Recently, I have seen the figure of barn doors in many decoration cases, because they not only have high appearance, good aesthetics, but also save space. Many friends have a strong interest in barn doors, so let me take you all to understand what a barn door is and what are its advantages and disadvantages?
What is a barn door?
The barn door, as the name suggests, is a door used as a warehouse, originating from foreign farms. It is equipped with guide rails and can be opened by sliding. In recent years, it has emerged that designers cleverly apply it to home decoration, which is simple and practical and has been favored by many consumers.
What are the advantages of barn doors?
1. Good looking and personalized
The barn door can be made of various materials according to needs, such as logs, solid wood composites, glass, etc. The combination of wood and metal gives a feeling of antiquity but not rigidity. At the same time, it can be paired with various styles without any sense of conflict, such as rural style, modern minimalist style, etc. It can even be mixed and matched with the same style. Almost all indoor styles can become the best partner with them. So there is basically no style limitation for barn doors, and most decoration styles can be used.
2. Reusable.
The barn door can be dismantled. If you move, you can directly disassemble and reinstall it in your new home, which can save costs compared to traditional custom doors.
3. The price is not expensive
The price of barn doors ranges from a few hundred to several thousand yuan, mainly based on the selection of hardware components. Choose high-quality hardware components, and you can configure a good door for 2000 yuan. It is recommended to use good guide rails, which will give you a more comfortable experience.
4. Can DIY
Compared to traditional custom doors, barn doors do not require precise measurements. After collaborating with family members to measure, they can be installed immediately. Of course, barn doors come with installation instructions, so installing according to the instructions will not be too difficult.
What are the drawbacks of barn doors?
1. Generally airtight
The barn door has relatively poor sealing and sound insulation effects due to the external guide rail and the use of sliding.
2. There are restrictions on installing walls
The barn door is suspended, so there are requirements for the wall during installation. Concrete pouring or red brick walls are definitely not a problem, but if they are hollow bricks, it is recommended not to install barn doors.
3. General security and anti-theft performance
The barn door is a sliding door, and the lock style is generally chosen for the lock, which may not be as safe.
