Great Lakes Butcher BlockHandcrafted in Metro Detroit

Custom live-edge barn doors

Natural edges. Architectural impact.

Turn a functional doorway into a handcrafted focal point with a custom live-edge barn door built around the natural shape, grain, and character of real hardwood.

Live-edge walnut barn door installed in a bright interior

Furniture-quality craftsmanship

A sliding door that feels like a statement piece.

Live-edge barn doors bring warmth, movement, and natural character into kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, offices, pantries, and entertainment spaces.

Each door can be sized to the opening and customized with your preferred slab character, finish, handle, track color, and level of natural edge.

Custom SizedBuilt for the opening, overlap, track, and available wall space.
Natural CharacterKnots, grain movement, and live edges make every door unique.
Complete LookCoordinate the slab, stain, finish, handle, and hardware.

Customize the door

Designed around the opening and the room.

Door construction and hardware selection are planned together so the finished piece operates correctly and looks intentional.

01

Slab Character

Choose a straighter edge, dramatic movement, knots, mineral streaks, or a cleaner appearance.

02

Color and Finish

Select natural oil, warm walnut tones, darker stains, or another compatible protective finish.

03

Hardware Style

Coordinate black, bronze, industrial, modern, or rustic tracks, hangers, stops, and guides.

04

Handle Design

Choose a recessed pull or surface-mounted handle based on clearance and visual style.

Opening CoverageThe door must overlap the opening enough for privacy and visual coverage.
Track LengthThe wall must allow the door to slide fully clear of the opening.
Structural SupportThe track needs solid framing or correctly installed backing.
Floor ClearanceHeight must account for flooring, guides, and thresholds.
Handle ClearancePulls must clear trim and allow the door to open fully.
Slab StabilityWood selection must account for weight, movement, and flatness.

Our process

From doorway measurements to final installation.

01

Measure

Review the opening, trim, wall space, floor, and mounting area.

02

Select

Choose slab character, natural edge, color, and hardware.

03

Build

Flatten, shape, sand, stabilize, and drill for hardware.

04

Finish

Apply the approved stain and protective finish to every surface.

05

Install

Mount the track, hang the door, set guides, and test operation.

Turn your doorway into handcrafted architecture.

Send doorway measurements, room photos, and your preferred style to begin a custom quote.

Start Your Barn Door Project