If needed use a hand saw to cut the track that came with your pocket door hardware so that it s 1 8 inch shorter than the opening.
Pocket door latch installation instructions.
Drill a hole and chisel a shallow mortise in that jamb for the strike plate which the door latch engages.
The pocket door kit should have come with door latch hardware.
Make sure the lock edges slip above the door and slide the lock into its place.
Step 4 preparing door for latch plate.
Use shorter nails to install the casing on the pocket side of the door jamb to prevent damage to the door.
Thanks for watching i reused the door and used a retro fit pocket door handle.
Once the frame is in place it s time for the pocket door installation.
Step 3 installing pocket door latch.
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Install door casing nailing it to the jamb and to pocket door studs.
Install the track according to the thickness of the header.
Make sure the door is still sliding easily on the track and that the latches line up as needed.
Use screws to secure the lock onto the door.
1500 series pocket door frame.
Follow the instructions that came with the pocket door kit.
Install the latch hardware.
Some of this will be attached to the door and some will be attached to the wall.
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The middle of the latch should sit right on the rectangular notch you just made.