Cavity slider pocket door: selection guide

What is a cavity for slider pocket door? This is a structure that is installed inside the walls to support the movement of sliding doors. Essentially, sliding door counter frames act as a "skeleton" that houses the door when it is open, allowing it to slide inside the wall instead of opening up into or out of the room.

Ermetika with its experience in the field of more than thirty years, produces sliding pocket doors with the highest quality standards. The structure of the Ermetika counter frame is made of aluminum and is installed inside the wall during construction. Depending on its composition fits plaster and plasterboard walls, the first option is a metal mesh fixed with reinforced sheet metal sleepers that allows the perfect integration of the box to the remaining wall in plaster.

 

Inside the cavity there is a sliding rail, mounted on the top, on which the trolleys connected to the door slide. Uprights and crosspieces reinforce the structure, guaranteeing stability and robustness over time. The profiles of the Ermetika counter frames are made of aluminium, they can be plastered or hydrophythmed to ensure a better finish of the passage.

The types of cavity slider pocket door differ according to specific requirements. There are single frames for a single door that slides on one side, and double frames, ideal for larger openings, with two doors sliding in opposite directions; An example is the flush sliding door Absolute Evo available in both variants. For special needs, Ermetika has in its catalogue of frames for sliding doors that can accommodate a channel for the installation of light points inside the frame itself, thermostats and electrical outlets directly on the wall that houses it: this is the flush sliding pocket door system for electrical boxes Absolute Energy, also available with single or double doors.

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Absolute Evo Motorised - flush sliding door with motorised system

Sliding doors offer many advantages: they save space, making them ideal for small or difficult environments. From an aesthetic point of view, they create a stylish and modern visual effect, since the doors completely disappear inside the wall, especially if they are flush to the wall.

 

Their versatility makes them suitable for various contexts, both domestic and commercial. They also facilitate the smooth passage of people with reduced mobility, which is important; This is possible thanks to the advanced sliding systems that guarantee a smooth and silent movement. In this regard, Ermetika proposes the Absolute Evo Motorised: a variant of the classic sliding door wall with the addition of an automatic opening and closing mechanism.

Relying on professionals for the installation of the pocket door is a wise choice to ensure that each component is assembled correctly and safely. Careful installation not only ensures the perfect integration of the counter frame into the wall, but also ensures that the sliding system works smoothly. The combination of professional installation and solid guarantees helps to make the investment worthwhile, ensuring that the pocket door lasts over time and continues to function effectively.

 

 

Once the pocket door is installed, it is essential to pay attention to maintenance to ensure a long service life and optimal operation. Ermetika counter frames are designed to be robust and durable, but periodic cleaning of the tracks can prevent dust from accumulating, ensuring that the door always flows smoothly and quietly. In addition, checking the structure regularly for signs of damage allows you to intervene promptly, avoiding major problems. The quality of the materials used, such as aluminum for the profiles and metal for the structure, contributes significantly to the durability of the counter frame, making it a long-term investment for any type of environment.

 

 

When choosing the right pocket door, it is essential to consider various factors. It is important to make sure that the pocket door is compatible with the type of wall, whether it is made of plaster or plasterboard, Ermetika has both variants. The size of the opening must be measured accurately to ensure correct installation. In addition, the counter frame must be able to support the weight and size of the chosen door. It is useful to consider whether additional accessories such as the track kit capacity 120 kgfor sliding systems are required, this allows you to increase the load capacity of the counter frames for mounting heavy doors or with extra standard dimensions.

 

By choosing the right cavity slider pocket door carefully, you can optimize the available space, improve the aesthetics of the environment and ensure a reliable and long-lasting operation of the sliding door.