Installing New Sliding Closet Doors

Today we are taking some standard interior doors and turning them into sliding closet doors.

Installing new sliding closet doors.

Secure two rollers on the tops of each of the doors. Next screw the bottom track into place or glue it down if your floor is made of concrete. When we moved here we paid for new set of rollers to make them operate efficiently. I wont to replace these closet doors with bi fold doors standard size to make it easier to get things in out of closet and to see what it in there better.

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. To accommodate a different opening width simply cut a standard track with a hacksaw. There are several different materials that are used to manufacture sliding door guides.

They can be used to open your home to other areas like your patio or deck as well. This is an easy diy for anyone. Follow these steps for a quick and easy installation project. Step 1 choose guide materials.

The home mender dustin luby shows us how to install new slider closet doors and track by yourself. Our house was built in 1977 and has all floor to ceiling sliding closet 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. Click the links to see what s inside dustin s toolbox.

Drill holes if necessary for the door pulls. Once again drill pilot holes to make the job easier.