If you're planning to put a barn door in your home, one thing you must not skip is the barn door track system. That's the part that helps your door slide smoothly on the wall. A strong and right track makes sure your door works well for years.

Let's talk about what it is, how it works, and which type might be best for your home.

What is a Barn Door Track?

A sliding door track is a metal rail that gets fixed on the wall or ceiling. Your barn door hangs on it using rollers. This is how the door moves from side to side instead of opening like a normal one.

These tracks are made of steel or aluminum, and they come in different styles and sizes. Some are straight and simple, while others have fancy brackets or finishes.

Single vs Double Track Systems

  • Single Track – Most common. Good for one door that slides either left or right.
  • Double Track – Used when you got two doors that meet in the middle or slide opposite ways. Perfect for big rooms or wide doorways.

If you want to use a room divider or want a wide opening for living rooms or closets, go for a double barn door track system.

Rollers Make the Difference

Barn door rollers are small wheels that sit on top of the door and run on the track. Good rollers make sure the door glides smooth and quiet.

Look for soft-close or rubber-coated rollers if you don't want loud sounds when sliding the door.

Mounting Types

There's two main ways to fix your barn door track:

  • Wall mount barn door track – most popular, goes above the doorway
  • Ceiling mount – for rooms with no space on walls, or where doors hang from beams

Two Great Track System Options

Need a good track that lasts?

  • Try our Classic Barn Door Track System – it's simple, strong, and easy to install.
  • Or check the Double Track Bypass Kit – perfect when you need two doors on the same wall space.

Final Words

A barn door is only as good as its track. Make sure to choose a solid barn door track system that fits your home and door size. This way, your door will slide nice and last long.

Explore more track kits on our store. We ship all across the U.S. and have styles for every room and every door.