Check the alignment of both sets of tracks guides with a spirit level.
How to convert double doors into sliding doors.
To get the door ready for this project remove all the old hardware from the door i e the hinges and doorknob.
I would gladly take bi fold doors in a heartbeat.
Remove the two doors with the help of a partner.
These sliding doors are so easy to install and use and saves space.
I would much rather have sliding doors that don t really overlap than have swinging doors blocking the hallway.
Today we are taking some standard interior doors and turning them into sliding closet doors.
I believe in you you can do it.
When choosing a door for this project it s better to have one that is about an inch larger than the frame on each side.
I have sliding doors on my current closet and i hate them.
Half the issue is that they are really low quality sliding doors so they don t slide.
This is an easy diy for anyone.
Bcworkz aug 11 12 at 0 55.
Wouldn t bother me at all.
Insert the rollers into the upper track and hang the door in place.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 if hanging more than one sliding door.
Slide one door closed against the side of the jamb.
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Ok here s what to do to turn a door into a sliding door.
As bmitch indicated you could always add casing to create an overlap if that s an issue.
Go from swing to sling in a few easy steps taking the initial plunge into a diy sliding barn door project may seem like a big dive but we re here to show you how easy it can be to convert your hinged doors into sliding doors in five easy steps.
Someone has the doors while the other one unscrews the hinges with a power screwdriver.
Attach the bottom door guides track from the hardware kit to the door sill per the manufacturer s instructions.