How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your repairing bifold doors doors are squeaking and squeaking, they may require a little attention. You may need to clean or lubricate them, or even adjust them. The problem may be caused by a loose screw on the top pivot or by the top roller guide.

This kit contains all the necessary hardware to return your bi-fold door repair closet door system to its best performance.

Take the door off

Installing a set of internal bifold doors could seem like a complex and challenging project but it's actually easy for DIYers with a bit of experience. The frame is not the problem however getting the doors to bi fold door repair and close smoothly is. Since bifold doors are complicated machines, they may need some tuning to keep working properly. This could be as easy as tightening a screw or as complex as removing the door and replacing the pivot pin or roller.

It is usually possible to fix these issues by making a few simple adjustments, without the need to take off the doors. You might notice that your bifold doors are sliding and scraping the floor or jumping out of track. The solution to these issues isn't difficult, and with three simple steps the bifold doors will be back in the blink of an eye.

One of the most frequent issues that internal bifold doors have to face is the tendency to slide out of alignment. This could be due to loose screws or holes in the anchor/pivot pins, or simply a misaligned door. In most cases, you can correct this with a few easy adjustments, however if the door isn't moving, it might need to be removed and replaced.

You'll need to remove the door with a screwdriver, and possibly a pair pliers to loosen any pivot pins that are too tight. The screwdriver is used to disengage any locking levers that are on the bottom pivot bracket and the pliers let you wiggle the pin out and off.

Once the top roller has become loose and the top roller is loose, you should be able to lift the door and then swivel it downwards, allowing you to take it off of its track and pivot brackets. It's usually a straightforward process, but you must be cautious not to let the door hit the frame of the door. Then, you'll be able to cut off the edge of the door which is scraping the floor, and sand it down until smooth. You can then paint or refinish the door as needed.

Remove the Roller Guide

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

To begin removing the guide roller, take out any screws that are holding it in place. Do this using an screwdriver as well as a bit to loosen it. Use your hands to slowly lift it off the frame. It might take some effort to remove the door, so make sure you ask a friend to help you.

After removing the old guide, carefully cut the remaining finish off the foot of the guide using a razor to separate it from blank rod. This will make the guide's foot much easier to remove and also prevent any damage. The foot is very sharp and could cut or nick 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 separated the guide from the rod blank, be sure to take out all of the threads and epoxy remaining in the area where it was attached. This will prevent future problems with the guide.

After you have removed the guide, test out your new guide by putting it in its permanent location and applying a few rotations of masking tape or some type of guide tubing to secure it in the correct position. This will allow you double examine the guide's spacing and alignment to ensure that everything is properly set up. It doesn't matter if you're looking at it from a distance or using the always accurate CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System, this step is important to prevent any issues in the future.

If the guide is positioned correctly and functioning in the way 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.

Take the Bottom Pivot off.

Bifold doors make a gorgeous feature for any home, but sometimes they need a little tweaking or adjustment to stay in top shape. While some of the simpler issues can be fixed with the doors in place, others require removal. This guide will guide you through how to remove internal bifold door pivots and rollers, as well as pins and pins, so that you can make your doors glide like new again.

The first step is to gather your tools. Making sure you have everything in place prior to time will make it easier later in the process. You'll need a screwdriver, pliers and perhaps a wrench. You can pick up a set of basic tools at your local hardware store at a reasonable cost. It's recommended to have some wood glue on hand. This can be very useful if you have to fix any of the rollers back in the correct position.

Once you've got your tools, start by opening the bifold doors. Then, you'll need to loosening the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once this is loose the door should be capable of sliding off the top track completely. It might take a bit of jiggling, but it should pop off the track.

The pivot at the bottom of the frame will have to be removed. This should be done from the outside of the house So, make sure to shut any interior doors that are open. This will make it much easier to do instead of working on the inside. If the track on the bottom looks good it is possible to lift the door up and take off the track.

You'll need to replace bifold doors the track if it's damaged. Hardware stores sell replacement tracks for bifold doors as well as swinging closet doors. If the track is seriously damaged, you may have to replace bifold doors it completely.

You'll now need to test your doors to ensure the proper operation. Make sure that the doors be moved into and out of their position easily. You'll also want to check that the edges of the door are parallel to the frame when it is closed. If they aren't, then you'll need to readjust the top pivot bracket and tighten or loosen the bottom screwscrew until the door's edge coincides perfectly with the frame.

Replace the Roller

Bifold doors neatly enclose closets as well as laundry nooks and pantries, but only when they function properly. Bifold doors comprise two panels that are hinged and slide on an incline at the top of the frame. Over time the roller guides may wear out and cause the doors to slide. Replacing the roller guide takes only a few minutes, and basic tools.

The first step is removing the guide for your roller from the door panel. The bottom pivot bolt must be removed and the screw holding the guide to the top of the door panel needs to be removed. After the guide has been removed, lift the door panel up and off 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 that has a 7/8 inch diameter wheel and a steel base is available from Stanley, Cox or Acme. It is mounted on the top of the bifold door, which is 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is spring-loaded to adjust in the upper track to ensure smooth gliding.

Another common problem with a bifold door is that it scrapes the floor when it closes or opens. This can occur after installing carpet, or other flooring materials that require the doors be slightly raised 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 typically enough to eliminate this issue.

A new set of top roller guides is a cheap solution to a problem that can make your bifold doors difficult to operate. They are typically available at your local hardware store in the door section. However they can also be purchased on the internet from a variety of suppliers. You will also need a squeeze-clamp and a small container of Elmer's wood adhesive that is sold in large box stores. The clamp is used to keep the area being repaired shut after the glue has been inserted and dried.