How to take measurements - Sliding Door

How to measure a pocket sliding door?

To measure your sliding doors correctly, follow these steps. The measurements you need are the width, the height and the type of wall.

Steps:

1. Measure the width:
1. Measure the width of the wall opening from one side to the other.
2. Measure the height:
1. Measure the height of the wall opening, from the floor to the lintel.
3. Measure the wall thickness:
1. Measure the thickness of the wall on both sides of the opening.

Measurement conversion table (cm):

Clear opening width (A)	Pocket frame width (B)	Pocket frame height (C)	Clear opening height (D)	Door (width x height)
64.5	61.5	220	214.5	60 x 210
74.5	71.5	220	214.5	70 x 210
84.5	81.5	220	214.5	80 x 210
94.5	91.5	220	214.5	90 x 210

Wall thickness

Wall type:

• Plasterboard: finished wall thickness 100 mm, internal seat 62 mm
• Masonry: finished wall thickness 105 mm, internal seat 69 mm

Practical example:

• Pocket frame: 60 x 210
• Wall opening: 64.5 x 214.5 cm
• Door: 60 x 210 cm

Taking the correct measurements for interior doors is essential for a perfect installation. Follow these simple steps and use our conversion table to ensure your new interior doors fit perfectly in your space.

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