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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your bifold door replacement doors are sticking to the wall, they might require a little attention. You may need to clean, lubricate or adjust them. The problem could be caused by loose bolts at the top pivot or by the top guide roller.

This kit includes all the hardware needed to restore your bi-fold closet door system to optimal performance.

Remove the Door

Installing a set of internal bifold doors repair doors may appear to be a complicated and complicated project however, it's actually straightforward for a DIYer with a little experience. Moving the frame isn't a major issue The trick is getting the doors to fold and close smoothly and precisely. As bifold doors are complex machines, they could require some tweaking to ensure they are functioning correctly. This might be something as easy as tightening a screw or as complex as taking out the door and replacing the pivot pin or roller.

You can usually fix these issues by making a few simple adjustments, without having to remove the doors. You might find that your doors are sagging or scraping the floor, or that they are jumping out of their tracks. It's easy to fix these problems. Follow three easy steps and your bifold door repair bracket doors will be back on the right direction in no time.

The most common problem that bifolding doors with internal hinges face is that they are sliding out of alignment. This can be due to loose screws, holes in the anchor/pivots, or a misaligned bifold door. Most of the time this can be fixed by making a few minor adjustments. If, however, your door isn't moving in any way, you might have to replace it.

To open the door, you'll need an appropriate screwdriver, and possibly pliers (to aid in loosening any pins that are tight to pivot). The screwdriver can be used to loosen the locking levers on the bottom pivot bracket. The pliers are used for removing the pin.

Once the top roller has become loose, you should be able to lift the door and swivel it downwards, allowing you to take it off its track and pivot brackets. This is usually quite straightforward however be careful not to let the door hit against the frame of the door. Then you can sand the edge of the door to smooth it. You can then repaint or replace it with a new finish as needed.

Take off the Roller Guide

This spring-loaded guide roller is mounted on the top of bifold doors to aid in smooth operation. It is designed for Kenna frames, and will fit door panels ranging from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is made of nylon, steel, and other components and can replace a damaged or worn-out guide.

Remove any screws holding the roller guide in place with a screwdriver. Use your hands to carefully pull it from the frame. It may take some effort, so have someone else help you keep the door in place while you take it off.

After removing the old guide, carefully cut off the remaining finish off the guide's foot with a razor to separate it from blank rod. This will make it easier to take off and ensure that there is no damage to the new guide foot. Be cautious when doing this because the foot is extremely sharp and can cut or nick your fingers.

You may have to use some force to remove the guide, but be careful not to chip or break the foot. After you've removed the old guide, remove any epoxy or threads left in the place where it was attached. This will help prevent any future problems with the guide.

After removing the guide, you can test the replacement by putting it in its permanent location. Apply a few rotations using masking tape or guide tubing in order to secure it in its place. This allows you to check the alignment of your guide and spacing to make sure everything is in place. Whether you're eye-balling it or using the always accurate CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System, this step is important to avoid any problems in the future.

If the guide is set correctly and functioning according to its intended function, the last step will be to reinstall the door in its place. Remember to replace and tighten any screws or pins that you removed or loosened.

Take the Bottom Pivot off.

Bifold doors make a gorgeous addition to any home but sometimes they require some tweaking or adjustment to stay in great shape. While some of the less critical problems can be solved with the doors still in place, some will require them to be removed. This guide will walk you through the steps to remove internal bifold pivots for doors, pins and rollers so you can get your doors sliding like new.

The first step is to gather your tools. Making sure you have everything in place before time can save you some frustration later on in the project. You'll also need pliers and a screwdriver. You can purchase a basic set of tools at your local hardware store at a reasonable price. Keep a supply of wood glue on hand. This can be useful when you need to glue one of the rollers back in the correct position.

After putting together your tools, open the bifold door repair door and loosen the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once the bracket is loose the door should be able to slide off the top track completely. It might take a bit of shaking, but it should pop off the track.

The pivot on the bottom of the frame will have to be removed. Close all doors in the interior before you begin. This will be a lot easier than working from inside. If the bottom track still appears good it is possible to lift the door up and remove the track.

If the track is damaged, you'll have to replace it. You can buy tracks that are suitable for swinging and bifold closet doors at your local hardware store. If the track is badly damaged then you may need to replace it entirely.

You'll need to test your doors to ensure the proper operation. Check that the doors can be moved into and out of their positions effortlessly. You'll want to make sure that the edges of your door are aligned to the frame when it's closed. If they aren't, you'll need to adjust the top pivot bracket while tightening or loosening the bottom setscrew.

Replace the Roller

If they are installed correctly the bifold doors can easily cover pantries, laundry rooms and closets. They comprise two door panels that hinge together and open using the track that is located at the frame's top. Over time, the roller guide bearings could wear out and cause the doors to bow and scrape against the floor. The roller guide can be replaced in just a few minutes using a few tools.

The first step is removing the guide roller from your door panel. The bolt that holds the bottom pivot must be removed and the screw holding the guide to the top of the door panel should be loosen. Once the guide is removed, lift the door panel up and out of its track. Then, using a wrench, remove the top pivot bolt from the hole in the header of the frame by loosening the bolt.

Stanley, Cox and Acme offer a replacement top nylon roller with a 7/8-inch wheel mounted on a base made of steel. It can be mounted on the top of the bifold door, which is 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches in thickness and is spring-loaded to adjust in the upper track for smooth glide.

Another common problem with a bifold door is that it scrapes the floor when it opens or closes. This is often the result of adding carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised to allow for adequate clearance. The removal of the screw that adjusts the bottom pivot, loosening the top track's mounting screws, and moving the anchor/pivot pin usually enough to clear this issue.

A new set of top roller guides is an inexpensive solution to a problem that could make your bifold doors difficult to operate. They're usually available at your local hardware store in the door section, however, they are also available on the internet from a variety of sellers. You will also need an elongated squeeze-clamp as well as a small container of Elmer's wood glue, which can be found in large box stores. The clamp is used to keep the repair area closed tightly after the glue has been inserted and dried.