Installing Pocket Door Frame Kit

How to install a pocket door.

Installing pocket door frame kit.

Some of this will be attached to the door and some will be attached to the wall. Attach the split studs. 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. Step 2 attach split studs to floor and header.

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. Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit. These kits make installing a pocket door super easy. 1500 series pocket door frames.

Install the track according to the thickness of the header. 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. Install the latch hardware. 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.

I m using a pocket door kit from johnson hardware for a 36 door. The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware. Carpentry 101 pocket door frame basics. 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. You just have to frame the rough opening in your wall.