Install a Pocket Door and Locking Hardware | How to

[@BrentDarlington]

Made a video that address some of the FAQ I get in the comment section here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z36kY2NmmtGtec0 Thanks for watching, please hit the like button and subscribe!

[@syd8699]

“My name’s Brent and we’re gonna install a pocket door” Immediately starts installing pocket door. This is exactly how a how-to video should be!

[@jmad318]

But, we need to hear about his earliest fondest childhood memories of opening a pocket door at his grandmother's home and all his Hopes and dreams of one day owning a pocket door because it reminds him of his dead grandmother.

[@syd8699]

@@jmad318 I’m also pretty disappointed he didn’t scream REMeMBEr TO HIT THAT SUBSCRIBE BUtTON AND SMASh THe LIKE!!!!¡!! before he even started. I usually like my simple how-to videos to start with a headache

[@luvdady]

Lol or sponsored by a vpn

[@onlyadele]

Wow. Love this. To the point video.

[@AmbientShades]

This was about as "how to" as watching my neighbor do it while wearing head phones and ignoring me, but on fast forward, so even less useful.

[@surewhatever8843]

Installed a pocket door a few years back - they’re great! After a few weeks, my spouse complained it wasn’t working...right after they hung art on the wall next to the doorway. Turns out they nailed through the drywall and into the opened door locking it into place. 😂

[@BrentDarlington]

It happens. I've put some baseboard on not knowing there is a pocket door and pinned the door open.

[@Stormy5430]

I mean the door disappears into the wall... Who could've guessed that?

[@surewhatever8843]

Neither of us had a lot of experience with pocket doors so it never occurred to them. I was so focused on trying to get a good grip that little flip handle, I hadn’t even noticed the newly hung artwork and it never occurred to me “decor” could disable a door like that! We had a good laugh about it.

[@curinga38]

​@BrentDarlington same happened to me😂😂😂

[@arresteddevelopment2158]

Pocket doors so useful as bathroom doors, Pantry doors, laundry/washing machine closet doors. In any residence where space is limited and storage space is needed.

[@rochim.1192]

I need a pocket door for my craft room... great video ... learned some new skills!

[@diamondback2085]

I pulled out the bumper and put in several squares of medium density foam used for ac insulation. Top to bottom. Softens the hit when opening the door. Useful if you have kids. Also made a t shaped guide for the bottom of the door as a center guide. Routed a notch into the bottom center of the door for the t glide notch into. No waver back and forth when opening and closing and illuminates the need for external guides that will mess up your paint.

[@BrentDarlington]

Great tip!

[@krehbein]

What material did you use for the t? Aluminum?

[@BrentDarlington]

@@krehbein you can buy plastic Ts. Used for barn doors, sliding closet doors

[@diamondback2085]

@@krehbein a small block of pine.. no knots. Cut a groove down the center. Epoxied a piece of aluminum. And glued to the floor

[@diamondback2085]

@@krehbein FYI... It has to fit perfect between the framing boards. Absolutely no wiggle between i glued to the framing boards and epoxied to the floor so it say just inside the pocket. Took me most of a day to assemble paint and fix it in. Was a pain but worth it

[@erikriza7165]

i had a pocket door in my old house. i dont have one now. i wish i did. i liked it.

[@erikriza7165]

thanks for the heart

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Always wanted to do a pocket door but was intimidated. You are making this possible by sharing your great knowledge.

[@Bwal4813]

I’m still intimidated 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@m.m.6757]

Did you wind up destroying your wall yet? You have no clue what you are doing.

[@jsheldon1976]

@@Bwal4813 Did ya do it yet? C’mon don’t over think it..just do it! I did it Love how it turned out, no more annoying door getting caught on my shower rug. It really isn’t that difficult once you start-You can do it 💪🏼

[@frankflores6503]

Great motion pic loved the music. As I’m searching for a installation video.

[@Yoalfi]

October 2023, this is exactly what I'm looking for... Thank youuuuuuu

[@Jejeeba]

Great video only 1 question????? How dose it work with a deadbolt lock and sliding door going same direction? How is it gonna lock? is it something that I didn't know... anybody ?

[@BrentDarlington]

It's not a dead bolt. It's made for pocket doors.

[@onlyadele]

Love this to the point video.

[@shemar3572]

Awww I wanted to see the final with the knobs! Great video still.

[@diamondback2085]

Your vid helped alot. I changed two things. I made a guide and cut a notch in the bottom of the door to keep it from seating side to side. I also removed the hard rubber bumper and put 3/4inch foam from top to bottom as a stopper. The door does not slam into the frame and the guide kees my paint looking good. Even the kids can't mess it up.

