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Installing a cat flap might seem intimidating, but it is fairly simple with the proper instructions. Find out how composite door cat flap 'd like the flap to be (normally, it is at belly height). Note this on the door, and use the template as a guide to drill. If you have a small kitten you can prop the door slightly open and gradually encourage it to pass through. Reward it as it passes through. Take a measurement of the door A cat flap allows your pet to go in and out of your home at any time. This can help keep your cat in good health as it will ensure that it is exercising regularly and will also allow it to return inside if it is trapped outside during bad weather. It can also cut down on the amount of time you need to spend letting it in or out and will also help protect your home by letting you know when it's been out. It is crucial to ensure that the cat flap is installed correctly in order to prevent your pet from being forced through or escaping through it by other animals (e.g. dogs). You should determine the height of your pet's stomach and the size of the doorway at your home to ensure that the flap is at the right height. If your cat is taller or shorter than average, you can alter the flap's height by moving it up or down by a tiny amount. The next step is to make use of a spirit level to mark the centre of the door where you will be installing the flap. Then, using the marks as a guideline, cut out the shape of your flap with the help of a Jigsaw. After you've cut the flap and sanded the edges to create smooth surfaces. Drill any necessary holes. The process of fitting a cat flap isn't as difficult as you may believe and it shouldn't take more than two hours to complete the entire task from start to completion. However, the process may be slightly more complicated when you have to install it into the door of a uPVC or composite door because these doors have various thicknesses that can affect the way the holes are cut and what they are fixed into. We recommend to consult with an expert when this is your first experience with glass. Measure Your Cat You will not have to spend hours of listening to the pet meow to be allowed in or out. This is especially helpful when you're at working all day and your cat is stuck in the waiting room until you come home in all weathers. If you are planning to install a cat flap on your door it is important to measure your cat before attempting the task. It may appear to be a simple task, but it's essential to make sure you measure the right measurements. In the event that you don't, your cat may have difficulty putting it in use. First, ensure that your cat is calm and not feeling stressed prior to taking the measurements. You'll need to keep your cat in a place where they cannot move. Also, make sure that the measuring tape is flat and not curved against the body. By keeping the measuring tape or ruler against their body from their head to the bottom of their tail can allow you to get an exact measurement. Once you've determined your cat's measurements then you can look at the door to 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 prevent the flap making a lot of noise as it swings open and closed. You will also need to take into consideration the thickness and structure of the uPVC door or composite. While timber doors are of the same thickness, uPVC and composite doors can be very 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. 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 make sure that the template is positioned precisely on the door. It is also helpful to employ a spirit-level to ensure that the template is placed perfectly against the door. Cut the Flap You will need to cut an opening in the door panel for your cat flap before you can install it. This can be a challenging job and it is recommended to get help from a professional cat flap fitter for this step in case you don't have the expertise or knowledge to do it yourself. You can also consult the instructions included with the kit to learn how to do it right. You can consider the height of the cat's or kitten's stomach as a guide. A good rule of thumb is to put the flap of your cat about 10 centimeters off the ground, as this is approximately the average belly height for cats. This will allow your cat to pass through the flap with ease and make it difficult for other cats or naughty neighbours to get inside or out. Once you have determined where the cat flap should be positioned, mark this position on the door with a pencil. If your kit includes an outline of paper, place it over the door and use the marks to drill holes in every corner of the template. After that, you'll be able to cut the template and replace it with the flap for cats. You can put in your cat flap yourself on the door made of wood or uPVC If you're comfortable with the use of a jigsaw. Be sure to not cut into any of the door's mullions, or vertical rails. You can use a jigsaw to cut the panel into a square or a circle according to the design of your cat flap. Make sure to take your time and don't try to force the jigsaw into cutting faster. Once the hole is cut then carefully insert the flap onto its new home and ensure that it is securely secured. If it features caps on the screws, then place these caps onto the screws that protrude. Once the screws have been installed, sand the rough edges and apply sealant to any gaps. This will stop draughts from entering your home. Install the Flap If you have a simple cat flap, you can open it and encourage your pet to go through by putting a small amount of cat food on the outside of the door. You can also push the cat using sticks or your hand. Once your cat has become comfortable walking through the flap, it will be able to come and go at will. This lets you let it in and out whenever it wants. It is possible to install the flap inside an UPVC door or glass door, but it might not be as simple as putting one inside a wooden exterior door. This is because the doors made of UPVC and some kinds of glass doors do not have an even thickness. This could affect the way you cut the hole for the flap, and can also affect whether your flap is fitted correctly after it has been installed. Based on the type of cat flap you pick It may include a mounting kit and template that will tell you exactly where to drill holes for it. If the kit does not come with a template, you can make one by yourself. When cutting, it's crucial to keep the jigsaw from being pushed too hard so that you don't create a larger hole than is necessary in your door. Some cat flaps come in circular designs, which are more difficult to put in. If you have a circular flap, ensure that the hole is located in the correct place on the door. Otherwise, the cat may not be able to use it, and might be outside all day (or at night). Some cat flaps have locks which permit you to control the time your cat comes and goes. These can be very useful if you're concerned about your cat going out at night only to come back in due to the darkness, or you're at work all day. The lock can be turned on to allow entry or exit, and some can be locked in both directions, which allows you to close the door completely, which is especially helpful for older or ill cats who aren't keen on going out in the rain.