When you’re gearing up to install a commercial sliding door, choosing the right system and getting the setup just right can make all the difference.
We share our top tips to get it right the first time and install a cavity slider that glides like a dream with ease.
Avoid these common commercial sliding door installation mistakes
Installing a sliding door seems straightforward—until it’s not. It’s easy to think you’ve got this down, how hard can it be? It’s not that simple, and slip-ups are easiest to avoid by reading the instruction manual before you start the installation.
Here’s a few other common mistakes and how to avoid them:
– Installing a commercial sliding door out of level
A door that’s not level is a door that won’t slide properly. Use a laser level to ensure the head piece is perfectly horizontal. The head can only be level if the carcass is installed correctly.
– Misaligned carcass
If the carcass isn’t centred on the wall, you’ll find yourself wrestling with wall sheets and alignment issues. Use an offset laser or a long straight edge to confirm placement before securing anything.
– Installing the bump stop after sheeting or installing in the incorrect location
Make sure to read the instruction manual before installation – all the details will be found in there.
Our top installation tips for commercial sliding doors
If the cavity carcass is installed correctly, installing the door is a breeze, with our new clip lock system. Once installed it should take minimal adjustment of the bolts to have the door in the perfect position.
With a little prep, you can save time on site. Frame out doorways in advance and ensure heads and studs are installed plumb and level so the cavity slider can be slotted straight in without additional adjustments.
Installing a Bris Aluminium cavity slider
For step-by-step instructions specific to Bris Aluminium sliders, read the full instructions here.
Need extra help?
Every Bris Aluminium slider comes with detailed instructions—use them! And if you hit a snag, our team is just a call away.
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