How to attach sliding closet doors to concrete.
Installing a sliding glass door on concrete.
I purchased a jeld wen premium atlantic vinyl 3800 sliding door 79 5 x 71 5.
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Remove the sliding door track from the door hardware kit.
Then have a friend help you lift the first section of the sliding door.
Set the bottom in place on the track in the door frame and then press the top portion of the door in place too.
First carefully clean all debris from the rails to get a good fit.
Subtract the track s width from the wall s depth.
Blow the dust from the holes.
Pull out the lower section of wall.
Use 12 pound sledgehammer to bust out concrete curb at bottom of wall opening.
Drive one 2 inch concrete screw into each hole.
How to install a sliding glass door 1.
Drill through each hole in the threshold with a 3 16 inch rotary mason s bit to a depth of 2 inches.
The opening in the concrete block wall is 81 x 74 what should i use and how should i install the door including the and any flashing that is needed.
The door has the nailing fin attached thanks.
Install the sliding glass panels and handle.
Groove will be filled by others at the perimeter caulking stage.
8 cut 3 8 groove at nose of track.
Sliding glass door installation tips from door installation expert mike of coastal windows exteriors.
Divide the difference by 2.
Add trim or casing around the door as desired or caulk between the frame and the concrete block to complete the project.
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Cutting rough opening in a cinder block wall.
Wrap a piece of tape around the bit 2 inches from the tip of the bit to mark the depth for simple visual reference.
Refer to lawson general door waterproofing practice for suggested sealing of opening.
When installing a sliding glass door there are import.
Choose a lockset or handle and install it according to the manufacturer s instructions.
Measure the track s width and the depth of the closet door opening with a tape.
This old house general contractor tom silva shows how to open up a wall for a large glass slider.
Remove the old door and window from the wall.