The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware.
How to install pocket door slides.
A pocket door slides into a metal and wood cage that is installed as the walls are framed.
If you want to install other hardware be sure that it can be inset into both sides of the door without blocking the door s operation.
Hardware installation the pocket door track is a metal channel with wooden nailing strips on each side.
Make sure the door is still sliding easily on the track and that the latches line up as needed.
Install the latch hardware.
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The channel is marked for various door widths so it s easy to cut it to the right length.
For doors inch thick install the track flush with the header.
Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit.
Install the pocket door pulls that accompany the framing kit.
If needed use a hand saw to cut the track that came with your pocket door hardware so that it s 1 8 inch shorter than the opening.
Install the track according to the thickness of the header.
Before we get into pocket door installation it s important to understand the function and design of this door type.