In some older homes a sliding pocket door was used to create privacy and separate a living room from a parlor or dining room.
How to install pocket door slides.
A pocket door slides into a metal and wood cage that is installed as the walls are framed.
For doors inch thick install the track flush with the header.
Some of this will be attached to the door and some will be attached to the wall.
Hardware installation the pocket door track is a metal channel with wooden nailing strips on each side.
If you want to install other hardware be sure that it can be inset into both sides of the door without blocking the door s operation.
Before we get into pocket door installation it s important to understand the function and design of this door type.
The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware.
Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit.
Install the pocket door pulls that accompany the framing kit.
Install the track according to the thickness of the header.
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.
The channel is marked for various door widths so it s easy to cut it to the right length.