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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your bifold doors are sticking, it's likely that they require some maintenance. They could require cleaning and lubricated or adjusted. The issue could be caused by a loose screw on the top pivot or by the top guide roller.

This kit includes all the hardware you need to restore your bi fold door repairs-fold wardrobe door system to its best performance.

Remove the Door

It may seem complicated and difficult to set up a set of bifold internal doors but for those who are DIYers with some experience, it's actually quite easy. The frame isn't the issue, but getting the doors to fold and close smoothly is. Because bifold doors are intricate machines, they might require some tuning to keep functioning correctly. This might be something as simple as tightening screws or as complex as removing the door and replacing a pivot pin or roller.

It is usually possible to fix these problems with a few simple adjustments, without having to remove the doors. It is possible that your bifold doors are sagging, scraping the floor or bouncing off the track. It's not difficult to fix these issues. Follow these three easy steps and your bifold doors will be back on track in the shortest amount of time.

One of the most common problems that internal bifold doors face is that they are sliding out of alignment. This could be due to loose screws, holes in the anchor/pivot pins, or simply a door that is not aligned. In most instances, you can fix this issue with a few simple adjustments, but if the door isn't moving, it could be necessary to have it removed and replaced.

To open the door you'll need a screwdriver and possibly pliers (to aid in loosening any pins on the pivot that are stuck). The screwdriver can be used to loosen the locking levers at the bottom of the pivot bracket. The pliers are used to remove the pin.

Once the top roller is removed After that, you can lift the door, swivel downward and then remove it from its pivot brackets and track. It is usually a simple procedure, but be cautious not to let the door hit the door frame. You'll then be able to cut off the edge of the door that's scratching the floor, and sand it down until smooth. Then, you can repaint or finish it according to the requirements.

Remove the Roller Guide

This spring-loaded roller guide mounts on the top edge of the bifold door to assist with smooth operation. It is designed to work with Kenna frames and will fit a door panel 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is made of steel, nylon and plastic components and can replace a worn-out or damaged guide.

Remove any screws holding the roller guide in place with the screwdriver. Make use of your hands to gently remove it from the frame. It may take some effort, so have a friend help you to keep the door in place while you take it off.

Once the guide you used to guide your child is removed, carefully cut through the remaining finish over the foot of the new guide using a sharp blade to separate it from the rod blank. This will make it easier to remove and will prevent damage to the new guide foot. The guide foot is extremely sharp, and it could cut or nick fingers.

It is possible to use some force to remove the guide, but be careful not to break or chip the foot. After removing the old guide, remove any epoxy or threads left in the area it was fixed. This will prevent future problems with the guide.

After removing the old guide, try out your replacement by placing it in its new location and applying a few rotations of masking tape or a form of guide tubing to keep it in the correct position. This allows you to check the alignment of your guide and spacing to ensure everything is properly set up. Whether you're eye-balling it or using the dependable CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System, this step is important to prevent any issues in the future.

The final step is to replace the door. If the guide is in the right position and is working just as it should, you can proceed. Make sure to replace bifold doors and tighten any screws or pins you removed or loosen.

Remove the Bottom Pivot

Bifold doors are a beautiful addition to any home but sometimes they need a little tweaking or adjustment to remain in good shape. Certain issues can be solved by keeping the doors in place. Others will require that the doors be removed. This guide will guide you through the steps to remove the internal bifold door pivots, pins and rollers so that you can make your doors slide like new.

The first step is to gather your tools. Getting everything together ahead of time will save you some frustration later on in the project. You'll need a screwdriver pliers and maybe a wrench. A basic set of tools can be bought at a reasonable cost from a local hardware store. It's important to have some wood glue handy. This is helpful when you need to fix the rollers into their place.

Once you've collected your tools, begin by opening the bifold doors. Then, you'll need to loosening the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once the bracket is in place, you should be able slide the door off of the top track. It could take a little few jigglings but it should pop right off the track.

The bottom pivot of the frame will have to be removed. You'll want to do this from the outside of your home, so be sure to close any interior doors that are open. This will make it easier to do rather than working inside. If the track on the bottom appears good it is possible to lift the door and remove the track.

If the track is damaged, you'll need to replace it. Hardware stores offer replacement tracks for bifold door glass replacement doors, as well as swinging closet doors. If the track is badly damaged, then you might need to replace it completely.

Once your track is repaired or replaced it is time to test the doors for proper operation. Check that they're able to move smoothly from position to position. You'll want to make sure that the edges of your door are in line to the frame when closed. If they aren't, then you'll have to adjust the top pivot bracket and tighten or loosen the bottom setscrew until the edge of the door is perfectly aligned with the frame.

Replace the Roller

If they are installed properly the bifold doors can easily enclose pantries, laundry rooms and closets. They consist of two door panels that are hinged together and slide open on tracks that are positioned in the top of the frame. Over time the guides for the rollers can wear out and cause the doors to sag. Replacing the roller guide requires just a few minutes and basic tools.

The first step is removing the roller guide from your door panel. The pivot bolt at the bottom must be removed, and the screw that connects the guide to the top of the door panel must be loosened. Once the guide is removed then lift the door frame up and off its track. Next, loosen the nut that holds the top pivot bolt, and employ a wrench to pull it out of the hole in the top header of the door frame.

A replacement top nylon roller guide with a 7/8 inch diameter wheel and a base made of steel is available from Stanley, Cox or Acme. It mounts on the top edge of bifold doors that range from 1 to 1-3/8 inches in thickness and comes spring-loaded to self-adjust in the upper track to ensure smooth gliding.

A bifold door can also scratch the floor as it closes and opens. This is often the result of adding carpet or other flooring materials which require the doors to be elevated to allow clearance. This issue can be solved by removing the bottom pivot adjustment screws and loosening the top track mounting screws and moving anchor/pivot.

A new set of top roller guides is a cheap solution to a problem that could make your bifold doors difficult to operate. They are usually available at your local hardware shop in the door section. However, they can also be purchased online from several suppliers. In addition to a new top roller guide, you will need a small container of Elmer's wood glue that is available in big box stores as well as a squeeze clamp. The clamp is used to keep the area being repaired sealed after the glue has been placed in and dried.