What is a pocket door?
ECLISSE US says "The frame of a sliding pocket door is a metal pocket that allows the door to slide inside the wall concealing from sight." (read 2026-11-04). United Works Global says "Rough opening requirements may vary depending on the selected pocket door frame kit and hardware system." (read 2026-11-04).
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What this means for your home project
- ECLISSE US says "Measure the rough opening (RO) you have available." (read 2026-11-04). Source: ECLISSE US, read 2026-11-04.
- Johnson Hardware says "Select a frame part number that accommodates your door size." (read 2026-11-04). Source: Johnson Hardware, read 2026-11-04.
- Johnson Hardware says "FASTEN bottom door guides so that door stays in center of pocket, yet travels easily without binding." (read 2026-11-04). Source: Johnson Hardware, read 2026-11-04.
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For your AI assistant
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- MCP connector URL
https://instabids.ai/api/agent/mcp - Agent API (OpenAPI)
https://instabids.ai/openapi.json - Start-request link
https://instabids.ai/intake?from=glossary-pocket-door&page_type=glossary&job=a+pocket-door+frame+installation+for+my+home&utm_source=us&utm_medium=page&utm_campaign=glossary - Prompt for any AI, with your job
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- GeminiCopies the prompt, then opens
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How much wall space does a pocket door need?
Sugatsune America says (read 2026-11-04): “A 36-inch wide door, for example, requires at least 72 inches (6 feet) of wall length!” Source: Sugatsune America, read 2026-11-04.
Do pocket doors require thicker walls?
ECLISSE US says (read 2026-11-04): “ECLISSE Single is available in KIT.” Source: ECLISSE US, read 2026-11-04. “One kit can fit in a 2x4" and 2x6" thickness.” Source: ECLISSE US, read 2026-11-04.
How hard is it to install a pocket door in an existing wall?
JELD-WEN Windows and Doors says (read 2026-11-04): “Frame the new rough opening with a new header and jambs as needed.” Source: JELD-WEN Windows and Doors, read 2026-11-04.
What are the delivery times for pocket-door frame kits?
ECLISSE US says (read 2026-11-04): “In-stock items typically ship out within 72 hours after an order is placed.” Source: ECLISSE US, read 2026-11-04. “Custom orders require signed shop drawings to get into production.” Source: ECLISSE US, read 2026-11-04.
Can pocket doors have soft-close hardware?
Johnson Hardware says (read 2026-11-04): “Instructions are for installing the 1060 Soft Close in a Pocket Door Frame using JOHNSON 100 Series Track.” Source: Johnson Hardware, read 2026-11-04.
Sources
- Pocket doors: a mini-guide — ECLISSE US; read 2026-11-04.
- Choosing the right pocket door — ECLISSE US; read 2026-11-04.
- Single sliding pocket door system — ECLISSE US; read 2026-11-04.
- Pocket door FAQ — ECLISSE US; read 2026-11-04.
- 2511 Series Pocket Door Frame Kits — Johnson Hardware; read 2026-11-04.
- 1510/1511 Series Pocket Door Frame Jamb Kit, Rev 12/22 — Johnson Hardware; published 2022-12; read 2026-11-04.
- 1060 Soft Close Pocket instructions, Rev 12/22 — Johnson Hardware; published 2022-12; read 2026-11-04.
- Wood Pocket Door Frames (JII102), 11/21 — JELD-WEN Windows and Doors; published 2021-11; read 2026-11-04.
- Pocket doors: rough opening requirements — United Works Global; read 2026-11-04.
- Everything You Want to Know About Pocket Doors, Hardware & Sliding Door Kits — Sugatsune America; read 2026-11-04.