[@BrentDarlington]

great tips

[@jonnyappleseed2282]

Wowwwwwww talk about a great Carpenter !!!!! You sir are a beautiful mind 😳😳👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@BrentDarlington]

Thank you so much 😀

[@onlyadele]

Looking to do a hideaway door about how much approx did this cost? Ballpark. I will also need electrical switches moved as well. Thank you.

[@BrentDarlington]

It's going to depend where you live. Best to call a couple contractors and get some estimates

[@DuckySlimes]

Thanks for the detailed video with zero fluff. Dumb question but how do you lock it? Did you need to get a pull handle to have something to grab onto when the door is inside the wall?

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks. There is about 1000 comments asking the same thing lol. I little hook pops up as you close the latch.

[@mheberling5939]

Going to pick up this same product. Replacing an original pocket door.

[@justdewit]

A craftsman at work with those latches

[@limitlessmentality5741]

Easy and not too much drama as other videos thanks man you rock ✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@TheMixingBowlHomestead]

“This is not an electrical how to video” 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 “call an electrician” I went back to read it like 4 times just to laugh. Awesome video. Thanks 😊

[@Fun4GA]

Fun fact: The bumper can be attached to the door (which is removable). No need to reach in because you forgot. Works for old workout stoppers as well.

[@BrentDarlington]

Yup, Have a door I need to it to this week

[@Fun4GA]

@@BrentDarlington Me too. Stupid mistake of posting this while installing a door (which I closed up without it's stupid bumper). Duh!

[@nathanjohnson6815]

If you need to slightly shim the door to make it come out flush with the finish trim, you can place that shim right underneath the bumper on the backside of the door, as well.

[@closetcleaner]

Love this video! Super efficient! IMO, this type of door should be used more often. Space saver.

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@jzerocat23]

Pocket doors were peak human ingenuity

[@BrentDarlington]

I hope not lol

[@crishill6458]

Really made it look easy

[@BrentDarlington]

It's not too bad of a job

[@petesantana7302]

Great job man. Fantastic idea

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@Ben-l2q9n]

Excellent great job thank you.

[@normannoriega9557]

Good clean work . 💯👍

[@BrentDarlington]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@timlawrence1360]

Great video and instructions. You seem like a very knowledgeable down to earth guy. U know how to make people feel capable of the task. First video of yours I have watched and I am impressed. Maybe my wife gets her pocket door now

[@BrentDarlington]

Thank you very much! Good luck with the pocket door, let me know if you have any questions

[@Dmy-g2k]

Thanks a lot for your video! You did it perfectly!🎉

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks

[@T1Oracle]

My mom has a pocket door to her kitchen. It just looks weird to me. Maybe if it opens and closes like Star Trek, otherwise, no thanks. Regular doors move easier. Also, how do you clean the pocket?

[@BrentDarlington]

Everyone has their preferences. It would be tough to clean in the pocket.

[@Mightiflier]

Great job! Thanks!

[@daileighnovember]

Id love abstep by step real time narration version. Also any ideas/tips /advice on how to do this w my indoor/outdoor front door?! Of course i fould buy a whole new sliding door and all but w brokeness a thing for now i thot if i just knew how to add in the slidey parts?! And put this big heavy metal door on it instead & have it running inside the wall of the house?! Basically?

[@BrentDarlington]

You will need a door system made for exterior and I'm not sure one exists that isn't just a patio door made of glass

[@srixongolfer3706]

Excellent work!👑👍🥇

[@BrentDarlington]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Timmerdetimmerdetim]

what will the knob look like? can you jam your fingers in it?

[@BrentDarlington]

just fits in the hole nice. Can grab your fingers I guess

[@chriskelley4805]

How does that lock actually secure the door? I must have missed something.

[@BrentDarlington]

Hook pops out when it's turned into the hole

[@JanelleM_KBWEvents]

Thank you for this awesome video!

[@BrentDarlington]

Glad you liked it!

[@HeroC14]

How did KZbin know I was wanting this? I didn't even know it was called a pocket door.

[@BrentDarlington]

Creepy!

[@kimothy777]

Thanks. Great video. Wish me luck. starting on the week end

[@BrentDarlington]

Good luck!

[@robertness3444]

I put alot of them in you did a nice job

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@pnowikow]

You make it look easy. Nice work

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@michaelrubenstein1915]

Every pocket door should be installed directly to the dumpster.

