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From Ordinary Doorway to Extraordinary Feature!

Why settle for ordinary doors when you could have something beautiful?

Transform a standard opening with stunning, handcrafted cedar barn doors — using affordable fence pickets and our budget-friendly, step-by-step DIY method.

The custom barn door look. Without the custom door price tag!

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Your Doorway Could Be So Much More.

Every home has those ordinary openings — functional, sure, but not exactly exciting.

Maybe it's the entrance to your family room, a basement space, or an opening that could use a little more privacy and personality - our washer and dryer were not a welcome addition to our home office space!

You've probably seen those gorgeous sliding barn doors in designer homes and thought, "I'd LOVE something like that!"

Then you see the price.

Beautiful custom wood doors can cost hundreds — even thousands — of dollars.

We wanted that beautiful, custom-made look. Just not the custom-made price!

Real Cedar. Real Character. Real Savings!

Our solution? Build our own beautiful farmhouse barn doors using inexpensive cedar fence pickets!

That's right — the same affordable cedar boards you can find at your local home center can become a stunning pair of sliding doors.

We love the warmth, natural texture, and rustic character of cedar. With a thoughtful design and the right approach, simple materials can create something that looks anything but ordinary.

Beautiful doors. Budget-friendly materials. Built by YOU!

We Figured Out the Process. Now We'll Show You How.

Building barn doors might sound intimidating.

How wide should they be? How do you keep everything straight and aligned? What materials do you need? And what about that sliding hardware?

That's where a little guidance can make a BIG difference.

We've put our Cedar Farmhouse Barn Door method into a straightforward, 12-page visual guide designed to help you tackle the build with confidence.

Inside the guide:

  • Clear, step-by-step instructions with photos

  • Organized tools and materials lists

  • Our budget-friendly cedar fence picket construction method

  • Recommended sliding-door hardware

  • Practical building guidance from experienced DIY educators

No endless searching. No trying to piece together a dozen different tutorials.

Just a clear plan to help you create something beautiful!

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Take a Peek Inside the Guide!

Want to see what you're getting?

Take a quick look inside our Cedar Barn Doors Guide!

You'll find helpful project photos, tools and materials lists, and clear, step-by-step instructions designed to take the guesswork out of creating these beautiful doors.

We've done the planning and broken down the process so you can spend less time wondering where to begin and more time building!

Take a look — then get ready to DIY!

 

Beautiful Results. Smaller Budget.

Create custom-looking cedar barn doors without paying custom-door prices. Our approach turns inexpensive cedar fence pickets into a beautiful architectural feature.

Skip the Guesswork.

Get clear, step-by-step photos, organized tools and materials lists, and practical building guidance to help you move from planning to finished doors with confidence.

Learn from Experienced Teachers.

We're not just DIYers — we're educators, too! We love breaking projects down into approachable steps so you can feel confident creating something beautiful yourself.

THE PGH DIY WAY

Real Projects. Practical Guidance. More Time for What Matters.

We're Sarah and Vince — passionate DIYers, experienced public school teachers, and busy parents of four.

We've spent years figuring out how to make beautiful, functional home projects simpler, smarter, and actually doable.

And as teachers, we know how to break down intimidating projects into clear, manageable steps.

We've done the research, made the mistakes, learned the shortcuts, and worked through the challenges — so you don't have to start from scratch.

Because we believe creating a home you love shouldn't consume your life.

Less guesswork. More confidence. Beautiful results. And more time for the people and moments that matter most.

That's the PGH DIY Way.

Beautiful Barn Doors. Built by YOU!

Imagine transforming an ordinary doorway into one of the most beautiful features in your home.

Natural cedar. Gorgeous texture. That timeless farmhouse character.

And the satisfaction of knowing YOU built it!

You bring the creativity. We'll bring the game plan.

YES! LET'S BUILD THESE DOORS!

Marsha B - CA

"I've always loved the look of sliding barn doors, but the thought of building them myself was pretty intimidating. I had no idea where to start with measurements, materials, or hardware! This guide made the whole process feel so much more manageable. The step-by-step photos were incredibly helpful, and you can really tell Sarah and Vince know how to TEACH, not just build. Having a clear plan gave me the confidence to tackle a project I never thought I could do!"

Teresa W - OR

"I can't believe this is the same folding table we've had for years! The cedar herringbone top looks like something from a custom furniture shop, and everyone asks where we bought it. The fact that we made it ourselves makes it even better!"

 

Custom Look. DIY Price Tag.

Love the look of handcrafted wood furniture? So do we!

