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9 Ways To Take Advantage Of Sliding Barn Doors In Southern California

November 13, 2015

Sliding barn doors are the home decor look that’s all the rage in Southern California. The barn door’s timeless timber overlays windows and doorways to create a contemporary look you’ll love. And taking into consideration all the barn door hardware and style options available - and the unique mounting service Sunburst Shutters Southern CA delivers on, the ways you can use sliding barn doors are truly limitless.

Searching for ideas? Here are 9 ways to utilize sliding barn doors in Southern California:

1. Sliding Barn Doors As Window Shutters

One of the most original ways to use barn doors is to set them up on a window. They can be custom crafted to match the precise length and width of your window. Similar to plantation shutters, they hide the light and the view when they’re closed. However barn doors for windows also frame the view beautifully when opened. Get more information on sliding barn doors for windows here.

 
Brown Z-frame sliding barn doors on a window  

2. Sliding Barn Doors For The Bedroom

As bedroom doors, sliding barn doors are a more appealing design than regular doors. Glide the barn door wide open and unveil your haven. Slide it to cover the doorway and admire how the craftsmanship of the barn door complements the decor of the space and echoes your taste perfectly. Whether turning off the lamp on the nightstand to sleep or snoozing the alarm in the morning, you’ll find your eyes wandering to the wooden piece of art in the doorway.

White shaker barn door covering bedroom doorway  

3. Sliding Barn Doors As Bathroom Doors

IMprove the spa feel of your bathroom by substituting your regular door with a sliding barn door. This door’s premium wood provides an authentic soothing presence. The top-mounted track system lets you glide the door open and closed easily. And the floor glide keeps the bathroom sliding barn door sturdy no matter how many times it's used.

Brown sliding barn door covering bathroom entry  

4. Closet Sliding Barn Doors

For built-in closets with wall space on either side, sliding barn doors are a charming alternative to regular closet doors. When closed, they conceal all the items masterfully. Easily slide them to one side to grab something.

White barn door used as closet door  

5. Pantry Sliding Barn Doors

In Southern California, ask any homeowner and they will tell you that the kitchen pantry is often is the last to be considered when decorating. Now you are finally able to match the pantry doors to the design of your kitchen and dining room with sliding barn doors!

Replace the pantry doors with sliding barn doors for a modern layout that will wow your guests. The pantry sliding barn door pictured below is a custom fashioned five panel barn door. See more sliding barn door styles here.

 
Pantry Sliding Barn Doors In Southern California
 

6. Sliding Barn Doors As Decorative TV Cover

If you don't’ have the TV on, the blank screen hangs on your wall. It doesn’t match the decor of the room. And you end up glaring at a black void. Why not hide the big screen with decorative sliding barn doors?

Custom crafted to the length and width of your TV, barn doors slide closed over the screen. And they move easily to the side for your viewing pleasure. You’ve just found the most sensible way to conceal your TV and have charming wall art with one product.

7. Sliding Barn Doors For Your Home Office

Get inspired in your home office with a sliding barn door. Slide it closed to eliminate distractions. Slide it open to take a break. Whether it’s closed or opened, you’re enjoying the natural elegance of a barn door tailored to your style.

Dark brown sliding barn door covering home office entry  

8. Sliding Barn Doors For Your Business

Take the modernized look of barn doors to your place of business with sliding barn doors. They’re a beautiful substitute for office doors. And they are sure to make an exceptional impression on guests and clients as conference room doors. Choose the style of sliding barn door that complements your brand best here.

9. Decorative Sliding Barn Doors

Utilize a sliding barn door in place of a door if only because it’s beautiful. Personalize it with your choice of style, options, and hardware. And your decorative sliding barn door stands out as a piece of art in any room.

Bright red barn door with black hardware next to chalkboard  

Get More Sliding Barn Door Inspiration

Searching for more uses for sliding barn doors? Look through our idea gallery for the most up to date images of sliding barn doors in Southern California.