Sliding barn doors – a practical solution for large or small homes
Sliding barn doors without any doubt are a very practical solution in many ways, both for small and large apartments. Interior sliding type barn doors have a very high practical value as they are multifunctional, and with great efficiency from the point of optimum use of space. In addition a sliding barn door can be visually appealing and although associated with rustic style, the market offers modern designs which blend in in modern interiors.
Sliding barn doors are different from conventional interior doors which swing open. Hinged doors swing open in one direction or another, turning on their hinges which are mounted on the front door frame and this method of opening requires sufficient free space. When the room is small, for example, a kitchen, a home office, a mudroom, bathroom or bedroom, and you want to save space, then sliding type barn doors come to aid. Generally, the barn doors that slide are attached to upper and lower rails which are mounted on the ceiling and floor and allow the sliding barn door skate in left or right. You can also install a sliding barn door on hanging rails.
Interior sliding barn doors can decorate your home as an addition to their high functionality. With a wide range of materials and colors, a sliding barn door is a beautiful and elegant decor element and therefore perfectly suited to the interior of any style. They can be successfully used to separate rooms, as the wardrobe doors or doors for cabinets. Due to the special mechanism, sliding doors move smoothly, easily and silently, providing convenience and safety. Sliding barn door hardware is offered in an array of designs and each home owner can choose the one that suits his taste. See the gallery below for gorgeous ideas in the interior of the home.