Installing Pocket Door Frame Kit

Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit.

Installing pocket door frame kit.

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. 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. 1500 series pocket door frames. Carpentry 101 pocket door frame basics.

How to install a pocket 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. The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware. Attach the split studs.

All frames can be cut down to fit smaller size door. These kits make installing a pocket door super easy. Most pocket door frame kits specify how big the header should be. Once the frame is in place it s time for the pocket door installation.

I m using a pocket door kit from johnson hardware for a 36 door. Install the latch hardware. 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. 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. You just have to frame the rough opening in your wall.