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Introducing Our New Box Rail 1000-lb Sliding Door Hardware Kit
Introducing RealCraft’s newest innovation—the Box Rail 1000-lb Sliding Door Kit. Designed for large, heavy doors, this durable hardware solution delivers smooth, effortless sliding while standing up to the toughest applications. Perfect for both commercial and residential projects, with custom finishes available.
How to Protect Your Wood Doors from the Elements: Tips for Longevity
Wooden doors add natural beauty and charm to your home, but they need some care to stay in top condition. In this post, we cover simple yet essential tips to protect your wood doors from the elements—like installing a permanent overhang, touching up hardware, and sealing joints to prevent water and sun damage. A little maintenance goes a long way in keeping your wood doors looking and functioning beautifully for years to come!
Wood Finishes, Explained
Ready to become a wood finish expert? Read on.
Crafting Doors with Heart: The Don Rees Story
Explore the captivating story of Don Rees, who transitioned from finance to founding RealCraft. Watch as Don shares his journey in an exclusive interview with Nate from Essential Craftsman.
Vision to Reality: RealCraft & Back To The Studs
Join us on a visual journey with Brad & Sean from Back To The Studs as we transform a vision into reality. Dive into the meticulous process of crafting their dream Mid-Century Modern Front Door. From the initial design decisions to the final touches that welcome guests, discover how RealCraft brings bespoke beauty to life.
Crafting Connections: RealCraft x Essential Craftsmanship
We partnered with the popular YouTube channel Essential Craftsman to create a stunning custom white oak front door for their latest project. Watch as our skilled artisans meticulously handcraft this one-of-a-kind door, combining traditional techniques with modern design elements. From wood selection to the final installation, we'll take you behind the scenes of this exciting collaboration.
Unlock the Secret to Long-Lasting Exterior Wood Doors
Everything you need to know to care for your entry door.
What is Shou Sugi Ban?
Learn more about our newest product, inspired by centuries of Japanese tradition.
How New Doors Transformed A Historical Building
Located in Anaheim, California, the Founders' Park is a beautiful, 20-acre historical site surrounded by nature.We had the chance to craft beautiful carriage doors, front doors, sliding doors, and all the hardware, including our Box Rail Sliding Hardware and our Hand-forged handles.Now let's take a look at this beautiful project during the sunset!
How To Create A Serenity Room In 10 Steps
Do you ever feel like you need some time to yourself? Some time to relax and de-stress? If so, then you should consider creating your own serenity room. A serenity room can be a great way to improve your mental health and create a cozy space in your home where you can escape from the world. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 different ways that you can create your own serenity room. Let's get started!
10 Ways To Create A Modern Interior
Are you looking to create a modern interior design scheme in your home but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve been living with the same décor for years and feel like it’s time for a change. In either case, this blog post is for you! We’re going to take a look at ten ways you can create a modern interior design scheme in your own home, whatever your style or budget may be. So read on and get inspired!
How To Choose The Best Side For Your Sliding Door Handle
When shopping for barn doors online, a general question is: how do I indicate the placement side for my barn door handle? If this information is not communicated clearly, you might end up with your door handles and door carved on the wrong side.
In today's blog post, we will share an illustrated guide on effectively communicating the handle placement needs for your project.
How Much Is A Barn Door Hardware Kit?
In today's post, we will cover six common variables that affect barn door hardware costs on the market: Track Length, Material, Manufacturing, Application, Design & Shipping.
What Is Powder Coating?
Powder coating is a finish that can be applied to metals and other surfaces. It provides an attractive, durable, and easy-to-maintain surface for many different products. In this article, you will learn what powder coating is, its many benefits.
RealCraft & This Old House: The Modern Barnhouse
RealCraft recently partnered with This Old House and Amy Matthews on a unique Modern Barnhouse nestled in St. Croix, Minnesota.Designer and homeowner Amy Mathews wanted to create a Scandinavian-inspired oasis that still preserved the property's natural and historic buildings.RealCraft was able to help with the project by supplying an essential set of carriage doors for the reclaimed workshop. Check out the final result and get inspired with these beautiful pictures!
Coastal Décor: 10 Ways To Transform Your Space Into a Beach Paradise
Coastal décor is often defined by its use of bold horizontal stripes and nautical motifs, but an excess of beachy décor can quickly take a space from coastal to kitschy. To achieve the look without going overboard, start small.
Coastal style is beachy. Through the use of natural light, soft tones, and a clean aesthetic, it's meant to evoke the breeziness of the beach, with the feeling of summer year-round.
Here are 10 ways you can incorporate coastal décor into your space.
10 Ways to Enhance the Curbside Appeal of Your Home
Have you ever driven past a house that looked so stunning from the outside that you could only dream of how gorgeous it would be inside?
Those are the houses with a great curbside appeal.
It can be easy to get so caught up in improving the inside of your home that you forget to address the exterior of it. However, improving the curbside appeal of your property will boost its value and give you an outdoor space you can’t wait to spend time in.
Check out these 10 ideas that will improve your ...