[@BrentDarlington]

They have their place. I only like them if they are rarely used.

[@christopherTheCarpenter]

When you frame a header i recommend nailing your header blocks first, then nail the header to your king stud/cripple so you face nail, then stand it up as 1. Face nailing beats toe nailing. Great job on your install...looks good from my house lol🤣

[@christopherTheCarpenter]

@Chris Jamieson im a 20 year journeyman jackass

[@christopherTheCarpenter]

@Chris Jamieson you can make 2x4 headers non load bearing where are you from?

[@christopherTheCarpenter]

@Chris Jamieson a nailer is simple backing, i was union so i got an education son

[@christopherTheCarpenter]

@Chris Jamieson im going to have fun with you, i am the guy who told guys like you what to do and how to do it. Thats why union carpenters are always better.

[@christopherTheCarpenter]

@Chris Jamieson 5 years of trade school with 20 plus years in the field would prove your statement wrong.

[@Tboy-y6q]

Awesome. Just for a visiting family member to try and open it like a normal door and rip it out.

[@BrentDarlington]

what kind of family members do you have?

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Just subbed! Killer videos man. Congrats on hitting 1 mil views on this. I've got almost 40k subs and haven't hit 1 mil on a single vidya yet. hats off to ya!

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks! I hate pocket doors but figured it would make a good video

[@G2Grimm]

How would this door hold up against forceful entry not counting the hollow out door itself like mounting hardware and locking latch? Could it be swapped with a solid wood door assuming extra work involved to fit track.

[@BrentDarlington]

You'd have to find tougher hardware than this. It's just for light duty.

[@G2Grimm]

@@BrentDarlington Thank you

[@kckn4fun]

Great job telling people to call an electrician! Wish more people would put that kind of intermission in their work! Too many electrical mistakes being shown here on KZbin.

[@BrentDarlington]

I see fire hazards all the time when I do remodels. Best to leave electrical to the pros

[@cm1133]

Basic electrical is idiot proof. Hell, I wired a sub panel in my garage so I could run my 60 gallon air compressor and welder in the garage. The electrical inspector was surprised how neat, tidy, and correct my work was. Electrical is easy if you pay attention and follow the NEC!

[@lordfizzz]

@@cm1133 sometimes CYA is the best policy

[@T1Oracle]

@@cm1133 In MD it's illegal to do your own electrical work. I still do lights, fans, and outlets though. I don't mess with breaker boxes or new lines though. I'm sure I can do it, but an electrician will be better at it since they do it more than I do.

[@cm1133]

@@T1Oracle electricity is pretty much idiot proof these days. Just get a electrical permit. Do the work yourself and save a fortune. Then, have the electrical inspector sign off on it.

[@MrFreeze79]

how does that deadbolt lock the door ?

[@BrentDarlington]

Not a dead bolt. Hardware made for pocket door: amzn.to/3G8hzt4

[@eduardoangeles4412]

Can someone please explain to me how does that door lock works?

[@BrentDarlington]

Lol, getting this question a lot, I will make a video of it

[@BrentDarlington]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z36kY2NmmtGtec0

[@eduardoangeles4412]

@@BrentDarlington Now it makes sense. Thanks

[@carloscarrillo1416]

Yes, that door lock works by turning the locking knob to "lock" position..! Simple.

[@lukas______]

I've been trying to find a "two door to single door conversion" all over but all I can find is single to french door conversions.. this is as close as I can get.

[@GerardoFagundez-y4o]

Me encantó esa idea genial gracias x compartir tanto conocimiento ❤

[@BrentDarlington]

Gracias por ver mi vídeo

[@samuellourenco1050]

The way you just can rip out studs, it is a testament to how flimsy the houses in the US are made.

[@emmanuel6801]

On the end why didn’t you use a latch lock like those used on patio sliding doors?

[@foreverknowforever6403]

Great job bro very nice I like the hand work

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@meeshobatayeh3413]

Awesome job man

[@demonicIksel]

I would love to do this for my downstairs living room! My boyfriend and I are trying to make a gamer hang out room but make it futuristic like, so sliding pocket door is a great idea! I have a question though, I am new to all these remodels etc and was curious if anyone knows if you need to first obtain a permit to do this type of project or if you could just do it without obtaining one? I know usually you need permits for stuff that involves doing remodeling or renovations that might involve moving electrical or plumbing sorts but was just curious any help is appreciated! great video and thank you!

