Installing A Pocket Door Frame Kit

Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit.

Installing a pocket door frame kit.

Step 2 attach split studs to floor and header. Some of this will be attached to the door and some will be attached to the wall. Today i am installing a pocket door frame in an existing wall that happens to be for our guest bathroom. Before you begin installing your pocket door read the directions for the pocket door kit you re installing to get an overview of the process and what s involved.

1500 series pocket door frames. All pocket door systems are installed in basically the same way but the manufacturer s directions should give you the best advice for installing that particular product. Once the frame is in place it s time for the pocket door installation. If needed use a hand saw to cut the track that came with your pocket door hardware so that it s 1 8 inch shorter than the opening.

Install the latch hardware. Pocket door frame kits contain all necessary hardware for a single pocket door installation in a 2x4 stud wall door jambs drywall door locks door pulls hidden pocket door guide kit not included. The existing bathroom door swung to the right as you. Carpentry 101 pocket door frame basics.

All frames can be cut down to fit smaller size door. Install the track according to the thickness of the header. Most pocket door frame kits specify how big the header should be. The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware.