How to make ● gliding fabric panels instead of curtains

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How to make ● gliding fabric panels instead of curtains

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Instead of curtains, think outside the box with these sliding panels that function easily like a sliding barn door. These are a great window covering alternative and glide open very smoothly. Curtains can be boring but these sliding window panels add a different and pleasing look to a room. Easy to make and install using drawer slides. Any fabric you like can be attached to the panels. Curtains, say good bye!
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@chrisnotap 6 жыл бұрын

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@kathleenmcmahon2712 3 жыл бұрын

Your the only one i can find who doesn't make this complicated or costly. Thank-you Chris! You saved me $100-300 bucks. Appreciated.

@chrisnotap 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@abigailhouck3950 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad someone had this idea as well!!! I was thinking of doing something like this for my closet doors :) thanks for the help!!

@phoebe9142 2 жыл бұрын

Same!! Have you attempted it yet? I was looking at all the sliding panels on amazon for a while and i had a moment of “waaaait a second… this isn’t adding up… seems like the cost is way higher than the value i’d get out of it 🧐” i looked at the materials & sliding track specs and uhhhhh….. i think i could make a better solution for less?? idk but the panels were made of really low quality materials in all the ones i checked out, & i wasn’t crazy about any of the colors/designs offered. Plus, the track systems they come with are less than ideal, to say the least, for my closet (and probably others? idk). I mean the “adjustable” sliding tracks seem ironically limited in installation options - well, for my closet & personal requirement for it to work decently anyway. 😂 I’m preeeetty sure a lot of the sliding tracks i saw were just marketed as ‘fancy’ or ~hi-tech~ systems to make the prices look right 🤦🏻‍♀️ (& tbh they don’t seem great for some of the uses advertised, like closets but what do i know) Anywho, have you found other useful vids for the the concept? Any advice would be appreciated, but if not no worries!!☺️

@abigailhouck3950 2 жыл бұрын

@@phoebe9142 so I'm not done yet but I had wooden bifold doors already. I removed the slats and hinges so I had 4 wood frames. I'm putting two bypass sliding doors back to back and putting them all up so they can all slide behind eachother tucked away!

@michael.schuler 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Good idea. FYI, for others who might like to copy this design, you could achieve full view by using "full extension" drawer glides.

@wintercardinals 5 жыл бұрын

hi Micheal - could you please explain what you mean? I'm interested, and might be what I'm looking for. Thanks.

@sixpackbinky 6 жыл бұрын

How could anyone Not love these? Just the idea I have been looking for, brilliant.

@srtpusher 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! I'm researching to make some panels like this to house movie posters that slide over windows to black out my media room. Thanks for showing how!

@goeshen4359 Жыл бұрын

I bet it keeps the room warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer!! Great job and idea!!

@HAIRLADYCARES 8 жыл бұрын

Genius!!! I needed a headboard idea for a bed in front of a window in an RV and this is perfect. Just going to try to upholster 1/2" plywood instead of panels. Thanks for sharing.

@wintercardinals 5 жыл бұрын

Chris, this is fantastic! This is exactly what I needed for my narrow entryway which has a 7" depth x 7' wide recess. I plan to make the wall our shoe/bag/etc functional space, but thinking thinking thinking on how to disguise this wall. I have scoured everything on youtube and images, and this is the BEST, simplest, and most doable. Very clever! I'm going out to Home Depot to get the drawer tracks now! Thank you sooo much!

@CaseyRVids 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you’re brilliant.

@chrisnotap 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you think so!

@CaseyRVids 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisnotap I binged all your videos last night. I got a lot of DIY projects now. Thanks for your content.

@wendyschneider9751 8 жыл бұрын

I see how you attach to wall. These are beautiful. I was looking at sliding panels to hide a closet but the cost would be $150+. This is a perfect alternative and should be less $.