10 Ways to Transform Your Space Into a Boho Sanctuary
The Bohemian, also known as Boho interior design style, is becoming increasingly popular among homeowners and designers, and it is very easy to see why. This free-spirited airy style weaves in elements of nature, creativity, and comfort to create a highly inviting and peaceful space. Whether you are decorating an apartment, specific room, or your entire home, the Boho style can be an excellent option.
Here are a few simple ways to transform your space into a Zen Boho sanctuary!
Customer Highlight: Custom Carriage Doors for McIntyre Furniture
Our customer (and neighbor in WA) Kim McIntyre from McIntyre Furniture was on the hunt for the perfect doors for her newly renovated shop. The new shop has a modern, bright, and friendly look, and Kim was looking for a door solution that would allow a lot of daylight to come in for visibility and product photos without compromising aesthetics. Join us in uncovering this amazing story featuring a beautiful set of handmade Douglas Fir Carriage Doors.
Sliding Door Operation: Standard, Bi-part, Bypass, Pocket, and Wall-Mounted Explained
One of the best parts about sliding doors is that there are several operation options to choose from. Each type of sliding door system has its unique advantages and use cases. Learn the difference between standard, bi-part, bypass, pocket, and wall mounted and discover which sliding door operation is the best option for your space.
How to Decorate Your Home With Stainless Steel
The popularity and use of stainless steel have been on the rise recently. For many people, when they think of stainless steel, the adjectives of cold, bland, and unwelcoming have been synonymous, but as modern design has demonstrated, stainless steel can be used in many ways to make stylish, interesting spaces.Other than aesthetic appearance, Stainless Steel is also a resistant and very easy to clean and maintain material. If you’re unsure how stainless steel can work in your space, then chec...
10 Reasons To Fall In Love With French Doors
The French Door design is a style that has been around for hundreds of years, but it is still very fresh and relevant. If you’re considering adding French Doors to your home or business, then there are some wonderful benefits that you should know about. Check out our list of 10 great benefits to installing French Doors.
5 Benefits Of Butcher Block Countertops
Here at RealCraft, we offer some of the best Butch Block Countertops on the market all of which are handcrafted in Gig Harbor, WA. However, to really get a feel for whether a Butch Block Countertop is the right choice for you, take a look at these five benefits.
What is a Support Track Header (Ledger Board) for Sliding Barn Doors? | RealCraft
A Track Support Header (Ledger Board) is a custom-cut and custom-finished slab of wood prepared for your specific specifications and door dimensions. The use of a Ledger Board is highly recommended for all barn door installations where there is no wood blocking on the wall. Learn more about what is Support Track Header (Ledger Board) a when to use it.
Behind The Scenes: Hand-Forged Hardware
behind the scenes: hand-forged hardware Long time no see! After a little hiatus, we are back with our weekly blog post!. This week we will share a little bit on How We Make Our Hand-Forged Door Hardware! If you follow...
How to Install a Franklin Autoswing Carriage Garage Door Opener
The Ultimate Guide on How to Install Franklin Autoswing® Swinging Carriage Garage Door Opener Important Notice: This tutorial is just an additional guide for the installation of the Franklin carriage garage door kit and do not substitute the current Franklin...
An Afternoon At The Shop
An Afternoon at the Shop. WHERE IDEAS BECOME REALITY. For you, with love. When we say we build our barn doors and carriage doors by hand and with love, we really mean it. This week we spent an afternoon with...
Customer Feature: Installing a Barn Wood Accent Wall With Cindy
This week we received a BEAUTIFUL project update from our customer and neighbor Cindy R! In this project, Cindy added a reclaimed wood accent wall to their home’s living room. With the help of two neighbors, Cindy installed a full wall in a total of seven hours and just two days!
Let’s take a look at the accent wall installation process, shall we?
Barn Door Hardware: How to Select a Style +20 AMAZING ideas!
We all know that sliding barn doors are beautiful, but did you know that the barn door hardware kit is just as crucial for the door’s correct operation?
Take a look at this beautiful hardware picture selection and some tips to help you pick the right hardware for your project!
Sliding Barn Door: +50 Beautiful Ideas For Your Next Project
Get Inspired by these +50 beautiful sliding barn door ideas! Why sliding barn doors? More than just a space saver, sliding barn doors have become an iconic decoration piece by itself. Sliding barn doors are available in a vast selection...
Butcher Block Countertops: 20 ideas to inspire your next project
Looking for the perfect surface for your next countertop or kitchen island? Wood Butcher Block Countertops are the best, most versatile solution for your next project!
How to Shop for a Barn Door Plus 10 Mistakes to Avoid
Installing a barn door and sliding hardware yourself can seem daunting, but it’s actually very easy! Here is a list of 10 things to consider before you begin.
Iroko Wood Sample
$15.00
Select 5 wood samples of any species and receive free shipping and a $100 credit towards your next door, shelf, mantle, or countertop purchase. Dimensions: 5" x 5" x .75" Finish: Clear Finish or Stain Colors
Plain Sawn White Oak Wood Sample
$15.00
Select 5 wood samples of any species and receive free shipping and a $100 credit towards your next door, shelf, mantle, or countertop purchase. Dimensions: 5" x 5" x .75" Finish: Clear Finish or Stain Colors