Installing New Sliding Closet Doors

The home mender dustin luby shows us how to install new slider closet doors and track by yourself.

Installing new sliding closet doors. Click the links to see what s inside dustin s toolbox. To accommodate a different opening width simply cut a standard track with a hacksaw. Follow these steps for a quick and easy installation project. Secure two rollers on the tops of each of the doors.

When installing a new sliding closet door or repairing a damaged one you may have to add or change the door guides that keep the door in place. A popular choice for closets bypass doors need no room to swing open but they allow access to only one side of a closet at a time. There are several different materials that are used to manufacture sliding door guides. Next screw the bottom track into place or glue it down if your floor is made of concrete.

To install sliding closet doors start by screwing the top track into position at the top of your door with the track facing down. Sliding patio doors also referred to as patio doors are typically made of durable glass and steel aluminum vinyl or wood frames these doors are designed to offer a clear view into your backyard and many include sliding door locks that offer added security to your home. Step 1 choose guide materials. Our house was built in 1977 and has all floor to ceiling sliding closet doors.

Drill holes if necessary for the door pulls. Hanging the doors is. Today we are taking some standard interior doors and turning them into sliding closet doors. Once again drill pilot holes to make the job easier.

Hardware kits are available for openings of 4 5 6 and 8 feet. They can be used to open your home to other areas like your patio or deck as well.