Can I put this cat door in a basement casement window that opens by sliding sideways?
80574
Without seeing the window I really don't know. There are 2 parts to the door that have to be fastened together, so I don't know how you would do it with glass unless you could fastened it to the wooden frame of the window.
80575
I have used these doors for literally 20 years. Whenever they go in windows, they get mounted first onto a board to fit the window opening, whatever it may be. So hopefully you have someone, and/or the tools, to cut a board, cut a square hole through the board, mount the door with four screws and stick it in the window. I have always finished the board with paint before mounting. I have usually used only the 'active' side (with the red control knob) because the boards are generally 3/4" thick. They work great. Lock the sliding window in place with a stick/dowel/screw. Cats love the doors. So do we. Go figure.
80576
Like others have said, you would first need to cut a piece of plywood to the dimensions of the window opening. Then you would simply install the cat door into the plywood. Obviously the window would be unlocked which may or may not be a concern for you.
80577
I have used these doors for literally 20 years. Whenever they go in windows, they get mounted first onto a board to fit the window opening, whatever it may be. So hopefully you have someone, and/or the tools, to cut a board, cut a square hole through the board, mount the door with four screws and stick it in the window. I have always finished the board with paint before mounting. I have usually used only the 'active' side (with the red control knob) because the boards are generally 3/4" thick. They work great. Lock the sliding window in place with a stick/dowel/screw. Cats love the doors. So do we. Go figure. I have used these doors for literally 20 years. Whenever they go in windows, they get mounted first onto a board to fit the window opening, whatever it may be. So hopefully you have someone, and/or the tools, to cut a board, cut a square hole through the board, mount the door with four screws and stick it in the window. I have always finished the board with paint before mounting. I have usually used only the 'active' side (with the red control knob) because the boards are generally 3/4" thick. They work great. Lock the sliding window in place with a stick/dowel/screw. Cats love the... » Read More I have used these doors for literally 20 years. Whenever they go in windows, they get mounted first onto a board to fit the window opening, whatever it may be. So hopefully you have someone, and/or the tools, to cut a board, cut a square hole through the board, mount the door with four screws and stick it in the window. I have always finished the board with paint before mounting. I have usually used only the 'active' side (with the red control knob) because the boards are generally 3/4" thick. They work great. Lock the sliding window in place with a stick/dowel/screw. Cats love the doors. So do we. Go figure. « Show Less
80578
If this is going through glass, you would need to somehow cut out a section of the glass first (otherwise the cat door would not swing in & out). Then, my guess is that in order to put this in any window at all, you would have to build a framework of wood for the cat door to be anchored into (the framework of the cat door has a minimum depth of about an inch; you take the four corner screws out and the two halves separate, then you put the outer half on the outside and the inner half on the inside of your framework and then re-screw the two halves together). If that will work for you, then I think the answer to your question is "Yes". [I hope my answer here makes some sense to you....] If this is going through glass, you would need to somehow cut out a section of the glass first (otherwise the cat door would not swing in & out). Then, my guess is that in order to put this in any window at all, you would have to build a framework of wood for the cat door to be anchored into (the framework of the cat door has a minimum depth of about an inch; you take the four corner screws out and the two halves separate, then you put the outer half on the outside and the inner half on the inside of your framework and then re-screw the two halves together). If that will work for you, then... » Read More If this is going through glass, you would need to somehow cut out a section of the glass first (otherwise the cat door would not swing in & out). Then, my guess is that in order to put this in any window at all, you would have to build a framework of wood for the cat door to be anchored into (the framework of the cat door has a minimum depth of about an inch; you take the four corner screws out and the two halves separate, then you put the outer half on the outside and the inner half on the inside of your framework and then re-screw the two halves together). If that will work for you, then I think the answer to your question is "Yes". [I hope my answer here makes some sense to you....] « Show Less
475818
Not mine, but a particularly motivated cat with some heft behind it might... Mine opens doors and still hasn't figured it out after a few years of daily use, so I'd say its highly unlikely...
2257941
the cat door is about 12in high so it should fit with your window , how wide is your window?
1885300
I don't think so. It's wide enough to obstruct the sliding door from opening. I wouldn't try it.
2111614
Hey I just attached to my any door frame in ground floor. It does not have any issue. You can try it in your basement.
113894
I'm sorry. I meant to respond to you sooner. Yes you can leave the door open but you may have to squeeze by unless the door opens all the way back. My cat loved this thing and it's very neat and strong. It doesn't take up as much room as the towers that set up in corners. I got the bigger one, put towels on the floor of each level, and sprinkled a little catnip on each floor to get my cat to explore it. I think it's a great invention. I hope this helps.
797240
Yes, I had mine done in less than 5". Instruction are basically the same for either type of sliding window.UPDATED 5/11/2015: This will work in a casement/crank window with a little ingenuity, please see my review on how others solved this problem.
234772
Sliding up? Easy, slide up window, put it in place and slide the window down on it. Use the foam tape they provide. Should work for windows sliding sideways too. They also included screws for more permanent placement, but I didn't bother with that. It can expand to fit your window. Takes 2 minutes to install. Hope this helps.
2011753
I haven't had any problem at all. My doors are hollow and I've installed three cat doors. I've only had to put a bit of wood glue on to hold it on...the cat door frame tends to slide off otherwise.
1885301
I think that it will protrude enough that the sliding part won't be able to clear it when opening. Mine is put away now however so can't recall an exact measurement. It sounds forced and awkward to me as it is specifically intended for a small window opening. This is why it is relatively expensive compared to other units.
1191865
No. For my Glass patio I used a 2x6" post the height of my sliding door and notched out 4.5x10.5" opening at the bottom and stapled a vinyl flap on the bottom. This allows my fat cat to snuggly enter and leave at her pleasure. I painted the wood post the color of my wall trim, so it matches. Had to plane the edges of the post so that it fitted into the aluminum door opening and then secured top with one wood screw. looks neat and works fine.
2131938
.I haven't been able to use mine because the window sills are too wide. I live in a very old(100 yrs) condo building. I think if the window rolls out instead of in, you could use it. I'm not sure what to do with mine but I know my cats would love it.
1500032
I dont think it will work with the window open unless you use a powerful screw gun to make it possible. My kitty just loves it this entire winter.
1265817
open the window you intend to put the cat flap in.measure the width of the opening, from the wall to the wall. the cat flap fits inside the window framing.
921562
Sure you could. Open the window---measure the opening and cut a piece of plywood(try cardboard first) to fit the hole. Put the plywood in the window opening. See that it fits nicely or cut another one till you get it right. Cut the proper hole in the plywood for the kitty door. There you have it!
1352422
Not a choice of entry. The "cat door" opening is on the right side if you were standing facing the item.However, the interior divider panel can be placed in either of two possible locations based on the customers storage needs.
1378481
Possibly. Mine was too rigid for y pets to feel comfortable using and when it got windy it flew open. I prefer the pliable version of these doors.