DIY Custom Barn Door

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Learn how to build a custom barn door to fit any space in your home with free plans and a how-to video by Shanty2Chic! Click here for the full set of plans including a supply list!

Cut the frame pieces to size. Drill 3/4" pocket holes at the end of each of the long boards. Attach them to the short boards with 1 1/4" pocket hole screws and wood glue.
Cut the plywood sheets to size and attach them to the frame with 5/8" staples and wood glue.
Cut the top and bottom trim pieces to size. Attach them to the top and bottom of the barn door frame with 1 1/4" brad nails. The bottom of the trim should be flush with the bottom of the frame.
Cut the side trim pieces to size and attach them to the sides of the barn door with 1 1/4" brad nails and wood glue.

Cut the top and bottom, front trim. Attach it to the top and bottom of the plywood with 5/8" pin nails and wood glue.
Cut the vertical bender boards to size. Attach them to the sides of the plywood with 5/8" pin nails and wood glue.
Cut the squares to size, center them on the plywood according to the sketch and attach them to the plywood with 5/8" pin nails and wood glue.
Cut the side trim pieces for the squares. Attach them on the outside of the squares with 5/8" pin nails and wood glue.
Cut the top and bottom trim pieces to size and attach them the same way.
Cut the final trim pieces to size. Center them on the squares according to the sketch and attach them the same way.
Cut the wheel blocks to size and attach them to the top corners of the barn door with 1 1/4" brad nails and wood glue.
Fill your nail holes, sand it down and add a finish! This is a great project to customize with the trim. Get creative with it and make it your own!
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Happy Building!