This is a critical first step. A barn door that doesn’t suit your lifestyle or decor will stay this way even after you adorn it with stylish handles. 

Of course, which barn door you choose will depend on a bunch of factors, such as colour, finish, and style of the room. If you need help, read up on how to choose the ideal barn door for your home.  

What to consider when choosing a barn door handle

Once you’ve settled on a barn door, then you can move on to choosing the hardware. It’s about striking the perfect balance between form and function. The hardware needs to complement the door’s aesthetic—as well as the space—and make the door work correctly. 

Here are three questions to ask yourself when choosing a barn door handle:

1. Is it a single or double barn door?

Your barn door handle must serve its purpose first. If you have two barn doors that slide past each other, you need handles that allow for this. A single barn door mightn’t have this issue, as the side with the handle will likely have plenty of space. 

2. Do you need handles on both sides of the door? 

Again, it’s about movement. If you need handles on both sides, you may need a different style for each side, depending on the installation. 

3. What colour and finish do you want?

Now, it’s time to focus on the aesthetics. Do you want the barn door handles to blend in with the door or provide a contrast? At Rolltrak, our range of colours and finishes has been created to offer maximum aesthetic flexibility, from matte black to stainless steel and brushed brass. 

You also need to think about lighting when choosing which finish for your handles. A stainless steel finish will reflect light much more than a matte black finish and could prove a visual distraction in the space.  

Barn door handle designs and the decor they suit

At Rolltrak, we pride ourselves on offering you barn door handles that are stunning, functional, and aesthetically versatile. These are each of the styles in our range:

1. Raised handle

This sleek, geometric design is perfect for modern, minimal interiors. Its look resembles one side of an octagon, which is ideal if you’re trying to match it with decor that highlights quirky angles. 

2. Square raised handle

This design is similar to the raised handle, except it has a rectangular shape. Again, the square raised handle is a subtle but striking addition to a refined space. Its angular appearance may have a jarring effect when set amongst traditional decor. 

3. Recessed handle 

The recessed handle is built into the barn door to sit almost flush with its surface instead of protruding out. You also grip this handle with the ends of your fingers rather than your whole hand. Its ultra-minimalist look is well-suited to most interior styles. The colour and finish you choose might be the most critical decision with this handle.

4. Finger-pull handle

If you want an even more elevated look and feel, the finger-pull handle is another option built into the barn door. This barn door handle only requires one or two fingers to open and close. Since it’s smaller than the recessed handle, it will suit any decor, from traditional to rustic to contemporary.

5. Round pull handle

This barn door handle has a classic look and feel and complements traditional decor. That said, the more extended options available, such as the 1500mm round pull handle, offer a striking point of difference when set amongst modern-style decor. 

6. Square pull handle

This is the square variation of the round pull handle. The square pull handle’s sharp, timeless aesthetic is ideal for industrial-style interiors. If the decor and furniture embrace straight lines over curves, this is the perfect barn door handle to complement that aesthetic. 

 

Are you ready to add a touch of brilliance to your home with barn door handles from Rolltrak?

Taking the time to choose the perfect handles for your barn door is time well spent. If you’re ready to add those finishing touches that elevate your space from special to absolutely stunning, check out our exceptional range of barn door hardware at Bunnings today!