But when you start shopping for custom-made tabletop covers or handcrafted herringbone furniture, those beautiful details can get expensive.

The 'Project Path' Math

Three Paths to a Showstopping Table. Which One Will You Take?

(*Illustrative scenario only, assuming a comparable basic project. *DIY hours are hypothetical, not measured outcomes; contractor hours count only homeowner involvement and exclude the professional's labor and scheduling delay.)

The Custom Woodworker Math

~$300 - $1,000

Handcrafted woodwork from a custom maker or Etsy seller.

Plus potential shipping, delivery, and customization costs.

Custom production time + shipping or delivery.

Pricing and timelines vary by size, design, and seller.

Your Time: Weeks not Days

Your coordination time

(*this is an estimate, individual contractors, materials, rates will vary by region/expertise)

The Winging-It DIY Path Math

~$225 - $400

Materials + Mistakes

Cedar + backing materials + supplies + potential wasted cuts.

Research + Layout + Build + REWORK

Calculating herringbone angles, repeating precise cuts, figuring out the layered construction, and getting the cover to fit.

The Build PLUS Trial & Error

Extra boards, tool purchases, and rework can increase costs and time. 

Your Time: ~*12-20 hrs+

Research + build + rework allowance

Roughly: Multiple Weekends

(*this is an estimate, individual results vary)

The PGH DIY Path Math

~$127 - $207

Affordable cedar + project supplies + our step-by-step game plan.

YOUR TIME: Plan + Build + ENJOY!

Follow our visual instructions for the herringbone layout, precise cuts, and layered tabletop construction.

The Build, Without Starting from Scratch

Your actual material costs and project time depend on table size, tools, and experience.

Your Time: ~8-12 hrs

Planning + build + adjustments

Roughly: A Weekend - Sarah & Vince's Install Time

(*this is an estimate, individual results vary)

There's always Path #4: Do Nothing.

But you've already imagined how great this project could look in your home. Where's the fun in leaving it on the someday list?

 

...A Little More Math:

The Custom Woodworker Path

Their craftsmanship, your checkbook.

 

Pros:

  • Beautiful, handcrafted results

  • Custom sizing and finish options

  • No measuring, cutting, or building for you

Cons:

  • Potentially $300–$1,000+ for custom woodwork

  • Shipping or delivery costs may apply

  • Production and delivery lead times

  • You'll need to confirm the design fits your folding table

  • No DIY experience or skills gained

*Largest FINANCIAL investment of the three paths

The Winging-It DIY Path

YouTube, Pinterest & crossed fingers.

 

Pros:

  • Free online inspiration and tutorials

  • Total creative freedom

  • The satisfaction of building it yourself

Cons:

  • Calculating the herringbone layout and angles yourself

  • Lots of precise, repetitive cuts — small mistakes add up!

  • Figuring out how to layer and assemble the cover

  • Getting the finished dimensions right for your folding table

  • Potential wasted cedar, frustrating re-cuts, and extra store trips

  • Scattered instructions and hours of extra research

 

*Largest TIME and GUESSWORK investment of the three paths

The PGH DIY Path

Your hands. Our game plan.

 

Pros:

  • Clear, step-by-step photo guidance

  • Organized tools and materials lists

  • A planned approach to the herringbone layout and construction

  • Less guesswork and fewer avoidable mistakes

  • Transform the folding table you already own

  • A stunning tabletop that can double as wall art when not in use

  • The incredible pride of saying, "I MADE THAT!"

Cons:

  • You'll still need tools, materials, and hands-on building time

  • Careful measuring and cutting are still part of the fun!

*The largest INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF — with a beautiful project to show for it!

Why Pay for Someone Else's Craftsmanship — or Spend Hours Figuring It Out Alone?

With the PGH DIY Guide, you get the satisfaction of building something beautiful yourself, with a proven method to help you get there.

You bring the creativity. We'll bring the game plan.

 "The next time someone asks where you bought that gorgeous table, imagine being able to say, 'Actually... I MADE IT!'"

Your Next Gathering Deserves a Little WOW!

Just imagine...

A beautifully styled table, surrounded by the people you love, with a stunning cedar herringbone centerpiece that YOU created.

And when everyone goes home?

That beautiful creation gets a second life as artwork on your wall.

One project. Two beautiful purposes. Endless compliments.

We've figured out the method, broken down the steps, and put everything together in one easy-to-follow guide.

Now it's your turn to create something extraordinary.

Beautiful results. Budget-friendly materials. And a whole lot of DIY pride!

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