Pocket Door Header

Frame the rough opening.

Pocket door header. Then the pocket door frame header will rest on these nails while you make sure everything is level. Check on the manufacturer s instructions the dimensions required to allow for the height of the header. Galvanized steel pocket door frame kit 2 in. Reattach the metal end brackets to the cut side of the pocket door header.

Johnson hardware 2060 series 36 in. The 2060 series pocket door frame is one of the finest heavy duty commercial grade pocket door frames on the market today. How to install a pocket door in 4 steps step 1. Next install the pocket door header with track assembly to the jamb of the rough opening by screwing the supplied end brackets to the wall studs.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. Because the pocket door header contains a metal channel we cut the metal separately using a hacksaw. The split jambs are positioned in two places. You may have to trim your header.

The wider part of the header goes over where the actual door opening will be. Pocket door frame for 2x6 stud wall model 20603080 323 80 323 80. Now you re ready to attach the split jambs. How to install a pocket door build the frame.

Now is the time to install the inset door furniture that came with the framing kit. Wall model ekc2480 319 99. Once you have determined that the header is level secure each side with screws.