How to Install a Sliding Glass Patio Door

If you are looking for a great way to bring more light into your home to create a more inviting atmosphere, then installing a sliding glass door is most likely your best option. A sliding glass door is both great to look at and can help the air flow in your home. Especially if the windows in your home are not very large, a sliding glass door can make all the difference.

• Make a
  decision as to where you want to place the sliding glass door. This
  is important because you cannot place a sliding glass door on any
  wall. You will need to do an inspection of both sides of the wall
  and the attic to make sure that there are no problems with that
  spot. You should attempt to avoid any electrical or plumbing
  fixtures when choosing a wall.

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  Mark the
  dimensions of the door onto the wall. You should leave extra space
  for materials such as jack studs and shims. Usually a few inches on
  either side will be sufficient.

  
  


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  Cut off all
  power to the area of the house. You want to do this because there is
  always the risk of being shocked when you cut into a wall. You will
  want to carefully remove the wall so you do not damage any plumbing
  pipes that may be running through the wall. You will want to chip
  away at the plaster by hand so you will notice anything in the wall
  before you damage it.

  
  


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  Install the
  glass door. Once you have completed the steps to safely remove the
  wall, you will want to go ahead and install the door. If you find
  this part fairly difficult, you may want to call a professional. You
  will most likely save a lot of money because you did most of the
  labor yourself.