2 remove door and measure opening.
How to make a reclaimed wood barn door.
Begin with the top and side frames then the top horizontal pieces.
You don t need to buy the finish grade plywood instead purchase the cheapest plywood you can find because it will be covered up.
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3 cut your boards to size and create pattern.
If adding a door opening be sure to consult a licensed contractor or structural engineer to confirm.
Select the room and door you want to swap out for the barn wood door.
How to build a reclaimed wood sliding door step 1.
You can add the bottom face frame piece now like emily did or wait to install it after the herringbone barn door detail like suggested in the woodworking plans.
Cut two pieces of 2 x 6 wood to the height of the door.
Make sure these are fairly straight otherwise plane.
The plywood will offer strength and rigidity and will add some thickness to the barn door.
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To build your custom barn door you re going to need to purchase a 4 8 sheet of plywood.