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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your bifold door repair door is squeaking then it's likely that they need some maintenance. They may need to be cleaned or lubricated, or even adjusted. The issue could be caused by loose screws on the top pivot or the top roller guide.

This kit contains all the hardware you require to restore your bi fold repairs-fold wardrobe door to its optimal performance.

Remove the Door

Installing an interior set of bifold doors could seem like an involved and difficult project however, it's actually simple for anyone with a few years of experience. Moving the frame isn't a problem but the trick is getting the doors to fold and close quickly and precisely. Bifold doors are complex pieces of machinery and, therefore, they might need some tweaking to ensure that they function properly. It could be as easy as tightening the screw, or as intricate as taking off and replacing the door's pivot pin or roller.

You can usually resolve these issues by making just a few minor adjustments, without having to take out the doors. You may find that your bifold doors are sagging and scraping the floor or jumping out of track. It's not difficult to fix these problems. Just follow three simple steps and your bifold door will be back in the right direction in no time.

The most common problem that internal bifolding doors face is that they are sliding out of alignment. This can be due to loose screws, holes on the anchor/pivots or a misaligned bifold door. In the majority of instances, you can fix this issue with a few simple adjustments, but if your door isn't moving at all it may need to be removed and replaced.

You'll have to take off the door with an screwdriver, and perhaps an plier pair to loosen any pivot pins that are tight. The screwdriver can be used to loosen the locking levers on the bottom bracket for pivots. The pliers are used to remove the pin.

After the top roller has become loose it should be possible to raise the door and swivel it down and allow you to pull it off of its track and pivot brackets. It's usually a straightforward procedure, but be careful to not let the door strike the door frame. Then, you can sand down the edge of the door to make it smooth. Then paint or refinish the door if necessary.

Remove the Roller Guide

This spring-loaded roller guides the mount on top of a bifolding door to facilitate smooth operation. It is designed for Kenna frames, and will fit door panels ranging from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inch thick. It is made from nylon, steel, and plastic components. It will replace an old guide.

Remove any screws that hold the roller guide in place by using a screwdriver. Then, use your hands to pull it out of the frame. This might take some effort, so you should have someone else help you keep the door in place while you remove it.

After the guide has been removed, carefully cut through the remaining finish on the foot of the new guide using a razor blade to remove it from the rod blank. This will make it easier to remove and will protect the new guide foot. Be cautious when doing this as the foot is extremely sharp and could potentially cut or nick your fingers.

You may need to apply some force to remove the guide, but take care not to break or chip the foot. Once you have separated the guide from the rod blank, make sure to remove all of the threads and epoxy that remain the guide was attached. This will prevent future problems with the guide.

After removing the guide, test out your new guide by putting it in its place and then applying a few turns of masking tape or a form of guide tubing to keep it in place. This will let you double examine the guide's spacing and alignment to make sure that everything is properly set up. Whether you're eye-balling it or using the dependable CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System it is essential to prevent any issues in the future.

If the guide is set properly and is functioning in the way it should the next step is to put the door back in its place. Make sure to tighten and replace any screws or pins that 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 stay in top shape. While some of the simpler issues can be resolved with the doors still in place, other issues require them to be removed. This guide will teach you how to remove the internal bifold door pins, rollers and pivots.

Gathering your tools is the first step. Putting everything together before time can save you some frustration later on in the project. You'll also need a screwdriver and pliers. You can buy an assortment of basic tools at your local hardware store for a fair price. Keep some wood glue in your kit. This is useful when you need to fix the rollers into place.

After gathering your tools then open the bifold doors and loosen the top track bracket using your screwdriver. Once the bracket is loose, the door should be free to slide off the top track completely. It might take a small amount of jiggling, but it should come right off the track.

The bottom pivot of the frame will need to be removed. This should be done from the outside of your home Be sure to close any interior doors that are open. This will be much easier than trying to work from inside. If the track on the bottom looks good, you can simply lift the door up and take off the track.

If the track is damaged, you'll have to replace it. You can purchase tracks that are suitable for bifold doors as well as swinging closet doors from a local hardware store. If the track is severely damaged, then you might need to replace it completely.

You'll now need to check your doors for their proper operation. Verify that the doors move into and out of their position easily. You'll need to ensure that the edges of your door are in line with the frame when it is closed. If they aren't, you'll need to adjust the top pivot bracket while tightening or loosening the bottom set screw.

Replace the Roller

When they are properly installed the bifold doors can easily protect pantries, laundry rooms and closets. Bifold doors are made up of two panels that are hinged and slide down tracks at the top of the frame. Over time, the roller guide bearings may wear out and cause the doors to bow and scrape against the floor. The roller guide can be replaced in a matter of minutes using a few tools.

The first step is to remove the guide for the roller from the door panel. The pivot bolt at the bottom must be removed and the screw that connects the guide to the top of the bi folding door repair panel must be loosen. Once the guide is removed and the door panel is lifted up and away from its track. Next, loosen the nut that secures the top pivot bolt and employ an abrasive to pull it out of the hole in the top header of the door frame.

Stanley, Cox and Acme offer a replacement top nylon roller with a 7/8-inch wheel that rests on a steel base. It is mounted on the top of bifold doors that are 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is spring-loaded and self-adjusts in the upper track to ensure smooth gliding.

Another issue with bifold doors is that it scrapes the floor when it closes or opens. This is often the result of adding carpet or other flooring materials that require that the doors be elevated to allow clearance. This issue can be solved by taking off the screws that adjust the bottom pivot by loosening the top track mounting screws and moving anchor/pivot.

A new set of top roller guides is a low-cost solution to a problem that may make bifold doors difficult to operate. They're usually available at your local hardware store in the door section, but they're also accessible on the internet through a variety of suppliers. You'll also require a squeeze-clamp and a small container of Elmer's wood glue, which is available in big box stores. The clamp is used to keep the repair area closed tightly after the glue has been placed in and dried.