Installing an exterior barn door is a pretty approachable DIY project for a weekend. This guide covers everything needed, from materials and hardware to mounting tips and sealing for weather protection. Time neededRoughly 4 to 6 hours for the installation itself. Add 24 hours for paint or stain to dry before mounting hardware. Content What to Buy and What…

Front doors do a lot more than protect your home’s security. They’re the first thing visitors see when they approach your home aside from its general exterior appearance. If a visitor notices worn-out or outdated hardware on the door, no amount of careful painting will distract them. Yet updating the hardware on a front door, or…