[@BrentDarlington]

It will depend on the building department in your city. Where I love, as long as it's not a load bearing wall, you can do it without a permit. If you don't know if it's a load bearing wall, you may need to speak to a structural engineer or call the city building department and ask them what they would recommend.

[@FestusHaggen-e5u]

How does that latch work? The door slides open. It doesn’t hinge open???

[@BrentDarlington]

It's a pocket door. Latch has a hook on it.

[@TheBruunz]

thanks for the video brother

[@HD3Design]

It maybe a dumb question but how does that lock work? Wouldn't it need to be a hook to not pull straight out?

[@BrentDarlington]

Yes, there is a hook to lock it in

[@paynefamily-7648]

Why didn't you make the door split into 2 so you didn't have to move the frame to one side? Could have added actuators so it opened by a button also and been futuristic haha

[@JohannRosario1]

I can’t do this without my wife watching every step just to point out “DID YOU DO THAT LIKE THE VIDEO”.

[@BrentDarlington]

Lol, I'm sorry!

[@ivangamero2082]

Grate job 1 think where you get the door knob??

[@BrentDarlington]

They are available at most hardware stores or online, not too hard to find usually

[@pablohill6688]

You cut really close to those wires your really lucky

[@seapip5417]

Finally getting ready to convert existing bathroom door and totally appreciate this as well as the product list. Every contractor in the past said: nope, cannot re-use old door + nope, cannot re-use old knob hole -- need to cover that with a metal plate, then make a new hole. THANK YOU for proving them wrong and now I can get what I want!

[@BrentDarlington]

Glad I could help, best of luck with the project. Let me know if you have any questions

[@charliem.7492]

I absolutely Abhor pocket doors and would LOVE to get rid of all of mine!

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks for sharing!

[@BramWarrick]

Can we talk about installing a straight bolt lock on a pocket door?

[@BrentDarlington]

We can. It doesn't work too well. You need to use pocket door privacy hardware like I did in the video. Link in the description. Thanks for watching!

[@lucasarielbarrera7313]

I'm a locksmith, the deadbolt you installed, won't lock anything, you need a lock with hock for sliding door.

[@BrentDarlington]

It is not a dead bolt. It is retrofit hardware made for a pocket door.

[@2BlessedAlex]

That’s awesome! Only problem is that lock won’t work, because the door goes straight back. You’ll need a lock that throws up with a thumb turn. Overall great video though 💯👍🏼

[@BrentDarlington]

It's a pocket door lock. It works. Hooks in.

[@stephencain8433]

Very cool 😎😎😎

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks

[@Warren3carpentry]

Great video! Always wondered how those locks actually latched?

[@BrentDarlington]

The latch has a built in hook. I have a FAQ video that shows how it works

[@Warren3carpentry]

@@BrentDarlington cool I will check it out thanks!!

[@anthonydewayne712]

Doesn’t look wide enough if you need to remove the washer or dryer

[@BrentDarlington]

32" door, opening is around 31 1/2"

[@anthonydewayne712]

@@BrentDarlington standard door in home is 32”. Tight fit. Laundry room doors should be minimum 36” . All the same if your happy all that matters

[@BrentDarlington]

The washer and dryer are only 27" wide.

[@anthonydewayne712]

@@BrentDarlington you mean the ones you have now. They will break down. I’ve worked in carpentry for more then 40 years

[@Lou101960]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! Subscribed!

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks! Let me know if you have any questions

[@dnapokemon123]

Awesome I've been thinking too do this for our laundry room, awesome to get an idea how to do so.

[@BrentDarlington]

They are great for rooms where the door is usually open. I try to avoid them on busy doorways like bathrooms.

[@dnapokemon123]

@@BrentDarlington definitely, our laundry room door is always open in the summer & closed in the winter. I just did a bunch of renovations recently that were long overdue, and thought I should do this finally as well. Definitely a great guide, new subscriber as I enjoy watching this sort of stuff and doing my own home renovations.

[@BrentDarlington]

@@dnapokemon123 OK, good luck, let me know if you have any questions!

[@josephvittominotti9227]

NOW I GET IT! Why these cost so much to do!

[@BrentDarlington]

It's a lot of work!

[@Thelooneylink]

Ever installed one in a wide space where there is no wall to take out?

[@BrentDarlington]

I haven't but would be a similar job, just less demo

[@davidjensen6542]

How does latch work? Norm pocket door latch has a hook that you can use to get door out of pocket

[@BrentDarlington]

This one has one too, push on it and it pops out

[@Gar99]

Building cardboard houses easy simple and quick

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks for your input!

