Uploaded May 2023 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
Hey friends, let's build another sliding door! Last year I shared a modern frosted glass sliding door project I built for my laundry room and this time, I'm sharing a second one--with geometric wood slats--that I build for our guest bathroom.
Before we dive in...I am very aware that while sliding doors are "trendy," they seem to spark mixed feelings among the crowds haha. So if you aren't a fan of sliding doors, I get it. Tune back in next video :)
This bathroom is directly off our guest bedroom and the existing door opened right into the closet door and it just made the entrance feel really cramped. Adding a sliding door here gave this space both floor space and character and I'm excited to show you how it came together.
Grab the project details, diagrams, and step by step build instructions here:
woodshopdiaries.com/build-a-geometric-wood-slat-sliding-door
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Helpful resources for the build:
How to cut plywood sheets: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to apply edge banding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
Tools and Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Cutting Guides–Kreg Rip Cut & Kreg AccuCut (optional): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ & amzn.to/3HB8FEY
Brad Nailer: homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Ratchet & Sockets (various sizes–used to install sliding rail)
Wrench (to install sliding rail)
Level
Stud finder
Drill Bits (various sizes to install hardware)
Materials:
(1) 4×8 sheet ¾″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
Prefinished oak slats (amount will vary based on your design–I used 2 boxes for this door): homedepot.sjv.io/anKeyN
1x4x8 board
Sliding Door Hardware Kit (length will depend on door size): amzn.to/3qcbRkc
¾″ edge banding & 1 ½″ edge banding: amzn.to/434QtMw & amzn.to/3WAMODB
¾″, 1 ¼″, and 1 ¾″ brad nails
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3Wwl9Uk
Wood Stain/Paint
Trim Caulk
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:53 Cut plywood to assemble sliding door
03:06 Assemble Sliding Door
04:12 Finish Door (plus shenanigans)
04:55 Add wood slats to sliding door
08:48 Install new door trim
10:10 Install sliding door hardware
13:36 Hang sliding door
14:13 Adjust guides on sliding door hardware kit
15:20 Final touch ups and conclusion
Hey friends, let's build another sliding door! Last year I shared a modern frosted glass sliding door project I built for my laundry room and this time, I'm sharing a second one--with geometric wood slats--that I build for our guest bathroom.
Before we dive in...I am very aware that while sliding doors are "trendy," they seem to spark mixed feelings among the crowds haha. So if you aren't a fan of sliding doors, I get it. Tune back in next video :)
This bathroom is directly off our guest bedroom and the existing door opened right into the closet door and it just made the entrance feel really cramped. Adding a sliding door here gave this space both floor space and character and I'm excited to show you how it came together.
Grab the project details, diagrams, and step by step build instructions here:
woodshopdiaries.com/build-a-geometric-wood-slat-sliding-door
Follow Woodshop Diaries On:
Website: woodshopdiaries.com
TikTok: tiktok.com/@woodshopdiaries?
Facebook: facebook.com/woodshopdiaries
Instagram: instagram.com/woodshopdiaries
Pinterest: pinterest.com/sharamccuiston
SHOP NEW WOODWORKING TEES AND BUILDING PLANS HERE:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.com
Helpful resources for the build:
How to cut plywood sheets: woodshopdiaries.com/cut-down-plywood-sheets-with-circular-saw
How to apply edge banding: woodshopdiaries.com/how-to-cover-plywood-edges
Tools and Materials:
*Affiliate links below
Tools:
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/Aoo6Ya
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/b3DkDx
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Cutting Guides–Kreg Rip Cut & Kreg AccuCut (optional): amzn.to/3Y38tDQ & amzn.to/3HB8FEY
Brad Nailer: homedepot.sjv.io/c/1404662/1354698/8154
Ratchet & Sockets (various sizes–used to install sliding rail)
Wrench (to install sliding rail)
Level
Stud finder
Drill Bits (various sizes to install hardware)
Materials:
(1) 4×8 sheet ¾″ plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
Prefinished oak slats (amount will vary based on your design–I used 2 boxes for this door): homedepot.sjv.io/anKeyN
1x4x8 board
Sliding Door Hardware Kit (length will depend on door size): amzn.to/3qcbRkc
¾″ edge banding & 1 ½″ edge banding: amzn.to/434QtMw & amzn.to/3WAMODB
¾″, 1 ¼″, and 1 ¾″ brad nails
Wood Glue: amzn.to/3Wwl9Uk
Wood Stain/Paint
Trim Caulk
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:53 Cut plywood to assemble sliding door
03:06 Assemble Sliding Door
04:12 Finish Door (plus shenanigans)
04:55 Add wood slats to sliding door
08:48 Install new door trim
10:10 Install sliding door hardware
13:36 Hang sliding door
14:13 Adjust guides on sliding door hardware kit
15:20 Final touch ups and conclusion
