How to build barn door console or buffet - free plans by ANA-WHITE.com
See also: Simplified 8' Barn Door Console Plans

Preparation
- 2 - 2x10 @ 8 feet long
- 2 - 1x8 @ 8 feet long
- 2 - 1x10 @ 8 feet long
- 1 sheet of 1/4" thick plywood or hardboard (for back)
- 3 - 1x2 @ 8 feet long
- 4 - 1x4 @ 8 feet long
- 6 - 2x3 @ 8 feet long
- 2 - project panel pieces 17-1/4" x 36" (may be advertised as 18" wide project panel - measure in store)
- Hardware for sliding doors
Frames
- 4 - 2x3 @ 84"
- 4 - 2x3 @ 17"
- 4 - 2x3 @ 14"
Sides
- 2 - 3/4" thick project panels or plywood 36" x 17-1/4"
Face Frame
- 5 - 1x4 @ 36"
- 8 - 1x4 @ 17-3/4"
Shelves
- 2 - 1x8 @ 87"
- 2 - 1x10 @ 87"
Middle Shelf Supports and Cleats
- 5 - 1x2 @ 14"
- 5 - 1x2 @ 17"
Back
- 1/4" plywood pieces 36" long
Bottom Trim
- 1 - 1x2 @ 90" - both ends cut at 45 degrees, NOT parallel, longest point measurement
- 2 - 1x2 @ 18-3/4" - one end cut at 45 degrees, longest point measurement
Top
- 2 - 2x10 @ 91"
- Doors are cut to fit, overall 20" x 30"
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
Step 1
Build two frames out of 2x3s. The frames should be screwed together as this is the main support for the entire piece. Use 2-1/2" or longer screws, or for those of you with a Kreg Jig, use 1-1/2" pocket holes and 2-1/2" pocket hole screws. Don't forget to glue the joints.
Don't be concrened about being perfect here, the entire frame is concealed.
Step 2
For the sides, add the side panels. This plan is designed to work with project panels 17-1/4" wide. You can use any material here, plywood or reclaimed wood too. I recommend screwing these to the frames, but you could also use nails and glue - nails should be at least 1-1/4" long. I love how the back overhangs by 1/4" to conceal the back (will put that on in later steps).
Step 3
Step 4
Step 6
Step 8
To get the planked look on the back of the console, Nikki ripped 1/4" plywood into strips and then attached the individual strips to the back. You can also use full sheet of 1/4" plywood. You can use shorter nails here but if you don't want to buy a shorter nail (3/4" would be ideal) the 1-1/4" nails would be fine.
Step 9
Step 10
Step 11
Nikki built the doors shown with 1/2" plywood with smaller strips nailed on top, but you can use a variety of different methods to build the doors (love the reclaimed wood!) Nikki makes her own sliding door hardware too.
Jaime from That's My Letter provides a good tutorial on her sliding door hardware if you want to check that out.
It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed.
Comments
tlsellen91
Thu, 11/19/2015 - 07:37
Barn door
How do you make the X's on the front of the barn doors?
hcbryan
Thu, 12/10/2015 - 10:01
Count your Blessings sign
Is there a tutorial on how to make the Count your Blessings sign, or a place to purchase?
In reply to Count your Blessings sign by hcbryan
Ana White
Sat, 12/12/2015 - 13:30
This may help! https://www
This may help! https://www.instagram.com/p/9qzDuUslSx/?taken-by=nikki_grandy
Remerson
Mon, 12/28/2015 - 20:13
4 - 2x3 @ 14" frame cut list
I am confused about the frame cut list where it states 4 - 2x3 @ 14".....why 14"? Shouldn't there be 8 - 2x3 @ 17"??? Hoping to make this in a 5' length as shown in gray. Not sure if she still used 1x4" for the face frames but I'll figure that out later. Wish me luck!!
Ana White Admin
Tue, 12/29/2015 - 16:58
14" cuts
Take a look at the diagram just above step one. See how the two middle 2x3's are inside the frame? Now look at the two at the ends. Do you see the difference?
Remerson
Wed, 12/30/2015 - 17:02
Silly me! Thank you, I see it
Silly me! Thank you, I see it now!
Tishaj56
Fri, 02/19/2021 - 05:11
Thank you so much please help
Ana on the barn doors, can you please tell me the thickness or how you made them please. I did mine but I believe they’re too thick for the hardware.
BlakeBurns20
Tue, 01/05/2016 - 13:32
Hardware???
Has anyone found where we could get the hardware for this plan? I wan't to get the ball rolling on this one. Need help ASAP!!!
Lvc1013
Fri, 01/08/2016 - 18:32
Can't find 2x3s!!!
We are having a really hard time finding 2x3s like this plan calls for. Can anyone provide any info on where to get 2x3 instead of just 2x4s???
In reply to Can't find 2x3s!!! by Lvc1013
mcgypsy9@aol.com
Fri, 01/08/2016 - 22:00
2x3s.
i can always get these at Lowes. Sometimes they are in odd places and you may need to ask someone where they are. The first few times I was looking for them I couldn't find them either. Good luck!