[@josesorto5298]

Thank you for your great video bro 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@normrodriguez9306]

Nice job Brent, ... I have to quote the exact project, (no electrical) curious, how many days do you think you spent on this project from demo to finish trim & paint? Thanks'

[@BrentDarlington]

Probably 3 or 4 days with dry times for drywall coats and paint. First day is busy but after that a lot of waiting. Hopefully I have another job close by. Hit it in the morning for a few day. I usually do bigger jobs and this would just be part of it.

[@robertwillis4061]

Very nice job. The job it's self is very well done. Unfortunately also daft. There is a cat litter box in there, yes it makes more space in the utility room. But if the door slides shut the cat will be trapped inside ( not that bad) or outside ( messy )

[@BrentDarlington]

The door usually stays open, so it clears up space in the room

[@bethmurrow5626]

I need some help on ideas on a slim door knob. I have a place, that goes to my downstairs, that needs a very low profile door knob. It's not a pocket door but I was thinking I could use that hardware on my regular door. I need the same turning mechanism on both sides so if someone closes the door I wont get stuck in the basement. I have never used pocket door hardware before, so can i put two of the handle sides on both sides of the door. Thanks so much. I know it's a strang question to be asking. I would appreciate your help

[@BrentDarlington]

Maybe? You'd have 2 buy 2 set and try to put them together or just use a flat head screwdriver to open the one side. Maybe a deadbolt and leave the key in your side? Hmm tough one haha

[@kbarton1360]

What is the name of the tool he used at 4:57?

[@BrentDarlington]

Drill and oscillating tool

[@JAINENDRAMISHRA-p3b]

Multitool

[@mrssabrinaschmitt]

Will this style door also muffle room sound like a traditional door. I would like a sliding type door or barn door but my biggest gripe is you can still hear all the sound because there’s no seal on the door, for both sides. It’s for my laundry space which is why it’s so important

[@BrentDarlington]

It's better than a barn door but not as good as a regular door. The have interior doors that are filled with insulation for sound. Sometimes call "safe n sound" doors which would help

[@jayveerosales2806]

Nice work brother 👍 But i think the door lock that you installed is not for sliding door?

[@BrentDarlington]

It's made for pocket doors

[@TheRoyrule]

How would it lock though? The like moves horizontal and so does the door.

[@MATCITIM]

Awesome work ive also made one but differently...i like your way because its better

[@BrentDarlington]

Lol, Thanks!

[@dannymagallon4939]

Is that the right lock for that door? I’ve always seen a hook style lock not a deadbolt

[@BrentDarlington]

This is for retro fitting used doors since the other style won't work if you already have a door knob drilled out. They both work pretty much the same.

[@antoinegervais-bergeron653]

Nice vid! I’m also intrigued by how a deadbolt lock prevents the door from sliding back? Sorry my brain can’t compute this.

[@BrentDarlington]

I show it in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z36kY2NmmtGtec0

[@gerardoesquivel5086]

Very nice 👍...... Ya hacia falta un video asi... Very good video.

[@kevinriddle3611]

what guides did you use for the pocket door at 3:51 ?? I can't find the ones I want (prefering black)

[@BrentDarlington]

I've never seen them in any other colour than white. Maybe spray paint them with some paint made for plastic. It will probably wear off but only on the inside where you won't see it.

[@tim9520]

Super nice video! Thanks!

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks for watching!

[@JohnnieIsBored]

Does the drywall have to line up with the pocket door trim?

[@BrentDarlington]

I don't understand your question. The trim or the jamb?

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Good stuff!

[@Welpingtongtz]

Concrete version please

[@BrentDarlington]

Not gonna happen

[@HICDIY]

Great job 👍🇨🇦

[@Shan-sg7mm]

Excellent bro 👍

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks!

[@Weiweisunn]

Amazing!

[@FranciscoPerez-pw3fo]

Excellent 😎

[@prfine10]

Legit question. Is that a deadbolt for a lock? And how does that work on a pocket door?

[@BrentDarlington]

It's a dead bolt. Doesn't work.

[@albertlam2433]

Hi How long did it take you to do the job? 4 days?

[@BrentDarlington]

This part of the job or the whole job including drywall, paint, trim, etc?

[@giuseppe841]

Good video, question how many hours to do that.

[@BrentDarlington]

Thanks, It's tough to put a time on it. Maybe half a day for this part of the job?

[@JaytheAngler222]

Welp. Looks like I’m installing a barn door. Lol