How To Frame Up A Sliding Door

Cut the door header.

How to frame up a sliding door.

An opening of roughly 72 inches in width and 80 inches in height is the usual requirement for a sliding door frame. Attach the plywood sheet to the back of the door. Tilt the door into the opening with the bottom side going in first using shims as necessary to create a secure fit. Use shims under screw holes to help keep your threshold in good shape.

To make the door header the top of the door frame cut two 2x4s to the same length as the width of the original opening and nail them securely together. Place shims around the edges and top of your door frame every 12 inches. You will need to add 1 2 of plywood between the 2x4 s to get the right wall thickness of 3 1 2. Lay down construction drop cloths or plastic to protect the flooring.

I ve vicki been wanting to replace the door to my laundry room because it opens into the room making the space feel and function smaller than it really is. Cut your two sheets of plywood usually available in 4 feet wide by 8 feet long into the exact dimensions of the wood frame which will also be the dimensions of your diy sliding door. This is the actual thickness of a 2x4. Flip the door so that the newly attached plywood side faces down.

I thought a sliding door would free up the space. Apply wood glue on all top surfaces of the pieces of both your inner and outer frames. Place your door hinges and secure them in place with screws. Check the 4 corners with your framing square.