Cut a 2x4 long enough to be the new header for the pocket door.
Replacing a sliding door with a hinged door interior.
You ll need a set of sliding door hardware as well as a door that s large enough to cover your opening.
Nail it into place at both ends and use screws to attach it to the cripple studs in the middle.
Next install the hardware.
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The cripple studs are the studs sawed through and the bottom 2 3 removed to make room for the pocket door assembly.
You can easily increase your home s energy efficiency by replacing an old glass slider with new insulated hinged doors.
Typically a sliding door you replace will include two doors.
A sliding door that no longer slides smoothly may at times need to be replaced with a hinged door.
Measure the length of the door opening from top to bottom.
To check for plumb run a beam from a laser level.
Step 1 removing the sliding door.
Then measure horizontally.
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Cut a 2x4 header to fit the new opening.
Providing both doors can fit into the same frame this replacement can be done quite simply.
Save the trim to be used elsewhere.
Start by removing the old slider.
Use a pry bar and a hammer to gently remove the interior door trim.
Make sure the opening is plumb and level.
Use a template to mark the holes for your door hardware then drill the holes making sure to hold the drill perpendicular to the floor.