I don't have a trim on the side of the door that I would mount this - could I put a thin piece of plywood above the door and use this?
1853450
yes. Make sure its anchored in deep and into a stud though. The trim keeps it from sliding down and most of the weight , once you actually hang, is transferred into the rubber covered bar. If you move around or bounce though that trim becomes necessary. I'm about 280 and i can flop around on this thing. The holds twist and break long before the little piece of wood trim does.
1853451
I'm not sure, pretty much all of the weight goes onto that part so I'm not sure a thin piece of plywood would be safe. something a little thicker that is fastened/nailed/screwed solidly to the frame might work though
1853452
I have the Metolius simulator on it, and it's pretty heavy. I personally would not trust a thin piece of plywood because that plywood should support your weight + the holds and the board. The board is probably around 5-10 lbs.
1898672
Yes, you can mount it anywhere within the door frame. If you're putting it in a door everyone uses you may want to check that everyone fits under it before you install.
481180
It does need mounted, and no it would not be something to put on a door. The backside has a lip so it sticks out from the wall 3/4".
2068206
The door we put it on was pretty thick a tad over 1.5 inches. The only problem you might run into is, pocket doors are hollow so when you cut the square there won't be any edges. Might have to use that foaming insulation which would give you something to anchor it too.
2083630
I don't think so. There is a minimum thickness of the door in order to install the pet door.
937952
I suppose you could as long as you nailed it to the wall, it would tip when the doors opened if not anchored to a solid support. I love mine, it has plenty of room and was very easy to hang. Hope this helped.
1751258
I think it has enough bars to make that a possibility. I have mine over the door. But I think if you attach a metal piece sideways on the back part it's a possibility. It just takes a little creativity
1788298
I really don't think so...I would look for a different one that is right for that thickness of door
260592
Yes. I have it installed this way. However, its possible there are exceptions to this. My door had pre-drilled holes and mortises, which I believe are standardized.
1410242
I does have the piece that goes under the door, but it's short. It is also heavy so it will hold the door in place if the space under the door is too large, as mine is.
673791
I'd go along with everyone else and say if it's hollow you might need different attachments than screws (can't think of what they call the ones for hollow walls). However, you can mount it on the wall behind a door. Should function about the same.
722151
it depends. it the door is flat and doesnt have any raised parts. but you would have to modify it with the branches.
977132
You would need to modify it. Remove the screws for the door hooks then screw directly to the wall with plastic wall anchors should work.
1203467
Oh I think you can. I sat in front of ours, and really looked.. took out the ol trusty tape measurer, and it just might fit.. if not, the wood is solid enough to withstand a trim, if you know of a person handy with a saw. I like mine so well, that is definitely what I would do.
1206086
No need to worry about the width of the door; as for the thickness, unless they're REALLY think you'll be OK. The portions which attach to top and bottom of door have an adjustable tension strap between them which helps compensate for thinner doors. If your doors are still to thin then you could throw some cardboard in gaps between the door and the attachment pieces.
1844512
You can mount it anywhere there is enough support for it but it might be to low unless you are planning to use it for a child. You should make sure the door frame offers enough support. Also, make sure to use at least 5/16 thick eyehooks for it. I mounted them on my garage ceiling using a 4ft 2x4 for each ring to provide maximum support. The 2x4s were attached to 3 2x2 on the ceiling for each eyehook
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I would imagine you would have to do some sort of seal on the trim around the door as well as the panels that this product covers. It is worth a try.