At Residential Building Specialties, Inc., we have been providing hardware and other home improvement supplies for over 30 years, and in that time, we have seen a variety of design trends come and go. One recent trend that seems to have staying power is barn doors. Not only do barn doors give homes a unique look, but they also help avoid issues with clearance because they slide rather than swing open. In this article, our team will focus on barn door hardware, going over a few of the benefits it has to offer.
- Saves Floor Space – One of the main advantages of using barn door hardware over traditional hinges is the way it helps save floor space. If your client is concerned about conserving as much floor space as possible, then we recommend using barn door hardware. Barn doors slide open, so your client will be able to make use of space that would otherwise have to be left empty to leave room for a hinged door’s clearance.
- Operates with Ease – Another advantage of barn door hardware is the way it makes the doors easy to open and close. Traditional hinged doors can get stuck if not installed properly, and many doorknobs are harder for people with limited manual dexterity to open. If your client is concerned about aging in place, then we encourage you to offer barn doors as an option.
- Reduces Noise – A third advantage of barn door hardware is its nearly silent operation. Hinges can squeak, and hinged doors can slam, but barn doors simply glide quietly.