How to build install a sliding door.
How to build a frame for a sliding door.
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With a level be sure to stay aware of the square and plumb of the frame.
How to frame a sliding door.
If your door opening is trimmed include the trim in your measurement.
Make a header by fitting two 2 x 8s around a 1 2 inch piece of plywood.
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Cut pieces for diy modern sliding door frame measure your door opening.
Gather materials tools.
Cut the header to fit between the king studs.
Dimensions for your build will largely be dependent on the size of your doorway so that the sliding door is big enough to cover.
Install a cripple stud between the header and the top plate halfway between the king studs.
Step 3 make the header.
Step 1 find a sliding door location.
Check the wall on both sides and on the top and bottom for any.
Create floor guide groove.
Step 2 prepare.
Insert the sole plate.
Now add 2 to the width of your door.
Nail the top plate through the ceiling into the ceiling joists or blocking using 12d nails.
Insert the top plate.
Step 4 position and caulk the frame.
Continue the nail installation with the lower left hand side of your frame.
Don t nail the sole plate.
Check for plumb and level on that side as well.
Step 5 nail the frame in place.
Pick sliding door hardware make a plan.
Sand seal plywood.
Decide on where the sliding door will be.
Toenail the cripple stud to the top plate and the side of the header.