Slidng closet doors

[Glen]

Originally Posted by 86Scotty

SMB probably just cuts theirs a half inch too short so people can get them in and out easily (when needed) and it creates the problem of falling out. Of course, SMB's cabinet work is generally crap anyway (not just my opinion, ask around). If you build them just the right size to go in they won't want to come off track. If you're using 1/4" material you can cut it a tad long and flex them a big to get in, then they sure won't come off track.

Very nice set-up...

Gives me some ideas, as I'm still in the "planning stages" of my interior.

[Glen]

Originally Posted by campism

Not an SMB but I replaced a small hinged closet door in our VW Westy to dual sliders using a cupboard kit from Lowe's (or was it HoDepot?) for the track. Anyway, it went in pretty easily once I'd enlarged the opening. Luan for the doors, and I covered the track pieces with some flat trim painted to match. I had loop handles on them at first, which I liked, but the little recessed buttons are more space-efficient. I have not noticed any rattling but other rattles in the van might mask the sliders' noise. You might consider a tambour (think rolltop desk) if both space and access are at stake.


And if I were doing this again I'd bring the bottom of the opening down to be flush with the top of the mattress for improved access to the lowest sections of the closet for things like boots and other bulky items.

Very nice set-up...

Gives me some ideas, as I'm still in the "planning stages" of my interior.

[Glen]

Sorry for the double tap...

I'd delete it if I knew how.