Installing A Pocket Door Frame Kit

The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware.

Installing a pocket door frame kit.

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 door rides through a channel made by what are called split studs these studs function like regular wall studs but are metal wrapped and form a hollow channel in the middle for the pocket door to pass. Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit. All frames can be cut down to fit smaller size door.

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. Once the frame is in place it s time for the pocket door installation. Carpentry 101 pocket door frame basics. 1500 series pocket door frames.

Install the track according to the thickness of the header. 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. Make sure the door is still sliding easily on the track and that the latches line up as needed.

Install the latch hardware. The existing bathroom door swung to the right as you. Attach the split studs. Most pocket door frame kits specify how big the header should be.