Install a Pocket Door and Locking Hardware | How to

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I reused the door and used a retro fit pocket door handle. I used a kit for the pocket door frame and slides. For the price, you may as well use the kit. They have everything you need and work pretty well. Some kits come in adjustable sizes, mine was made for the size of my door.Since I reused the door, I had to install a retrofit pocket door handle. This door has a lock on it that was installed backwards. I have a young child that we want to keep out of there, so this worked out well.

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[syd]

“My name’s Brent and we’re gonna install a pocket door” Immediately starts installing pocket door. This is exactly how a how-to video should be!

[surewhatever]

Installed a pocket door a few years back - they’re great! After a few weeks, my spouse complained it wasn’t working...right after they hung art on the wall next to the doorway. Turns out they nailed through the drywall and into the opened door locking it into place. 😂

[arresteddevelopment]

Pocket doors so useful as bathroom doors, Pantry doors, laundry/washing machine closet doors. In any residence where space is limited and storage space is needed.

[diamondback]

I pulled out the bumper and put in several squares of medium density foam used for ac insulation. Top to bottom. Softens the hit when opening the door. Useful if you have kids. Also made a t shaped guide for the bottom of the door as a center guide. Routed a notch into the bottom center of the door for the t glide notch into. No waver back and forth when opening and closing and illuminates the need for external guides that will mess up your paint.

[LonghornWorkshop]

Always wanted to do a pocket door but was intimidated. You are making this possible by sharing your great knowledge.

[Yoalfi]

October 2023, this is exactly what I'm looking for...
Thank

[diamondback]

Your vid helped alot. I changed two things. I made a guide and cut a notch in the bottom of the door to keep it from seating side to side. I also removed the hard rubber bumper and put 3/4inch foam from top to bottom as a stopper. The door does not slam into the frame and the guide kees my paint looking good. Even the kids can't mess it up.

[FunGA]

Fun fact: The bumper can be attached to the door (which is removable). No need to reach in because you forgot. Works for old workout stoppers as well.

[Jejeeba]

Great video only 1 How dose it work with a deadbolt lock and sliding door going same direction? How is it gonna lock? is it something that I didn't know... anybody ?

[DuckySlimes]

Thanks for the detailed video with zero fluff. Dumb question but how do you lock it? Did you need to get a pull handle to have something to grab onto when the door is inside the wall?

[mheberling]

Going to pick up this same product. Replacing an original pocket door.

[frankflores]

Great motion pic loved the music. As I’m searching for a installation video.

[erikriza]

i had a pocket door in my old house. i dont have one now. i wish i did. i liked it.

[onlyadele]

Looking to do a hideaway door about how much approx did this cost? Ballpark. I will also need electrical switches moved as well. Thank you.

[rochim.]

I need a pocket door for my craft room... great video ... learned some new skills!

[Timmerdetimmerdetim]

what will the knob look like? can you jam your fingers in it?

[TOracle]

My mom has a pocket door to her kitchen. It just looks weird to me. Maybe if it opens and closes like Star Trek, otherwise, no thanks. Regular doors move easier. Also, how do you clean the pocket?

[BlessedAlex]

That’s awesome! Only problem is that lock won’t work, because the door goes straight back. You’ll need a lock that throws up with a thumb turn. Overall great video though 💯👍🏼

[chriskelley]

How does that lock actually secure the door? I must have missed something.

[closetcleaner]

Love this video!
Super efficient!
IMO, this type of door should be used more often. Space saver.