We offer flat track hardware, box rail hardware, and architectural hardware. Here are the main differences and features of the three types. 

• Flat track: The track itself is a flat, rectangular shape. Hangers attach to the doors, with exposed wheels that roll on the track. With flat track, the big design feature is the shape of the hangers. You can go for our Classic hangers, or something sleek and top-mounted like Aero. Or you can go rustic with our Horseshoe flat track. We also have heavy duty and exterior flat tracks.

• Box rail: Box rail sliding door tracks have an enclosed box shaped track. Inside the track, a trolley rolls back and forth. The trolleys are top-mounted to the doors for a low profile final look. Box rail hardware has its origins in industrial applications. It’s an extremely stable, low-maintenance option well-suited to rustic or industrial décor styles. Box rail is appropriate for interior and exterior applications since its moving parts are concealed from the elements.

• Architectural: our architectural styles are our most design-forward sliding door hardware kits. They include a cylindrical rod (Swiss Rod) and a hexagon-shaped rod (Hexagonal Bar). These hardware kits offer a luxurious touch and whisper-quiet operation.

A single track can support a single door (the standard system) or two doors, which is called a bi-parting system. Bi-parting doors meet in the middle of the opening when closed. Bi-parting doors are an elegant solution for very large door openings.

A bypass barn door system includes two parallel tracks, with one or more doors on each track. This allows the doors to stack on top of each other when closed, and is the configuration of most traditional sliding closet doors. Bypassing barn doors are a space-saving option for very large door openings. We offer Classic Flat Track and Box Rail versions of bypassing barn door hardware.

The weight of your door(s) will determine the type of hardware you need. Our flat tracks and architectural hardware are good options for many standard size doors between 150-400lbs depending on the kit. However, if your door is heavy (between 400-800 lbs), then you'll need our heavy duty hardware, available in a Classic Flat Track option or in Box Rail. Our weight rating is per pair of hangers, since each door needs two hangers. So if for example you have two 600lb doors, you can use any of our barn door hardware kits that are weight rated for 600lbs or higher.

We offer multiple hardware finishes, including:

•  Black
• Dark bronze
• Galvanized steel
• Stainless steel
• Brass

We also offer specialty finishes, including metallic and spectrum color. Choose the finish that complements the rest of your décor and color scheme. If you already have stainless steel hardware elsewhere in the space, then you can coordinate seamlessly—or choose black hardware as a counterbalance. A luxurious finish like brass or rose gold metallic can add a glamorous touch to a room. And bright spectrum colors are great for kids’ playrooms, art studios, and other creative spaces.

If you are looking for exterior sliding barn door hardware, you’ll need a finish that can stand up to the elements, including moisture and salinity in coastal areas. Galvanized steel, stainless steel, and brass are all appropriate finish choices for exterior applications.

Our polymer wheel is made of 100% high quality black polymer. The steel wheel is mostly steel except for a polymer insert on the inside of the wheel, which helps it roll quietly. Both wheels are designed with quiet, smooth operation in mind, and both are extremely durable with equivalent weight ratings. The primary difference between them is aesthetic: the steel wheel coordinates well with stainless steel hardware and adds gleaming contrast to powder-coated hardware. If you like a luxe final look or prefer to avoid black, the steel wheel with hush inserts is the one for you.

Make sure to measure the door and the opening before you purchase any hardware. This will ensure that you get the right size for your space. As a rule, your track should be at least twice the width of the door. So if your door is 36 inches wide, the track should be 72 inches long. Why do we base this measurement off the door and not the opening? Sliding barn doors need to be a couple of inches wider than the opening they cover to provide sound sealing. So you should know the measurement of the opening and the door, but the width of the door is what you’ll use to determine track length. It’s important to ensure that you will have enough clearance on the wall for the door. Check out the full How to Measure for a Barn Door - An Illustrated Guide for more details.

Installing barn door hardware is relatively simple, but there are a few things to keep in mind. First, be sure to follow the instructions carefully. Second, use a level when mounting the hardware to the wall, to ensure that it is installed correctly.

You can also choose to install a header board, which is ideal if the studs in the wall don’t align with the fasteners for the track (this happens frequently in older homes). Finally, you’ll need to install a floor guide so that the door stays aligned with the track. We offer four different types of floor guides, and we have something for every application, from standard size doors to very thick doors, and in floor or wall mounted options. For the complete installation instructions, check out our Technical Guides.

You can request a free, no-obligation quote through our submission form on our website or by calling us at (253) 853-3815 or emailing us at info@realcraft.com.

Yes, we offer several hardware kits that are suitable for commercial use.

Our hardware kits come with a 2-year limited warranty, ensuring your investment is protected. Read our full Warranty Information.

Our hardware is proudly machined here in the Puget Sound area of Washington state.

Yes! All orders over $399 qualify for standard free shipping.