How To Install Pocket French Doors

To install a pocket door start by removing the existing door and the drywall on one side of the wall.

How to install pocket french doors.

Whether it s an interior or exterior door plays a part too. These are heavier than hollow core wood doors so they will be a little more expensive to secure and install. When installing double or french pocket models the largest cost consideration is in the demolition rewiring and framing of the space required. Remove the door and then install drywall over the door pocket using construction adhesive and 1 inch drywall screws.

Measure cut and install trim around the door starting with the top header trim piece and then the side jambs. Next install the slider track using the rails that came in your pocket door kit. Test fit the new doors before securing frame permanently. Then cut the exposed studs to make room for the new framing.

Hang doors and install door hardware according to manufacturer s instruction. But the good news is our professional independent installers will work with you to find the best door for your needs and one that will fit. Make adjustments if necessary to make sure doors open and close properly. For the casing trim outside use finish nails just long enough to bite into the 2 x 4s longer nails might extend too far into the door chamber and scratch the door during opening and closing.

Then put the hardware and door into the slider track. Whether you are installing interior or exterior doors be sure to plan for space around the door swing. Install the track according to the thickness of the header. Fiberglass doors are a great alternative to traditional wooden doors they are easy to maintain and offer superb durability insulation and versatility in appearance and style.

On top of the cost of the actual door other factors like how easy the door is to install will dictate some of the installation cost. Be sure to screw the brackets into the studs. Take the width of the door and layout a radius around the pivot point on both sides of the jamb to see how much space you ll need to allow. Installation costs do not differ by material.

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. Once everything fits and is plumb secure frame permanently with screws. Reinstall the door and then install the door guides on the inside and outside of the door at the mouth of the pocket.

Unlike pocket doors and sliding doors french doors command more space for operation.