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How to install a dog door in a glass door.
The best way to install a dog door in a single pane french door is to replace the glass pane with one that has a dog door installed at the bottom.
When installing a pet door in a door or wall you can choose the step over dimension.
Start in one corner and cut along the outline you made with the template.
The glazier will measure your door and create a custom made door that s suitable for your home.
The exceptions are the quick panel 3 and the thermo panel 3e which have a patented user adjustable step over.
You can also get the existing glass pane removed get the desired dog door insert installed in it and get it put back.
Drill holes for the mounting hardware following manufacturer recommendations to ensure accuracy.
However for most patio panels the step over is fixed.
New glass unit with a pet door installed.
The dog door manufacturer should provide a template.
Historically mounting a pet door in glass has been nearly impossible but with the plexidor glass series we are working to provide you with a pet door in your french doors sliding patio door or glass patio door.
The dog door or cat door is mounted in a new pane which will be installed exactly the same way as the original glass.
Cut the opening for the dog door with a hand saw.
To install a plexidor pet door through glass an installer will come to your house and measure the width thickness and height of your existing pane.
The first option is to hire a glazier to replace the entire glass panel with another one that already has a hole cut through for the pet door.
Use an electric drill with a 1 2 inch drill bit to make holes at the center point of each marking.