This website gives information to homeowners, caretakers and contractors who need to learn about repair and maintenance of old pocket doors. Vintage pocket doors were a common architectural element in residences and office buildings during the period 1875 to 1925 (approximately). Pocket doors are sliding wooden doors that disappear into the wall and are brought out from the pockets in order make a closure; for instance, in order to close off a parlor or dining room from a front foyer.