How to Install a Sliding Pocket Door. When a swinging door takes up too much space, just slip it inside the wall with a pocket door. By Merle Henkenius Published: Mar 02, 2015 12:00 AM EST.

Sliding doors (also called bypass doors) are easy to install yourself. These are ideal for wide closets because they give you easy access to either side depending on which door panel you slide open.

Dear James: Our swinging doors use a lot of wall space when open. Our house is small, so we want to install sliding or folding doors. Which design is better and how are they installed? - Marcia L. … ...

Before purchasing your sliding door, take precise measurements of the width and height of your closet opening. Ours was 60-in. wide x 80-in. tall. Use that information to select your door ...

Sliding doors are a great choice for the back patio, especially for spaces where swinging or folding doors will get in the way of your seating space. ... How To Install A Storm Door.

Can I install a keyed lock in my sliding patio door if it didn't come with one?Roger E., Katy, Texas. You have two options: You can get a general retrofit kit from an outfit like Swisco.com ...

A good sliding door will cost about $300 and should include everything needed to install. Check out the video above from The Samurai Carpenter to see how it’s done.