How To Frame A Sliding Closet Door

Step 8 push doors to one side and adjust the roller hangers to make them square with the side of the closet.

How to frame a sliding closet door.

Slide the bottom framing piece almost into place then place glue at the corner where it meets the first framing piece. On one side check the jamb for plumb and press the casing against the wall. Check the 4 corners with your framing square. Peel back the plastic protective cover along the edges of your door panel and slide one of the two vertical framing pieces into place.

Turn the power off in the area where you will be working. Hang the rear door first on the sliding door track followed by the front door. Position frame tilt the frame into the doorway. I m very picky when it comes to closet doors i don t really like any of the options out there.

Tack partially drive several 6d finishing nails or trimhead screws to hold it in place. Cut the door header. Carefully tap it with a rubber mallet for a more secure fit. This is the actual thickness of a 2x4.

Lay down construction drop cloths or plastic to protect the flooring. You will need to add 1 2 of plywood between the 2x4 s to get the right wall thickness of 3 1 2.