Fitting a cat flap can be a bit daunting but it's easy to do with the right instructions. Decide how high you'd like the cat flap (normally it's at the belly height). Then, mark this area on the door and use the template as a guide to drill.

If you have a kitten, or a young kitten, prop the door open a bit and gradually encourage it to pass through. Reward the kitten every time it moves through.

Take a measurement of the door

A cat flap lets your pet to move into and out of your home at the time that is convenient for you. This can help keep your cat healthy by ensuring that it is exercising as well as being able to come back inside if left outside in bad weather, particularly during the winter. It also can reduce the amount of time you'll have to spend letting it out or in. It will also help ensure your home is secure by letting you know when it's been out.

It is crucial that the flap on your cat is properly fitted to stop your pet from being able to escape through it or be pushed through by other animals (e.g. dogs). It is essential to measure the height of your pet's belly and the doorway of your house to ensure that the flap is at the correct height. You can alter the height of your flap if your cat is taller or smaller than average.

The next step is to use a spirit level to mark the center of the door. This is where you will put in the flap. With the markings as a reference, use an jigsaw to cut the shape of the flap in the door. After you have cut the flap then sand the edges to create smooth surfaces. Drill any holes you need to.

Fitting a cat flap should not take longer than two hours. However, the process could be a bit more difficult in the event that you have to put it onto a uPVC or composite door as these doors come in an array of thicknesses, which affect how the holes are cut and what they are inserted into. This is the reason we recommend calling an expert to do the work, particularly in the event that you've never worked window with cat flap glass before.

Measure Your Cat

A cat flap will save you from hours of hearing your pet's cries for you to let it in or out. This is particularly helpful when you're at working all day and your cat is in the waiting room until you come home in any weather.

It is essential to first measure your cat before you begin the installation. It might appear to be a simple task, but it's essential to measure your cat correctly. In the event that you don't, your cat may find it difficult to use.

First of all, make sure that your cat is calm and not anxious prior to taking the measurements. You'll need to keep your cat in a place where they cannot move. Also, ensure that the measuring tape is straight and not bent against the body. You can get an accurate measurement by keeping the measuring tape or the ruler flat against the body of the animal from the top to the bottom.

Once you've figured out the measurements of your cat, it's time to look at the door and decide on where to put the flap. It is advisable to place the flap on the highest point of your cat's belly as it will allow them to get through it with minimal effort. This will also stop the flap from making a lot noise when it swings back and back.

You should think about the thickness of the uPVC or composite door, as well. While all timber doors have the same thickness to them, uPVC or composite doors are different in their overall design. This could make the process of the process of putting in an enclosure for your cat more difficult, as you have to make sure that the hole is the proper size.

You can also use the template included in the instructions to mark the position of the hole in the door. This will enable you to determine where the hole needs to be located and ensure that the template is placed precisely on the door. It is also beneficial to utilize a spirit-level to make sure that the template is perfectly against the door.

Cut the Flap

You will need to cut a hole in the door panel to install your cat flap prior to you can attach it. It can be a difficult task and it is recommended that you engage a professional to assist you if you don't have the skills or experience. It is also recommended to read the instructions included with the kit to learn how much to install a cat flap to do it correctly.

To do this you need to take a measurement of the height of your cat's or kitten's belly. Use this as an indicator point. In general you should place the flap around 10-15 centimeters higher than the ground. This is the standard height of the belly for cats. This will allow your cat to move through the flap with ease and will make it difficult for other cats or naughty neighbours to enter or exit.

Once you've decided the location where the cat flap needs to be located, mark the position on the door with a pencil. If your kit comes with a paper template, lay it on top of the door and use the markings to drill holes into each corner of the template. Then, you should be able cut out the template shape and replace it with the cat flap.

You can install your cat flap yourself on an uPVC or wood door if you are confident with the Jigsaw. Be sure not to cut through the vertical rails or mullions of your door. You can use a jigsaw to cut the panel into a square or circle, depending on the design of your cat flap. Be patient and don't force the jigsaw into cutting faster.

Once the hole is cut, carefully fit the flap onto its new location and make sure that it is firmly fixed. If the flap has screw caps then push them into the protruding bolts. After the screws are installed, sand the rough edges and seal any gaps. This will prevent drafts from entering your home.

Fit the Flap

If you have a standard cat flap, you can try to encourage your pet to use it by placing a small amount of window cat flap food on the top of the door. You can also push the cat using sticks or your hand. Once your pet is used to moving through the flap, it is likely to be able in and out as it wants and you should be able to let it in or out without having to be there to open the door to allow it in all day (and possibly in any weather).

It is possible to install a cat flap in a UPVC door or a glass door, but it might not be as simple as putting 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 an even thickness. This could affect the way you cut the opening for the flap and will also affect whether the flap will fit properly once it's been put in place.

Depending on the model of cat flap you pick It could come with its own mounting kit and a template that will tell exactly where to drill holes for it. If the kit doesn't come with an example, you can photocopy it to create your own. It's important to not use the jigsaw to hard when cutting, so it doesn't create a larger than necessary 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, it's essential to make sure the hole is in the proper position on your door, because if it's not, the cat won't be able to use it and may be stuck out in the sun all day (or even at night).

Certain cat flaps come with locks that allow you to control the time your cat is allowed to enter and leave. This is useful when your cat is scared of going out in the dark or coming back in the dark. They can also be useful for those who work all day. The lock can be engaged to allow or deny entry, and some can be locked in either direction permitting you to close the door completely, which is particularly beneficial for sick or elderly cats who aren't keen on going out in rainy weather.