New 'wall' to hang sliding doors from

I currently have a open wall to ceiling gap between my kitchen and living room. I would like to hang sliding doors but these all seem to require a section of wall above the doors to hang from.
I need to fit a 'wall' across the top of the existing archway that is capable of supporting hanging doors. What tradesperson would I need?
And any alternative solutions to this issue?

Asked by Rachel on 21st Oct 2024
Expert Trade Answers
"Hi
You would require a joiner and plasterer

And would need framing out and plastering
Thanks"
Answered on 21st Oct 2024 - Member since Jul 2023 - report
"As already stated you would require a joiner and a.plasterer to make good."
Answered on 21st Oct 2024 - Member since Jan 2022 - report
"You would need a joiner to build a frame above the doors an possibly sides if necessary.

Kind regards
Phil
Lytham Multi Trades"
Answered on 31st Oct 2024 - Member since Oct 2024 - report
"You will need a carpenter.
But you don't need to have any wall fitted or a bulk head system.... if you go online and search for. Ceiling hung sliding door rail"
Answered on 21st Oct 2024 - Member since Feb 2024 - report
"I have a sliding door to my downstairs shower room and all I did was install a rail which the door could slide along you could possibly do something like that and wouldn’t need to do anything else"
Answered on 21st Oct 2024 - Member since Oct 2024 - report
"The sliding door can be installed with a rail that is fixed/hung on the ceiling. You need just a good carpenter for this task."
Answered on 26th Oct 2024 - Member since Jun 2024 - report
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