@mariasaenz6629 Жыл бұрын

Super idea. Been looking for something like this to cover opening to right of entry. Room to ‘hide’ is my craft room which can at times be chaotic. I also use the room as a spare bedroom with Murphy bed cabinet. Thank you for sharing. Ingenious!!!!

@mz_martina 3 ай бұрын

Great idea

@lydialopez2478 5 жыл бұрын

Just what I was looking for.....absolutely brilliant!

@EarthCamper Жыл бұрын

I just got similar Idea...so started searching KZfaq.. found ur video. I will be doing this is my Campervan using 3track channel....

@HoneyRowland 7 жыл бұрын

I'm going to try this on our travel trailer. I hate "curtains" and covered windows but I hate being exposed at night. I hope I've room for it! Thanks!

@chrisnotap 7 жыл бұрын

+Honey Rowland Not sure if they will last too long in a trailer. They will shake around too much while towing the trailer and probably come apart. Sorry. Thought you should know before you start.

@pja2797 5 жыл бұрын

Really Nicely done! Very clever, easy and affordable!

@TheMackie44 7 ай бұрын

Love the idea! Very creative 👍🏻

@mariselas377 8 жыл бұрын

Nice. I was thinking barn door hardware but it's up there in price. This is an awesome idea. My window is a little bigger but I think it just might work. Thanks for the idea.

@TheEmeraldgirl61 7 жыл бұрын

I may try this on some interior doors that are narrow at the master bath.. Wanted barn sliders, but the hardware kit is outrageously priced.... Very clever idea... Thanks for sharing

@chrisnotap 7 жыл бұрын

You may be interested in another video I did where I made a large sling barn door and I made the hardware too for a very cheap price. Here it is kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e-B6Z8KAzNqao6M.html and here's the update : kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hcyFf5Nq27i5goE.html

@per-axelskogsberg3861 7 жыл бұрын

This is genius!

@patriciaconnolly6672 7 жыл бұрын

Very Clever!

@SilverFox_82 3 жыл бұрын

Love your idea better than what we used. They bought sliding barn door hinges

@sueg2658 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!

@strangertobluewater 7 жыл бұрын

Nice work!! This is really beautiful.

@Janie916 4 жыл бұрын

What a cool idea - thanks for sharing.

@donnaadams9694 Жыл бұрын

love it! what a great idea!!

@nosajresarf 8 жыл бұрын

this is awesome! thanx for sharing!

@chrisnotap 8 жыл бұрын

+nosajresarf You're welcome!

@Lostinstarsss 5 жыл бұрын

BRILLIANT!!!

@deltabrogden3350 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video. Thanks for sharing!

@karenteeter9579 6 жыл бұрын

I can figure everything out except how you attach the cover to the wall. Is it just resting on some kind of supports? Love the idea btw. This will help me out tremendously with what I had planned.

@heatherhelp 2 жыл бұрын

Genius

@snailshelly 4 жыл бұрын

Love this ! Would love to replicate it in my living room . What fabric did you use ?

@peterpiper5300 5 жыл бұрын

this could be an alternative window screen!

@PastorTonyManuel 7 жыл бұрын

very cost effective alternative to building a barn door style covering. I see you posted this a few years ago, how have they held up?

@chrisnotap 7 жыл бұрын

+Anthony Manuel Not a single issue with it. It is the same as it is in the video today.

@gersontagapan7972 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful...

@chrisnotap 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@robbieminaj5215 8 жыл бұрын

Cool

@katytoro5615 4 жыл бұрын

Love it

@blqberry1 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome idea! I am looking for something different to update my patio door treatment and this is what I want. This has given me a starting point! The outside measurements of my opening are 76" W X 82" L using the same size wood, do you think the weight would still be ok? I plan on using a light fabric as well

@wm2427 7 жыл бұрын

badass

@freewaybaby 7 жыл бұрын

This is great for a LOT of windows and possibly small doorways too! How is that cornice board topping attached to the wall or is it attached to the board that the slide is attached to above the window trim? Thanks for sharing your ideas; it's inspiring!

