You ll need a set of sliding door hardware as well as a door that s large enough to cover your opening.
How to turn a door into a sliding door.
Ok here s what to do to turn a door into a sliding door.
Trade your ordinary interior door for a farm chic sliding barn door with these easy steps.
Because this was an old door the hinges had been painted over several times.
Then measure horizontally across the.
Next install the hardware.
To get this hinged barn door diy project party started begin by gently removing the interior door trim with a pry bar.
To get the hinges off first i had to get the paint off.
Use a pry bar and a hammer to gently remove the interior door trim.
Save the trim to be used elsewhere.
Trim any added door length.
Make sure the sliding glass door works properly.
To get the door ready for this project remove all the old hardware from the door i e the hinges and doorknob.
Use a template to mark the holes for your door hardware then drill the holes making sure to hold the drill perpendicular to the floor.
How to convert hinged doors to sliding doors.
Caulk the door and add trim on the inside and outside.
Measure the length of the door opening from top to bottom.
Using the sliding glass door instructions install the door into the frame.
Slide one door closed against the side of the jamb.
Measure the top and install the railing system.