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Fitting a Cat Flap

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The process of installing a cat flap may be a bit daunting but it's easy to do with the right instructions. First, determine the height you want the flap to be (on average the belly height). Then, mark this area on the door and use the template included as a guideline to drill.

If you have a young kitten, prop the door open very slightly and gradually encourage it to go through. Reward it when it goes through.

Measure the Door

A cat flap allows your pet to move into and out of your home at any time. This can keep your cat flap installers near me in good health as it ensures that it is exercising regularly and be able to go back inside if it is stranded in the elements during bad weather. It can also reduce the amount of time you have to allow it in or out and can ensure your home is secure by letting you know when it has gone out.

It is essential to ensure that the cat flap is placed correctly to stop your pet from being forced through or escaping through it by other animals (e.g. dogs). You should measure the height of your pet's stomach and the height of the doorway at your home to make sure the flap is at the proper height. You can adjust the position of your flap when your cat is taller or smaller than average.

The next step is to use a spirit level to mark the middle of the door. This is where you will put in the flap. Then, using the mark as a guideline, cut out the shape of the flap on the door cat flap fitting with the aid of a Jigsaw. After you've cut the area and sanded the edges to create smooth surfaces. Make any holes that are required.

Fitting a cat flap should not take more than two hours. The process is a bit more challenging if you need to install it on the case of a uPVC door or composite one. This is because composite doors are available in various thicknesses, which can impact the way the holes are cut. This is why we recommend calling a professional to carry out the task, especially when you've never dealt with glass before.

Measure Your Cat

A cat flap will save you from listening to your pet's meow for you to let it out or in. This is particularly useful if you are at work all day and your cat is in the house waiting for you to get home regardless of the weather.

If you want to fit a cat flap inside your door, it is crucial that you measure your cat before attempting the task. While it may seem to be a simple task, it is crucial to get the measurement right or your cat will be unable to use.

First, make sure that your cat is calm before you begin taking measurements. You will have to hold your cat in a place that they are unable to move. Also, ensure that the measuring tape is straight and not bent against their body. You can get an accurate measurement by keeping the measuring tape or ruler flat against the body of the animal from the top to the bottom.

Once you have the measurement of your cat, it's time to look at the door and decide where to put the flap. Place the flap at the level of your cat's belly. This will allow them to walk through the door without much effort. This will also stop the flap making a lot of noise as it swings open and closed.

You should also take into consideration the thickness and structure of the uPVC door or composite. While all timber doors have the same thickness, uPVC or composite doors are different in their overall design. This makes fitting a flap for your cat more difficult as you must ensure that the hole is of the correct size.

It is also worth reading through the directions included with the cat flap kit to find an illustration template that can be used to mark the position of the hole in the door. This will help you to see the location where the opening should be, and also to make sure that the template is correctly positioned on the door. It is also a good idea to use a spirit-level to ensure that the template is in a straight line against the door.

Cut the Flap

You'll need to make a hole in the door to accommodate your cat flap prior to you can put it in place. This can be a challenging job, and it is recommended to seek the help of a professional cat flap fitting service for this job if you don't have the expertise or knowledge to tackle it yourself. You can also refer to the instructions that come with the kit to discover how to do it correctly.

You can consider the height of your cat's or kitten's stomach as a guide. A good guideline is to set the cat flap about 10-15 centimeters off the ground, as this is the typical height of the cat flap installation cost near me's belly. This way your cat can move through the flap comfortably and also give the other cats or neighbours who are snooping an issue when trying to get in or out.

Once you've decided the best location for the cat flap to be positioned, mark this location on the door using a pencil. If your kit comes with an outline of paper, place this over the door and use the markings to drill holes into each corner of the template. Then, you should be able to cut out the template shape and replace it with the flap for cats.

If you are installing your cat flap on a door made from wood or uPVC, it is possible to do this yourself if you are confident enough to use using a Jigsaw. Be sure to not cut through any of the door mullions or vertical rails. You can use a Jigsaw to cut your panel into a square or circle, depending on how you'd like to cut it. Make sure to take your time and don't force the jigsaw to cut faster.

Once the hole is cut, carefully place your cat flap in its new home. Make sure that it is solidly secured. If the flap has screws then push them into the protruding bolts. Once the screws are in place, sand any rough edges of the cut and then seal any gaps to ensure there are no draughts coming into your home.

Fit the Flap

If you have a standard cat flap, you can encourage your pet through it by placing a small amount of cat food on the top of the door. You can also push the cat using a stick or your hand. Once your cat is accustomed to moving through the flap, it will be able to come and go whenever it wants. This allows you to let it in and out at any time it wishes.

It is possible to install an animal flap into a UPVC door or a glass door, however it might not be as easy as installing one inside a wooden exterior door. This is due to the fact that the doors made of UPVC and some kinds of glass doors don't have an even thickness. This could have a significant impact on the way you cut the hole for the flap and will also affect whether the flap fits correctly once it's installed.

The mounting kit might contain a template that outlines where to drill holes. If the kit does not include a template you can create one on your own. It's important to not use the jigsaw to hard when cutting, so that it doesn't make a larger than needed hole in your door.

Most cat flaps are square or rectangular in shape but there are also some which are circular, and they are usually more difficult to install. If you have a round flap, ensure that the hole is in the correct place on your door. If not, your cat may not be able use it, and could be outside all day (or night).

doorpanels-300x200.jpgSome cat flaps have locks that let you control the time your cat is allowed to enter and leave. They are helpful for pets who are afraid of leaving in the dark, or coming back in the dark. They can also be helpful if you work all day. Certain locks can be used to lock entry or exit, and others can be locked in both directions. This is useful for sick or elderly cats who don't want to venture out in cold weather.

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