Heavy Duty Barn Door Hardware Kits

A close-up of a classic J-strap style heavy duty double sliding barn door hardware kit in a matte black finish, installed on two rustic wood barn doors.

Built for Doors That Mean Business
When standard hardware won't cut it, heavy-duty barn door hardware delivers the strength your project demands. Engineered to support doors up to 600 lbs—a 250% increase over standard kits—our heavy duty collection handles oversized solid wood doors, commercial installations, and grand residential entrances with ease. Custom-manufactured in the USA by Goldberg Brothers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Heavy-duty hardware features wider tracks (2" vs 1-1/2"), larger rollers, and reinforced mounting components. Standard kits typically support 150-200 lbs, while heavy-duty kits handle doors up to 600 lbs, depending on roller style. If your door is solid wood, reclaimed lumber, oversized, or will see heavy daily use, heavy-duty is the right choice.

Choose heavy-duty if your door weighs over 150 lbs, is made from solid hardwood or reclaimed materials, exceeds 42" in width, or will be installed in a commercial or high-traffic location. When in doubt, heavy-duty provides a margin of safety and smoother long-term operation.

Weight capacity varies by roller style. Horseshoe rollers support up to 600 lbs, while J-Strap, Flat Top Strap, Wagon Wheel, and Horseshoe Wagon Wheel styles support up to 400 lbs. J Top Mount and Flat Top Top Mount styles support up to 100 lbs. Check individual product specifications for exact capacities.

Roller choice is primarily aesthetic—all perform reliably within their weight ratings. J-Strap and Horseshoe offer traditional farmhouse character. Wagon Wheel makes a bold industrial statement. Flat Top provides clean, modern lines. Top-mount options (J Top Mount, Flat Top Top Mount) position hardware above the door for a more minimalist look.

Most heavy-duty kits accommodate doors from 1-3/8" to 2-1/4" thick, with some roller styles offering options for specific thicknesses. Check individual product pages for exact compatibility.

Yes. A header board is essential—it distributes the substantial weight of heavy doors evenly across the wall, prevents drywall damage, and allows flexible track placement. Use hardwood (oak, maple, birch) at a minimum 1" thick and 6" wide, extending to wall studs beyond each track end.

Powder-coated steel hardware can be used in covered outdoor areas, but exposure to rain or high humidity may cause rust over time. For fully exposed outdoor installations or coastal environments, we recommend our Stainless Steel Hardware collection.

Complete kits include: heavy-duty flat steel track (custom-cut), junction plates for tracks over 7'6", roller sets, wall mounting brackets and hardware, track stops, T-guide floor guide, anti-jump bumpers, and installation hardware. Everything needed for a complete installation.

Heavy-duty kits are custom-manufactured to order in the USA. Allow 10-15 business days for production before shipping. Tracks over 7'6" ship in multiple sections with junction plates.

Yes. Soft-close dampers are available as an add-on option on most heavy-duty kits. They provide gentle, automatic door closing and eliminate slamming—especially valuable for heavy doors.

Choose from 17 powder-coated finishes: Matte Black, Raw Steel, Bronze, Black, Silver Metallic, Arch Bronze, Rustic Brown, Jacob's Gold, PC Chrome, Regal Red, Rocket White, Blue Ribbon, Flint Gray, Dark Gray, White Bronze, Silver Vein, and Copper Vein.

No. Designer color finishes are final sale due to their custom nature. Review our return policy before ordering premium finishes. Standard finishes (Matte Black, Raw Steel, Bronze) may have different return terms.

Yes. Goldberg Brothers provides a limited lifetime manufacturer's warranty covering defective parts under normal installation and use.

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