Installing A Pocket Door Frame Kit

How to install a pocket door frame with johnson hardware 1500 kit during new construction.

Installing a pocket door frame kit. Carpentry 101 pocket door frame basics. Once the frame is in place it s time for the pocket door installation. This is how i install a pocket door frame kit when framing walls. These kits make installing a pocket door super easy.

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. Attach the split studs. All frames can be cut down to fit smaller size door. Most pocket door frame kits specify how big the header should be.

The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware. Install the track according to the thickness of the header. 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. How to install a pocket door.

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. 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. 1500 series pocket door frames. Make sure the door is still sliding easily on the track and that the latches line up as needed.

Install the latch hardware. Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit. I m using a pocket door kit from johnson hardware for a 36 door. 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.