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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your bifold doors have become stuck and squeaking, they may need a little maintenance. They may need to be cleaned and lubricated or adjusted. The issue could be caused by an unfastened screw on the top pivot or by the top guide roller.

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

Take the door off

Installing an interior set of bifold doors might seem like a complex and challenging project, but it's actually quite simple for anyone with a little experience. The frame isn't the problem however getting the doors to close and fold smoothly is. Because bifold doors are intricate machines, they could require some 'tuning' to continue functioning properly. It could be as simple as tightening up a screw, or as complicated as taking off and replacing the pivot pin or roller.

Most of the time you can resolve these issues with a couple of simple adjustments, without having to remove the doors. You may find that your bifold doors are sagging, scraping the floor or bouncing off the track. Getting these issues under control isn't a big deal, and with three simple steps, your bifold doors should be back on track in short time.

One of the most frequent problems that bifold doors with internals encounter is sliding out of alignment. This could be due to loose screws, holes in the anchor/pivots or a misaligned bifold door. In the majority of instances, you can fix this by making a few simple adjustments, however if the door isn't moving, it could be necessary to have it removed and replaced.

To remove the door, you'll need a screwdriver and possibly a pair of pliers (to help loosen any tight pivot pins). The screwdriver can be used to loosen the locking levers located on the bottom of the pivot bracket. The pliers are used for removing the pin.

After the top roller is loose it should be possible to raise the door and swivel it downward and allow you to pull it off its pivot brackets and track. It is usually a simple procedure, but you need to be cautious not to let the door hit the door frame. Then, you can sand down the edge of the door to make it smooth. You can then repaint it or refinish it as required.

Take off the Roller Guide

This spring-loaded roller is mounted on top of a bifolding door to ensure smooth operation. It is designed to work with Kenna frames, and will fit door panels that range from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is made of nylon, steel, and other components and will replace a damaged or worn-out guide.

Take out any screws that are holding the guide to the roller by using the screwdriver. Then, use your hands to pull it out of the frame. It may require some effort to take off the door, so you may need an assistant to help.

Once the old guide is removed, carefully cut through the remaining finish on the foot of the new guide with a sharp blade to remove it from the rod blank. This will make the guide foot easier to remove, and also prevent any damage. Be careful when doing this as the foot is extremely sharp and could potentially cut or snag your fingers.

It is possible to use some force to remove the guide, but take care not to break or chip the foot. Once you have removed the guide from the rod blank, make sure to take out all of the threads and epoxy remaining in the area where it was affixed. This will help prevent any future problems with the guide.

After removing the old guide, test out your replacement by placing it in its permanent location and then applying a few turns of masking tape or a type of guide tubing to secure it in the correct position. This allows you to double check the guide alignment and spacing to ensure everything is in place. This is essential to avoid any issues in the future regardless of whether you are using the CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System, or just eyeball it.

The final step is to replace the door. If the guide is in the right position and functioning in the correct way, then you're able to proceed. Remember to replace and tighten any screws or pins that you removed or loosened.

Remove the Bottom Pivot

Bifold doors can be an attractive addition to a home, but they often need to be tweaked or adjusted to keep them in good shape. Some issues can be addressed by keeping the doors in place. Others will require the doors be removed. This guide will guide you through how to remove the internal bifold door glass replacement door pivots and rollers, as well as pins and pins, so you can get your doors sliding like new.

The first step is to gather your tools. Putting everything together ahead of time will save you some frustration later on in the project. You'll require a screwdriver, pliers and perhaps a wrench. You can buy an assortment of basic tools at your local hardware store at a reasonable price. Also, keep some wood glue in the back of your hand. This will be useful in the event that you have to glue the rollers into the right place.

After gathering your tools, open the bifold door and loosen the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once the bracket is loose the door should be capable of sliding off the top track completely. It might take a little dancing but it should eventually pop off the track.

Next, you'll need to remove the pivot at the bottom from the frame. Close all doors to the interior before you begin. This will make it much easier to do than trying to work from the inside. If the track at the bottom is in good shape it will be possible to simply lift the door and remove the track.

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

You'll now need to test your doors to ensure the proper operation. Make sure they're able to move smoothly in and out of position. Also, you should ensure 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 set screw until the door's edge coincides perfectly with the frame.

Replace the Roller

If they are installed correctly they can be used to protect pantries, laundry nooks and closets. They are made up of two panels that hinge 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 takes only a few minutes and basic tools.

The first step is to remove the guide for the roller from the 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 needs to be loosened. After the guide is removed and the door panel is lifted up and out of its track. Next, loosen the nut that holds the top pivot bolt and use a wrench to pull it out of the hole in the top header of the door frame.

A top nylon replacement guide with a 7/8 " diameter wheel and a base made of steel is available from Stanley, Cox or Acme. It is mounted at the top edge of bifold doors that range from 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is spring loaded and adjusts itself in the upper track to ensure smooth glide.

Another issue that is common to bifold doors is that it scrapes against the floor when it opens or closes. This can happen after adding carpet, or other flooring materials which require the doors be raised slightly to allow for clearance. Removing the bottom pivot adjustment screw and loosening the top track's mounting screws, and moving the anchor pin usually enough to clear this issue.

A new set of top roller guides is a cheap solution to a problem that may make your bifold doors difficult to operate. They are usually available at your local hardware store in the door section. However they can also be purchased online from various vendors. You'll also require a squeeze-clamp and a small container of Elmer's wood adhesive which is available in big box stores. The clamp is used to keep the repair bifold door bottom pivot area tightly closed after glue is inserted, and allowed to dry.