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Pocket Door Hardware Overview
Pocket door hardware includes all the components that work together to allow a door to slide smoothly in and out of a wall cavity. This can range from tracks and rollers to complete frame kits, as well as locks, pulls, and handles.
1. Pulls and Handles
These are used to grip and move the door.
Flush Pulls
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Recessed into the door surface (sit flush)
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Ideal for doors that fully slide into the wall pocket
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Available in various shapes:
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Rectangular
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Round
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Oval
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Square
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Edge Pulls
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Installed on the edge of the door
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Allow you to pull the door out of the pocket when fully open
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Often paired with flush pulls on the door face
2. Locks and Latches
Provide privacy and keep the door securely closed.
Passage Handles
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Hold the door closed
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No locking function
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Best for areas where privacy is not needed
Privacy Locks
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Lock from one side (usually with a thumb turn)
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Include an emergency release on the outside
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Ideal for bathrooms and bedrooms
Tubular Locks
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Simpler locking mechanism housed in a tube-shaped unit
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Round pocket door locks are a common type:
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Fit a standard 2-1/8" bore hole
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Can replace a standard door knob
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Allow reuse of doors previously used as swinging doors
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3. Tracks and Rollers (Sliding Mechanism)
These components control how the door moves.
Tracks
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Installed in the header above the door opening
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Typically made of heavy-duty aluminum or steel
Rollers / Hangers / Trolleys
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Attached to the top of the door
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Use wheels or bearings for smooth, quiet operation
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High-quality rollers are key for performance
Pocket Door Frame Kits
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Include:
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Track system
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Rollers
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Framing components
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Create the wall pocket that houses the door
4. Additional Components
Enhance functionality and ease of use.
Soft Close / Soft Open
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Gently slows the door at the end of travel
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Prevents slamming
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Extends hardware life
Door Guides
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Keep the bottom of the door aligned
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Prevent swinging
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Options include:
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Floor-mounted guides
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Hidden guides between jamb and studs
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EZ Closer
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Mounted at the back of the door
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Pushes against a stud inside the wall
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Features two positions:
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Closed position: door sits flush with the jamb
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Pressing the door causes it to pop out into the opening
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Choosing the Right Hardware
When selecting pocket door hardware, consider:
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Door weight and thickness
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Level of privacy or security needed
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Desired look and finish
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Type of application (residential or commercial)
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