Installing Pocket Door Frame Kit

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

Installing pocket door frame kit.

Install the latch hardware. Once the frame is in place it s time for the pocket door installation. How to install a pocket door. 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 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. Some of this will be attached to the door and some will be attached to the wall.

1500 series pocket door frames. 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. Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit. You just have to frame the rough opening in your wall.

Step 2 attach split studs to floor and header. These kits make installing a pocket door super easy. 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. Attach the split studs.

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. I m using a pocket door kit from johnson hardware for a 36 door.