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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your bifold door is sticking, it's likely that they need some maintenance. It is possible that you need to clean, lubricate or adjust them. The issue could be caused by loose bolts at the top pivot or by the top guide roller.

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

Remove the Door

It might seem difficult and difficult to set up an internal set of bifold doors but for DIYers with some experience it's actually quite easy. Moving the frame isn't a major issue; the tricky part is getting the doors to fold and close smoothly and precisely. Bifold doors are a complex piece of machinery, and as such, they might need some 'tuning up' to function correctly. It could be as easy as tightening up a screw, or as complex as taking out and replacing the pivot pin or roller.

Most of the time you can resolve these issues by making a few simple adjustments, without having to remove the doors. You may find that your doors are sagging or scratching the floor, or that they are bouncing off of their tracks. It's easy to fix these issues. Just follow three simple steps and your bifold door should be back on the right direction in short time.

The most common problem that internal bifolding doors encounter is the sliding out of alignment. This can be caused by loose screws, holes in the anchor pins or simply a door that isn't aligned properly. In the majority of cases, you can correct this with a few easy adjustments, but if the door isn't moving at all it might need to be removed and replaced.

To open the door, you'll need an screwdriver and perhaps a pair of pliers (to assist in loosening any pins that are tight to pivot). The screwdriver will be used to disengage any locking levers that are on the bottom pivot bracket and the pliers allow you to pull the pin out and off.

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

Remove the Roller Guide

This spring-loaded guide roller is mounted on the top of a bifold door to help with smooth operation. It is specifically designed to work with 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 can be used to replace a damaged or worn-out guide.

To begin removing the roller guide, remove any screws that are holding it in place by using a screwdriver and a bit to loosen it. Use your hands to carefully lift it off the frame. It might take some effort to remove the door, so you may need a friend to help you.

After the guide has been removed, carefully cut the remaining finish around the foot of the new guide with a sharp blade to remove it from the rod blank. This will make it easier to remove and will ensure that there is no damage to the new guide foot. The guide foot is extremely sharp, and it could cut or snag fingers.

You may have to use some force to remove the guide, but be careful not to break or chip the foot. After you've removed the guide, you must remove any remaining epoxy or threads in the area it was anchored. This will help prevent any future issues with the guide.

After you have removed the previous guide, you can test the replacement by placing it in its permanent position. Make a few turns with masking tape or guide tubing to hold it in position. This will allow you to double check the alignment of your guide and spacing to ensure everything is properly set up. This is vital to avoid any future issues regardless of whether you use the CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System or just eyeball it.

If the guide is set correctly and functioning as it should then the final step will be to put the door back in place. Remember to replace 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 stay in great shape. While some of the simpler problems can be solved with the doors still in place, others will require removal. This guide will guide you through how to remove internal bifold door pivots, pins and rollers so you can make your doors slide like new.

The first step is to gather your tools. Putting everything together prior to time will save you some frustration later during the construction. You'll also need an plier and a screwdriver. You can buy a set of basic tools at your local hardware store for a fair price. It's important to have some wood glue handy. This can be useful in the event that you need to fix any rollers back into place.

Once you've got your tools, begin by opening the bifold door glass replacement doors, and then loosening the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once it's loose the door should be free to slide off the top track completely. It may take a few jigglings but it should come right off the track.

Next, you'll need to remove the pivot at the bottom from the frame. Close all doors to the interior prior to starting. This will be much simpler than working from the inside. If the track on the bottom appears to be in good condition, you can simply lift the door up and take off the track.

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

Now that your track is repaired or replaced it is time to test the doors to ensure proper operation. Check that they're able to move smoothly from position to position. You should also ensure that the edges of the door are parallel to the frame when closed. If they're not, you'll need to adjust the top pivot bracket while tightening or loosening the repairing bottom of bifold door set screw.

Replace the Roller

When they are properly installed, bifold doors can neatly cover pantries, laundry nooks and closets. They consist of two door panels that are hinged together and slide open on tracks that are positioned in the frame's top. Over time, the roller guide bearings could wear out and cause the doors to bow and scrape against the floor. Replacing the guide roller takes only a few minutes, and basic tools.

The first step is to remove the guide roller from the door panel. This involves removal of the bottom pivot bolt and loosening the screw that holds the guide to its top. After the guide is removed and the door panel is lifted 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 nut.

A replacement top nylon roller guide with a 7/8 inch diameter wheel and a steel base is available from Stanley, Cox or Acme. It mounts at the top of bifold doors which are 1 inch to 1-3/8 inch thick. It is spring loaded and self-adjusts in the upper track to ensure smooth sliding.

Another common problem with a bifold door is that it scrapes the floor when it is closed or opened. This is often the result of adding carpet, or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised slightly to allow for clearance. Removal of the pivot adjustment screw on the bottom, loosening the top track's mounting screws, and moving the anchor/pivot pin is typically enough to eliminate this issue.

A new set of top roller guides is a low-cost solution to a problem that could make your bifold doors difficult to operate. They are usually available at the local hardware store in the door section. However, they can be bought online from various suppliers. In addition to a new top roller guide, you will require a small amount of Elmer's wood glue that is sold in large box stores and a squeeze clamp. The clamp assists in keeping the repair bifold door bottom pivot area in place after glue is inserted and allowed to dry.