Ceiling mount barn door hardware is a specialized sliding system designed for situations where there is no wall space above the opening or where the wall isn't structurally suited for a traditional mount. Instead of anchoring to the wall, the track is secured directly into the ceiling or an overhead structural beam.

• Solving Clearance Issues: This is the perfect solution when you have a "floor-to-ceiling" opening or when there is a large header/transom window above the door that prevents wall mounting.
• Modern Aesthetic: Because the track is flush with or suspended from the ceiling, it creates a sleek, floating appearance. It is a popular choice for modern room dividers and "invisible" closet entries.
• Unique Brackets: Ceiling mount kits utilize specialized vertical brackets that hold the track securely from above. This allows the door to slide parallel to the wall without actually touching it.
• Versatile Room Dividers: This hardware is frequently used to divide large open-concept spaces (like loft apartments or office studios) where a wall-to-wall track is needed to create a temporary partition.

The decision to use a ceiling mount system is usually driven by the structural layout of your room or a specific aesthetic goal that traditional wall mounts cannot achieve.

• Lack of Wall Space: If your opening extends all the way to the ceiling, or if there is a window, transom, or decorative trim directly above the door, there is no surface to anchor a wall-mount track. A ceiling mount solves this by utilizing the overhead space.
• Non-Structural Walls: In some modern constructions, the wall directly above a doorway may not have the necessary studs or structural "header" to support a heavy sliding door. Mounting into the ceiling joists often provides a more secure, load-bearing alternative.
• Creating Room Dividers: Ceiling mounts are the go-to choice for creating partitions in open-concept lofts or offices. Since you aren't restricted to a wall, you can install the track in the middle of a room to divide a space into two separate areas.
• The "Floating" Look: From a design perspective, ceiling-mounted hardware offers a clean, floor-to-ceiling aesthetic that makes a room feel taller and more modern by eliminating the visual break of a wall-mounted track.

For safety and stability, the track must be fastened into solid wood ceiling joists or structural blocking. If your joists run parallel to the track and don't align, you will need to install a header board or structural support behind the drywall.

Our ceiling mount kits are precision-engineered for strength and stability, supporting a maximum system load of 220 lbs. It is important to ensure that the ceiling structure or structural joists used for installation are also rated to handle this weight to ensure long-term safety and smooth operation.

Using a ceiling mount allows you to divide a large room (like a studio apartment or home office) without building a permanent wall. It provides a sleek, modern look where the door appears to "float" from the top of the room to the floor.

Unlike wall-mount systems that offer a bit of flexibility, ceiling-mount hardware requires precise measurements to function correctly.

• The 6-Inch Rule: To ensure the hardware clears the ceiling and the door hangs perfectly, the top of your door must be exactly 6 inches lower than the surface where the bracket attaches (the ceiling or structural beam).
• No More, No Less: This 6-inch gap is a strict requirement. It provides the necessary clearance for the brackets, track, and rollers to operate while ensuring the door is properly positioned.
• Precise Planning: Because this measurement is fixed, you must calculate your door height accurately based on your floor-to-ceiling distance minus the hardware and your desired floor gap.

Yes! We offer Ceiling Mount Bypass Kits that allow two doors to overlap and slide past each other, which is perfect for creating "closet walls" or concealing large storage areas where wall mounting isn't possible.

Calculating your door height for a ceiling mount system is straightforward as long as you follow the 6-inch rule. Because the hardware dimensions are fixed, this measurement ensures your door clears the ceiling and maintains a proper gap at the floor.

To find your door height, use this simple formula:

1. Measure the Opening Height: Measure the distance from your finished floor to the ceiling (or the bottom of the structural beam where the brackets will attach).
2. Subtract for the Hardware & Gap: Subtract exactly 6 inches from that total.

The "6-Inch Rule" Explained: This 6-inch deduction accounts for the entire assembly—the mounting brackets, the track, the hangers, and a standard 1/4-inch floor gap. By subtracting exactly 6 inches, your door will hang at the perfect height with no additional math required.

Calculation Example: 96" (Floor-to-Ceiling) - 6" (Hardware/Gap) = 90" Door Height.

A Note on Finished Flooring

If you are measuring a space that is still under construction, please account for the thickness of your future finished flooring (such as tile, hardwood, or carpet). If you calculate based on the subfloor, your door will be too tall once the final flooring is installed.

Yes. Unlike wall-mount kits where one side is "hidden" by the wall, ceiling-mount hardware is often visible from both sides. Because of this, our kits feature a high-end, finished look on all sides of the rail and hangers.

To match your modern or industrial aesthetic, we offer these kits in Matte Black and Brushed Nickel. The powder-coated finishes are durable and resistant to chips and scratches.

Yes. Even with a ceiling mount system, a floor guide is mandatory for a safe and functional installation.

Because ceiling-mounted doors often act as room dividers and lack a wall directly behind them for support, they are highly susceptible to "swing" or "sway." The floor guide serves as the essential second point of contact to keep the door stabilized.

• Standard Kit Inclusion: To ensure you have everything needed for a successful install, a floor-mounted guide is included in every kit.
• Preventing Sway: Without a guide, a door hanging from the ceiling acts like a pendulum. The included guide keeps the door on a perfectly straight path, ensuring it doesn't swing inward or outward when moved.
• Protecting Your Space: By keeping the door vertically aligned, the guide prevents the panel from accidentally impacting furniture, walls, or people passing by.
• Application-Specific Options: While our standard floor-mounted guide works for most projects, we offer various guide styles (such as wall-mounted stay rollers) if you prefer not to drill into specific flooring types like tile or stone.

No. Our ceiling-mounted hardware kits are designed specifically for wood doors and are not compatible with glass. 

Attachment Method: Ceiling mount systems require hangers that typically screw into the top or face of a wood door. Glass doors require specialized compression clamps or pre-drilled bolt-through points that these kits do not support.

• Safety Constraints: Because glass is a non-porous and heavy material, using hardware not specifically rated for it can lead to slippage or breakage.

Looking for a glass door solution? If you want to install a sliding glass barn door, we recommend our Stainless Steel Hardware Kit. This is currently the only system we offer that is engineered with the specialized hangers required to securely hold and operate glass panels.

Our standard ceiling brackets are fixed to ensure maximum weight capacity, but the door hangers (rollers) allow for slight adjustments to ensure the door hangs level even if your ceiling has a minor slope.

Yes. While custom-cut lengths are not available for order for this specific product, the tracks are designed to be easily modified on-site during installation.

• On-Site Customization: You can trim the track to your exact required length using a hacksaw or an angle grinder with a metal-cutting wheel. This allows you to achieve a perfect fit for your specific ceiling span or structural beam.
• Measure Twice, Cut Once: We recommend measuring your total opening and accounting for any end-stops before making your cut. Cutting on-site gives you the flexibility to ensure the track is perfectly centered or flush with your walls.
• Finishing the Edge: After cutting, a quick pass with a metal file will smooth any burrs. We also suggest applying a small dab of touch-up paint to the raw edge to prevent oxidation and maintain a clean, finished look.

Every kit includes door stops that slide onto the track. These can be positioned and tightened at any point along the rail to define exactly where you want your door to stop.