@chrisnotap 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, your right about where the cornice board is attached. Thanks for your positive comments.

@freewaybaby 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm looking forward to incorporating your idea for window coverings.

@fernandosantana810 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking in something like this but with bifold panels.

@chrisnotap 4 жыл бұрын

That would be cool!

@lisakedward1162 Жыл бұрын

This is absolutely 👏 thanks for explaining so well what did younuse as the tiny guide?

@carmel-wayfinder5401 3 жыл бұрын

Hi great idea could I use these gliders on old light wardrobes?

@anyfoolknowthat 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, I’m about six years behind you. I want to try mounting my sliding track from the bottom. What do you think-any reason it wouldn’t work?

@chrisnotap 3 жыл бұрын

With it at the top, the frames are hanging. At the bottom, the frames would tip over and twist the slider.

@freewaybaby 4 жыл бұрын

I've seen this video many times and have wanted to do it for several years... now I THINK I'm ready. When I look at drawer slides though, they don't seem to be long enough to work, but I don't know!!! I don't think my windows are any wider than yours (they're a bit taller, but that shouldn't matter), so I don't know how far to expect them to move back when open, if that makes any sense. What size slides did you use? Thanks!

@chrisnotap 4 жыл бұрын

These are all good questions. My window size, including the window trim, is 69" x 43" ( 175cm x 109cm ). The panels I made cover the window trim. The drawer slide size I bought were 21" ( 53cm ). Measuring from the centre of the window with both closed together, and then sliding one of them open, it will open 22" ( 55cm ). If both are opened it would open a total of 44". You can buy these slides at Home Depot. I think the biggest size they sell is 21" or 22". Here is a link to them on the Canadian Home Depot web site:www.homedepot.ca/product/richelieu-22-inch-side-mount-soft-closing-full-extension-drawer-slides-2-pack-/1001066217. You could also search the company that makes them. They do make longer ones. They're made by a company called "Richelieu". FYI: 1) If you have pictures on the wall beside the window, the panels will hit the picture. 2) if you have a breeze coming in the window the panel will make a noise and rattle against the bottom guide that I show in the video and if you make them without the guide, the panel will blow in and out and eventually possibly pull the drawer guide off the wall. The window we have this on is never open for air. Hope that helps. Good luck.

@nadinecius8747 7 жыл бұрын

Love this idea. I want to make a 36 X 72 panel to cover my laundry closet. Do I need a 36" drawer slider or will 28" or 24" do?

@PaulPaid 7 жыл бұрын

36" for a one panel slider.

@KimikoMaui 5 жыл бұрын

Reminds me os japanese doors. Im assjming its easy to dissassemble for cleaning?

@chrisnotap 5 жыл бұрын

Really not much cleaning. Dust maybe along the top, but you can't see that. I've never touched mine. Still looks the same.

@rtrn06 6 жыл бұрын

What was your window size, slider size and panel size?

@t.martisenelson6549 6 жыл бұрын

I'd like to know too! My window is about 55 inches wide, so I'm wondering how long the sliders have to be?

@dianesamp9102 5 жыл бұрын

T. Martise Nelson Same question here, my windows I love this idea for are 47 & a half, what all the 5 blinds are I so wanna replace for another clean & private look. LOVE THIS IDEA!!!!!!!

@tmeccles 5 жыл бұрын

I don't see any hardware attached to that decorative cover. How is it attached?

@chrisnotap 5 жыл бұрын

2 screws go downwards into the 3/4 material that the sliders are attached to on the wall.

@wendyschneider9751 8 жыл бұрын

How did you attach the door glide to the wall?

@chrisnotap 8 жыл бұрын

One half of the door glide attaches to the wall the other half to the panel. I mounted a piece of wood right above the window trim in order to attach the glide to.