Can you put a cat flap in french doors

North West of England and also cover North Wales - our prices are extremely competitive and we offer a comprehensive service. We had a cat flap put into our double glazed French Window doors - done by a local firm. Was a floor to ceiling door , so cost around £1if I remember correctly.

Can you install a cat flap into a metal-skinned Composite door? Yes – our installer is highly experienced in this and does this type of installation on a regular basis. The double glazed panel is sealed and air tight. If you do anything to this then you will destroy the double glazing benefit.

Condensation between the panes is inevitable. If you cut holes in double glazed panels then they arent sealed units any more. Cut a hole in the brickwork. You can get special cat-flaps with a tunnel insert for just that purpose. Yes we can as long as your new door has a solid panel.

We are unable to install cat flaps into glazed panels. If you really do want the Cat Flap fitted in either single glass, or a double glazed sealed unit then you could consider 'Laminated' glass, but expect to put your hand in your pocket very deeply. Smashing Windows will fit these flaps for FREE when fitted into glass or upvc panels supplied by us. You must accept that it will go off colour and yellow a little with time.

So if you have a double-glazed window or door you will need to get a replacement unit manufactured with a circular hole pre-cut for the cat flap. A replacement full size double glazed door unit costs from about £1to £2or so depending on its size and specification. The house will be a terrace with French Doors going out into the garden which is where I want the cat flap. From previous experience I know that this needs to be done at the time of manufacture as you cannot cut glass once it has been toughened.

I asked if it was possible for this to be done as the house was not yet built. I was told this was not a problem but I might have to pay a bit extra. Free Delivery on Eligible Orders! Furthermore, we can advise you on the best method of installing your cat flap or pet door , because sometimes all options are not obvious at first glance. There are two steps up the French doors (top step quite wide) so this seems the best option.

We can install a cat flap or dog flap in to most of our door range, including solid doors , flat panels and even double glazed sealed units, meaning your pets can continue to have easy access to your home. We normally recommend that you purchase your own pet- flap as there is such a huge choice on the market, staring from less than £to over £100. One question we are regularly asked by customers is whether or not a cat flap can be fitted in a composite door. Hi, I am getting doubled glazed french doors put in and I need some advice on the cat flap. Some people have said people who make the doors can build the cat flap in.

We have a cat flap to suit all felines and all pockets, giving your cat the independence they demand without you having to open doors and windows every five minutes! Types of Cat Flap The standard lockable Cat Flap is the entry level design, with a simple slide lock. When you order an Anglian door with a cat flap , we will fit a PetSafe pet flap to your door during the manufacturing process to ensure a perfect fit in the door. The PetSafe cat flaps itself is 212mm in diameter, an ideal size for smaller pets up to the weight of 7kg. It had the moulding at the bottom and looked a right pile of shite when finished but the customer knew it would and.

Cat flap repairing or new cat flap installation should be done by a professional. Effective cat repellers for the garden. Fitting a cat flap can seem like a huge job to a novice DIY’er, especially through a uPVC door but if you simply stick to the instructions which always accompany the access cat or dog flap , its really quite a simple operation. Hi Caroline, yes you can fit a cat flap into a PVC panelled door. Call your local glazing firms and ask them to quote you on this.

Fitting a cat flap into single glazing would normally require the manufacture of a new piece of toughened glass to withstand the pressure of the cat flap. Many people get cat flaps fitted into single glazing in a door between their house and conservatory. This means that litter trays can be hidden and access to the garden can be gained.

We fit Staywell Magnetic cat flaps as standard and these are included in the price. You may supply your own flap if you wish but this will incur a manufacturing surcharge of £80. Composite doors come either with a plastic or a steal skins and filled with high density foam, for insulation. Cat flap fitter can cut hole for a cat flap in a composite door the same day as contacted.

Unlike UPVC doors they come with a wood grain feel and can be painted any colour you like. When fitting a cat flap in a composite we have to cut the hole from both sides, just above the storm. We could install it into our wooden front door but that would lead onto the cul-de-sac bit. I would rather the cat flap lead into the back garden. The main worry I have is the molding being in the way when trying to fit the cat flap flush to the door.

It is easier to install the cat flap if you keep the door open while you are working, and hold it in place by putting a door stop on either side. Safety First Always wear safety goggles when operating your drill, and when using a saw.