10 Barn Door Inspirations

1. This barn door system is unique in that the rail is very unobtrusive, and almost disappears into the shiplap wall behind it.  The beautiful doors are what you see, and they definitely deserve to be seen.

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2. Contrast this barn door and its rail system with the previous one. This is an example of the rail system being part of the charm. The door is reclaimed, and the heavy black iron rail adds to the rustic look.

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3. This barn door system features two matching reclaimed doors, left in all their aged charm and suspended from heavy black rails. They mark the change in rooms from a living room to a dining room in a really eye-catching way.

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4. Here’s a great idea: reclaimed shutters used like barn doors to divide a room. I think it looks amazing!

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5. White oak and water glass make up this pair of doors, used to perfection to set off the transition from dining room to kitchen. Such a beautiful look!

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6. The old lettering on this reclaimed door just adds to its appeal. It’s the perfect lead-in to the laundry room!

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7. This door system has a great Craftsman style look. Even the hardware gives it character.

8. You don’t have to use a barn door system only in a doorway, or to mark room transitions. This one is used to hide the television when it isn’t used. The wood even matches the wood beams on the ceiling. Who doesn’t love when things match?

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9. For a more elegant look, hide the door hardware behind a wood header. This door system, used to close off a master closet, also incorporates frosted glass.

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10. Finally, a distressed door and metal pipe provides a rustic industrial look to close off the pantry in this kitchen. Isn’t the chalkboard paint another really beautiful touch?

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