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How to Install a Sliding Closet Door

Sliding doors are popular on bedroom closets and are available both finished and unfinished and in solid and hollow core options. It will make installation much easier if unfinished doors are finished before installation.

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  • Building Sliding Door Frame
  • Set Frame for Sliding Door Inside Opening
  • Use Level to Check Top of Frame
  • Check that Frame for Door is Level and Plumb
  • Measure and Trim the Door to Fit
  • Use Circular Saw to Trim Door
  • Attach Top Track to Sliding Door Frame
  • Mount Brackets and Rollers for Sliding Door
  • Set Door Rollers and Hang Door from Track
  • Make Adjustments with Roller and Bracket Hardware
  • Attach Floor Brackets for Sliding Door
  • Install Sliding Door Hardware
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Set Frame for Sliding Door Inside Opening
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Set the Frame

Set the frame inside the opening. Use a level to ensure the legs of the frame are plumb. Insert shims to adjust and provide a nailing surface.

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