How To Lock A Sliding Barn Door

If you’re reading this blog, then chances are you’ve already A) installed a sliding barn door, or B) thought about installing a sliding barn door. For that, we salute you.

Sliding barn doors are amazing accent pieces that can bring cozy country character and rustic style to any space. And as you may already know (or you’re about to find out), they make a great DIY project.

But as cool and charming as they may be, the last thing you want to compromise is your privacy and overall home security, right? Let’s face it, no guest wants to use a home bathroom that doesn’t lock. So if you’re asking yourself, can barn doors lock? The answer is yes!

If you’re installing a barn door for a bedroom or bathroom, you probably want a level of privacy that a freely-sliding barn door can’t afford. Or maybe you have small children that you don’t want wandering into certain rooms of the house? And even if you can lock up, can people still see into the room through the gap between wall and door?

Whatever the case may be, you can still have the charming rustic chic of a barn door AND your privacy. Depending on how prominent the room in your home or how you want to access it will give you ideas on the type of barn door lock system to install.

How to Lock a Sliding Barn Door

For rooms that have a steady flow of people traffic, you may want to opt for an entry sliding door lock. Keep in mind that entry sliding door locks come in right-handed and left-handed options. Depending on which way your door slides (if it’s a single-hung sliding door) or whether you’re a righty or a lefty may determine your choice if you choose this type of door lock.

If you’re locking a door from the inside (such a bathroom or bedroom), aesthetics matter, but functionality, privacy, and safety are important features to consider, too.  A teardrop sliding door lock is one option to consider for added privacy. The lock mounts to a door jamb to keep out prying eyes and keep barn doors shut.

We hope we’ve given you a few ideas for locking sliding barn doors that will suit your home and needs.

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