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Installing a cat flap might be a bit daunting, but it is fairly easy to do with the right instructions. First, determine the height you want the flap to be (on average, belly height). Then, mark this area on your door and use the included template to help you drill. If you have a young kitten hold the door open very slightly and gradually allow it to pass through. Reward the kitten every time it moves through. Take a measurement of the door A cat flap is a great method to let your pet come and go in and out of your home as it pleases. This will keep your cat healthy since it will ensure it is getting enough exercise and also be able to go back inside if it is stranded outside in bad weather. It can also cut down on the amount of time you need to let it out or in. It can also ensure your home is secure by letting you know when it has gone out. It is crucial to make sure that the cat flap is placed properly to stop your pet from being forced through or escaping through it by other animals (e.g. dogs). It is crucial to determine your pet's belly height and the doorway to your home to make sure that the flap is at the right height. You can adjust the height of your flap when your cat is taller or smaller than average. Next, use a spirit-level to mark the center of the door. This is where you'll install the flap. Utilizing the marking as a reference, use the jigsaw and cut the form of the flap in the door. Once you've cut the door, sand the edges of the door to create smooth surfaces. You can then drill any fixing holes that are required. The process of installing a cat flap is not as difficult as you believe and it shouldn't take more than two hours to finish the entire task from start to completion. The process is slightly more challenging if you need to install it on a uPVC door or composite one. This is because composite doors are available in various thicknesses, which can affect the way holes are cut. We recommend to consult with an expert when this is your first experience working with glass. Measure Your Cat A cat flap can save you from hearing your pet's cries for you to let it out or in. This is especially useful when your cat is in the house during all seasons while you are at work. It is important to measure your cat's measurements first before attempting to install. It might appear to be a simple task, but it is important to get the measurements right. If not, your cat may have difficulty putting it in use. First, ensure that your cat is calm before you begin taking measurements. You'll need to put your cat in a position that they are unable to move. Also, make sure that the measuring tape is flat and not curved against their body. Keeping the measuring tape or ruler against their body from the top of their head to the bottom of their tail will allow you to get an accurate measurement. Once you have the measurement of your cat, it is time to look at the door and decide on where you want to place the flap. Place the flap at the level of your cat's belly. This will allow them to pass through the door without much effort. This will also stop the flap from making a lot of noise when it swings back and back. You will also need to consider the thickness and structure of the uPVC door or composite. Although timber doors are of a similar thickness, uPVC and composite doors are different in their overall structure, which can make fitting a cat flap more complicated as you will need to make sure that the hole you cut is the correct size for your pet. It is also worthwhile looking through the instructions included with the kit to locate an illustration template that can be used to determine the location of the hole inside the door. This will enable you to determine where the hole must be placed and ensure that the template is placed correctly on the door. Using a spirit level to ensure that the template is sitting in a straight line against the door will also be very helpful. Cut the Flap Before you can put in your cat flap you have to cut the door panel in order to make it large enough to accommodate it. This is a difficult job and it is recommended that you get help from a professional cat flap fitting service for this job if you don't have the expertise or knowledge to do it yourself. It is also recommended to read the instructions included with the kit to find out how to do this properly. You can take the height of your cat's or kitten's stomach as a guide. A good rule of thumb is to set the flap around 10-15 centimeters off the ground, as this is roughly the average belly height for cats. This will allow your cat to pass through the flap with ease and will make it difficult for other cats or nosy neighbours to get inside or out. The position of the cat flap on the door with pencil. Then, if your kit has an outline of paper, place it on top of the door and use the markings to drill holes into every corner of the template. You will then be able cut out the design of the template and replace it with your cat flap. You can put in your cat flap yourself on an uPVC or wood door when you're confident using the use of 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 circle or square depending on the way you'd like to cut it. Be patient and don't try to make the jigsaw cut faster. After the hole has been cut then carefully insert the flap onto its new home and make sure that it is securely fixed. If it features caps for screws, then put these onto the protruding screws. After the screws are installed smooth the edges and then apply sealant to any gaps. cat flap in bifold doors will block draughts from entering your home. Place the Flap If you have a simple cat flap, you can open it and encourage your pet to use it by putting a little bit of cat food on the outside of the door. You can also push the cat with a stick or your hand. Once your cat is accustomed to walking through the flap it will be able to move into and out as it pleases, so you can let it out and in without having to be there to open the door for it throughout the day (and potentially in all weather conditions). It is possible to put a cat flap in a UPVC door or a glass door, but it might not be as simple as installing one on a wooden external door. This is due to the fact that the doors made of UPVC and some kinds of glass doors don't have a uniform thickness. This could have an enormous impact on the way you cut out the flap's hole and whether the flap fits correctly after installation. The mounting kit might contain a template that outlines the best places to drill holes. If the kit doesn't include a template you can use a photocopier to create your own. It is important not to push the jigsaw too hard when cutting, so it doesn't create a larger than needed hole in your door. Some cat flaps are available in circular shapes, which can be more difficult to put in. If you have a circular flap, make sure that the hole is in the correct place on the door. Otherwise, the cat might not be able to use it, and could be locked outside for the entire day (or night). Some cat flaps have locks that let you control the time your cat comes and goes. They are helpful for pets who are afraid of leaving in the dark, or coming back to the house at night. They can also be useful when you are working all day. Certain locks can be used for entry or exit, and others can be locked both ways. This is helpful for older cats or sick cats who aren't keen to venture out in cold weather.