How To Add A Lock To A Pocket Door
Position the guide very carefully and tape it in place.
How to add a lock to a pocket door. Our innovative round design fits a standard 2 1 8 in. Most square pocket door locks feature a simple lever that flips out from the door edge and acts as a finger pull to slide the door out of the pocket. Next you ll know step by step how to lock a pocket door from in out on each type of locking system. Free delivery with 45 order.
Kwikset round satin nickel bed bath pocket door lock model 335 15 rnd pckt dr lck 16 72. Drilled door allowing easy installation with a standard screwdriver. A pocket door is the perfect solution for closing off an open section of your home or office or adding a quick way to move from room to room where a wall currently exists. To lock a pocket door from both sides you need to install a pocket door lock with this feature.
As stated before these locking systems use thumbturns or keys to operate the locking system. Set your store to see local availability add to cart. We were well aware of the problems associated with historic pocket door repair because they are notorious for sticking being noisy to operate or worse falling off of their tracks. Round satin nickel bed bath pocket door lock as the industry leader kwikset has provided as the industry leader kwikset has provided trusted security for over 60 years and has become synonymous with security peace of mind style and innovation.
So inspired by two sets of original pocket doors in our living room we decided to turn our existing bathroom door into a pocket door. A dutch pocket door for example extends only half the height of a standard 80 inch tall door and pulls out from one side or both making it a great alternative to those unsightly or rickety. Thanks for watching i reused the door and used a retro fit pocket door handle. Round pocket door locks often fit in a standard 2 1 8 hole allowing you to use an existing door for a pocket door.
Your lock will probably include a paper template. Pocket door locks available in several styles and finishes are designed with a recessed handle that folds flat against the edge of the door when it is in the recess. These doors disappear into the wall when opened rather than taking up space in one room or the other. Step by step instructions for installing a pocket door.
Before installing a lock in an existing pocket door be sure that it rolls smoothly in the track and lines up correctly with the frame.