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Single Sliding Pocket Doors Dublin
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What are single sliding pocket doors?
A single sliding pocket door is a single door leaf that slides horizontally into a cavity built inside the wall beside it. When fully open, the door is completely hidden within the wall, which leaves a clean, unobstructed opening with no door visible at all. There is no hinge, no swing, and no door frame eating into your room.
In Dublin homes, single pocket doors are most commonly installed in en-suites and utility rooms. These are spaces where a standard hinged door causes daily frustration that swings into a tight room, blocking access to a sink or appliance, or making the space feel cramped and awkward. A single sliding pocket door solves all of this completely, and does so with a finish that looks high-end and deliberate.
SINGLE SLIDING POCKET DOORS
Why Dublin Homeowners Choose Single Pocket Doors
Reclaim Space
A hinged door in a small ensuite or utility room eats up to 80cm of swing space. A single pocket door eliminates the swing entirely, making even the tightest rooms feel more spacious and functional.
En-suites & Utility Rooms
These are the rooms where standard doors cause the most frustration. Single pocket doors are ideal for en-suites, utility rooms, small bathrooms & converted spaces in Dublin homes.
Flush When Open
When open, the door vanishes into the wall completely. When closed, you get a flush surface with concealed hardware. The result looks architecturally considered & immediately elevates the room.
Period Homes & New Builds
Whether you live in a Victorian terrace or a modern semi-D house, we build a second stud wall to create the pocket cavity — adapting neatly to your existing structure.
Full Privacy
You get the full privacy without the bulk in rooms like your en-suite or utility. Open it and the door simply disappears — no folding panel, no barn door track on the wall, just a clean open doorway.
100% Satisfaction
We ensure you’re completely satisfied with your single pocket door. You pay only once your door is fully installed, and you are completely satisfied with the result. No risk, no pressure.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Single Sliding Pocket Door Set (1 door leaf) |
| Standard Sizes Available | 24″ / 26″ / 28″ / 30″ / 32″ / 34″ per leaf |
| Hardware / Rail System | OPK Rails (premium quality sliding system) |
| Minimum Wall Width Required | 160mm minimum to create the pocket |
| Required Wall Construction | A second stud wall is built to create the pocket cavity |
| Suitable Wall Types | New stud walls – retrofit into existing walls also available (subject to survey) |
| Ideal Location in the Home | En-suites, utility rooms, small bathrooms, WCs, converted spaces, hallways |
| Finish | Fully flush, seamless finish. Architrave detail. Hardware concealed inside wall cavity. |
| Maintenance Required | None — OPK rail system is maintenance-free for the life of the door |
| Price (Supply & Install) | From €1,750 + VAT* |
| Dublin Coverage | Dublin City and Greater Dublin Area |
*Prices may vary
Where Single Pocket Doors Work Best
Single sliding pocket doors solve a very specific problem – reclaiming living space! Here is where they make the biggest difference:
Ensuite Bathrooms
The most common installation we do. Ensuites in Dublin homes are often compact — a hinged door swings into the toilet, the sink, or the shower tray. A single pocket door removes that problem completely. The door disappears into the bedroom wall, leaving the full floor area free and giving the ensuite a much more considered, high-end feel.
Utility Rooms
Utility rooms are often tucked beside the kitchen or at the end of a hallway, with very limited space in front of the opening. A hinged door blocks the hallway every time it swings. A single sliding pocket door keeps the passage clear and makes access to the washing machine and dryer much easier, even when someone is standing in the doorway.
WCs & Cloakrooms
Downstairs WCs and cloakrooms are among the tightest spaces in any Dublin home. Standard doors are deeply impractical here — they often hit the toilet, make the space feel claustrophobic, and frustrate daily use. A single pocket door is the standard solution recommended by builders and architects for any WC under 1.2m wide.
Narrow Hallways & Converted Spaces
Spaces Older Dublin homes with narrow hallways — particularly Victorian and Edwardian terraces — often struggle with doors that block natural light and restrict movement. Single pocket doors are an elegant fix: they allow the hallway to feel wider and more open while keeping each room functionally separate when needed.
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POCKET DOORS DUBLIN FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a single pocket door be locked?
Yes, of course! Single pocket doors can be fitted with a privacy lock or a keyed lock, depending on your requirements. For en-suites & bathrooms, a simple turn-and-release privacy lock is the most common choice, keeping the hardware minimal and the finish clean. We advise on the best locking option for your specific door and room during the site visit.
Will a pocket door affect the soundproofing of my ensuite or utility room?
A pocket door provides a great level of sound separation when closed, comparable to a standard interior hinged door. If sound insulation is a priority, for example, if the utility room houses a noisy washing machine — we can advise on door materials and seals that will help reduce sound transfer. The door itself sits within the wall cavity, and the gap around the door leaf can be minimised with the right frame and seal specification.
Can a single pocket door be installed in a load-bearing wall?
Pocket doors can be installed in load-bearing walls, but this requires a structural assessment first. A lintel or structural support must be in place above the opening, which is standard practice for any door in a load-bearing wall. We identify this during the site visit.
Can a single pocket door have glass panels in it?
Alsolutely! Glazed or part-glazed door leaves work perfectly with the pocket door system. A glazed panel can be a great choice for an ensuite, allowing natural light to pass through from the bedroom while still providing privacy when closed (particularly with frosted or obscure glass). We are happy to discuss glazed door options during the consultation.
How does a pocket door handle work — is there a standard handle on the door?
Because the door slides into the wall, standard protruding door handles cannot be used — the handle would prevent the door from sliding fully into the pocket. Instead, a recessed pull handle or a finger pull is fitted into the door edge, flush with the surface. These are available in a range of finishes — brushed nickel, chrome, black, and others — and we advise on the best option for your door during the site visit.
Yes, of course! Single pocket doors can be fitted with a privacy lock or a keyed lock, depending on your requirements. For en-suites & bathrooms, a simple turn-and-release privacy lock is the most common choice, keeping the hardware minimal and the finish clean. We advise on the best locking option for your specific door and room during the site visit.
A pocket door provides a great level of sound separation when closed, comparable to a standard interior hinged door. If sound insulation is a priority, for example, if the utility room houses a noisy washing machine — we can advise on door materials and seals that will help reduce sound transfer. The door itself sits within the wall cavity, and the gap around the door leaf can be minimised with the right frame and seal specification.
Pocket doors can be installed in load-bearing walls, but this requires a structural assessment first. A lintel or structural support must be in place above the opening, which is standard practice for any door in a load-bearing wall. We identify this during the site visit.
Alsolutely! Glazed or part-glazed door leaves work perfectly with the pocket door system. A glazed panel can be a great choice for an ensuite, allowing natural light to pass through from the bedroom while still providing privacy when closed (particularly with frosted or obscure glass). We are happy to discuss glazed door options during the consultation.
Because the door slides into the wall, standard protruding door handles cannot be used — the handle would prevent the door from sliding fully into the pocket. Instead, a recessed pull handle or a finger pull is fitted into the door edge, flush with the surface. These are available in a range of finishes — brushed nickel, chrome, black, and others — and we advise on the best option for your door during the site visit.
Still Have Questions?
Reach out to a member of our team who are happy to answer your pocket door questions.