# How to Remove the Sliding Door in the Wall
Sliding doors in walls, also called pocket doors, save space and allow doors to be mounted where they may not otherwise fit. The sliding door is held in place by tracks mounted in the door frame and the wall. A set of wheels at the top of the door ride in the track, allowing the door to be opened and shut easily. You can remove a sliding door in the wall on your own if you're looking to repair or upgrade the door.
Things You'll Need
- Screwdriver
- Utility knife
- Pry bar or claw hammer
- Plastic/wooden shims
- Assistant
Instructions
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Slide the door into the wall. Remove any track or guides on the floor with the screwdriver.
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Close the door all the way but do not latch it shut.
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Run a sharp utility knife around the edges of the door moulding to cut away any paint or caulk.
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Use a pry bar or claw hammer to remove the molding from around the edges of door. Place a wood or plastic shim underneath the heel of your tool to help protect the wall while you're working.
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Have an assistant stand on the inside of the door and push it towards you. Grab the bottom of the door and continue to lift until it is at a 45 degree angle.
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Press gently on the door to slide it up and off the tracks at the top of the door. Pull the door towards you
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