Cat flaps allow your pet come and go whenever they want without you needing to let him in or out. They also can help stop your cat from urinating inside the house.

Fitting a cat flap in the door panel made of upvc is much simpler than installing one in a glass door, but it does require some skills and the appropriate tools.

Take a measurement of the door

Installing a cat door into the front door is difficult, but provided that the cat flap is of the right type and you follow the directions it shouldn't be too difficult. We will show you how to draw the shape using the jigsaw to cut out the door's opening. Then, we'll finish the job by attaching the flap. This will ensure that the flap stays in place and protects the door from rain and wind which can cause damage.

To determine the size of the cat flap you require, take a measurement of your pet's width. This will allow you to select a cat flap that is big enough to allow your pet to go into the home and exit without having to open the door each time.

If your kit comes with a drawing showing where to drill, you can put it on the door and then use a pencil around it. If your door has moulding or a sill at the bottom, be sure you leave enough space between your cat and the moulding or sill.

Then put on your eye protection as well as a dust mask. Then using a jigsaw begin to cut along the line you've drawn in, but don't press the blade too hard because this can cause it to cut more quickly than you would like it to. If you have an already-cut square, make use of it to verify that you're cutting properly and to ensure that the hole is a proper rectangle shape, once you are satisfied with this you can begin to remove the remaining door material.

Draw a Line

The cat flap lets you to let your pet go inside and outside without having to worry about unwanted visitors or unwanted gifts. It also stops draughts and helps to keep the temperature in your home in a stable manner. Fitting a cat flap to your door can be a daunting task for those who haven't attempted it before. Many people will call an expert joiner or carpenter to do the work. It is an option, but you can do it yourself, provided the tools are in order and the instructions are followed.

While this is far simpler when using a timber door it is still feasible in upvc cat flap door panels doors, though you should be careful not to scratch the doors, as this can cause damage to your warranty. The first step is to take measurements of the door, making sure that it is able to accommodate the new cat flap. This should be simple enough for the standard uPVC door, but you may need to take more care if using an alternative type of door since these are more difficult to cut than solid uPVC panels.

The next step is to determine the size of your cat's belly. This is the height from the floor to the bottom of the cat's stomach and you'll need find a place near the door that will be within the range your pet can comfortably go through. Once youcause issues and damage the doors frame.

If the door is made of upvc and is made of metal, or has a frame, it may interfere with the microchip flap. In this situation you'll need to make an oversize hole to ensure that the metal does not come into contact with walls of the flap.

If you're planning to install a cat flap in a upvc or double-glazed window with frames made of metal you'll need to talk to a specialist. They can offer you a brand new piece of glass with the hole already pre-made for the cat flap. This will be less expensive than trying to fit the flap into an existing pane that wasn't designed specifically for this purpose.

Place the Flap

Cat flaps allow your pet the freedom to move around whenever they like and allow them to be comfortable in the home whenever they'd like. If you have an uPVC front door, it may be difficult to put in a cat flap. This is especially true if you do not own glass panels that can be cut. If you're able to purchase and install a half-glazed replacement upvc door panel with cat flap uPVC panel, then it's possible to install a cat flap to the doors. It's not as easy as just cutting a hole in the door though and there are some things you'll need to do first to make sure it's secure.

A composite, uPVC, or GRP door panel usually has an extremely thin plastic outer skin joined to a soft polystyrene insulating core. It is crucial to be careful when cutting the material. This type door has a template you can use to make the hole.

After you've marked the location of the hole in your door, it's now time to put in the cat flap. You can buy and fit a wide variety of different models that range from simple button operated ones to microchip activated units that allow access only to your pet. Whatever kind of cat flap you pick, it's vital that your cat can use the flap comfortably without getting stuck in the rain.

A circular fitting is better than a square because circles can be cut more securely into glass. This is because square holes are more likely to crack the glass when drilled. This is also a safer choice because you won't need to drill into the toughened glass, which could break and cause harm to your pet or family. This is especially crucial if you have children or elderly people in your home that could be injured by glass shattering.