A Merrimac homeowner wanted more usable space in the living area. A standard hinged door was eating up room and getting in the way of the furniture, so a cavity sliding door was the answer.
I removed the old door and frame, prepared the wall opening and installed a new cavity unit to suit the layout. That meant adjusting the framing, fitting the cavity slider, hanging and aligning the new door, and doing all the plastering and finishing around the opening.
Once painted, the new door blends in with the walls, slides smoothly and frees up the room. The owner said the space feels cleaner and works much better.
How I install a cavity sliding door
- Check the wall for pipes and cables before opening it up.
- Remove the old door and frame and adjust the framing.
- Fit the cavity unit plumb and level.
- Hang and adjust the door, then fit the jambs and stops.
- Plaster, sand and paint around the opening.
Need something similar done in Merrimac? I’m Dan, a licensed tradesman and former builder with 35+ years in the building industry, and I do every job myself. See my handyman services in Merrimac, or get a free quote. You can also call Sue on 0435 207 771.
