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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide If your bifold door is squeaking then it's likely that they need some maintenance. It is possible that you need to clean or lubricate them, or even adjust them. The problem may 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 to its best performance. Take the door off It might seem difficult and difficult to set up an internal set of bifold doors, but for DIYers with some experience it's actually a breeze. The frame isn't the issue, but getting the doors to fold and close smoothly is. Since bifold doors are complicated machines, they could require some tuning to keep functioning properly. It could be as easy as tightening up a screw, or as intricate as taking out and replacing the door's 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. It is possible that your bifold doors are sagging, scraping the floor or bouncing off the track. In order to fix these issues, it isn't a big deal, and with three easy steps, your bifold doors should be back in the blink of an eye. One of the most frequent problems that internal bifold doors encounter is sliding out of alignment. This can be due to loose screws, holes in the anchor/pivots, or a misaligned bifold door. In the majority of instances, you can fix this with a few easy adjustments, but if the door isn't moving at all it could be necessary to have it removed and replaced. To remove the door to open it, you'll require a screwdriver and possibly pliers (to help loosen any pins that are tight to pivot). The screwdriver can be used to disengage any locking levers that are on the bottom bracket for pivoting and the pliers will allow you to wiggle the pin and take it off. After the top roller has been removed Once the top roller is removed, you can raise the door, swivel downward and then remove it from its pivot brackets and track. This is typically quite easy, but be careful not to let the door slam against the door frame. You'll then be able cut off the edge of the door that's scraping the floor and then sand it until smooth. You can then paint or refinish the door if required. Remove the Roller Guide This spring-loaded roller guide is mounted on the top edge of a bifold door to help in smooth operation. It is designed for Kenna frames, and can fit door panels that range from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is made from steel, nylon and plastic components and can replace a worn-out or damaged guide. To begin removing the guide for the roller, remove any screws that are holding it in place using the screwdriver and a little to loosen it. Use your hands to slowly lift it off the frame. It may require some effort to lift the door, so you may need someone else to assist you. Once the old guide is removed, carefully cut through the remaining finish over the foot of the new guide using a sharp blade to cut it off from the rod blank. This will make the guide's foot easier to remove and will prevent any damage. The foot is extremely sharp and could cut or snag fingers. You may need to apply some force to remove the guide, but take care not to chip or break the foot. After you've removed the guide that was previously attached, take out any epoxy or threads left in the area it was attached. This will prevent future problems with the guide. After you have removed the previous guide, you can test the replacement by putting it in its new location. Make a few turns with masking tape or guide tubing to secure it in its place. This will let you double verify 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 dependable CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System, this step is important to avoid any problems in the future. If the guide is set properly and functions in the way it should the next step is to put the door back in place. Be aware that any screws or pins that you removed or loosened must be replaced and tightened appropriately when you're finished. Remove the Bottom Pivot Bifold doors are a beautiful feature for any home, but sometimes they need a little tweaking or adjustment to stay in top shape. just click the following post can be solved with the doors still in place. Other issues will require the doors be removed. This guide will teach you how to remove the bifold internal door pins, rollers and pivots. The first step is to gather your tools. You will save yourself some frustration by assembling all your tools in advance. You'll need a screwdriver pliers, and possibly a wrench. You can pick up an assortment of basic tools at your local hardware store at a reasonable price. It's also a good idea to keep some wood glue in your kit. This will come in handy when you need to glue any rollers back into place. After gathering your tools, open the bifold door and loosen the top track bracket using your screwdriver. Once the bracket is loose, you should be able slide the door off the top track. It might take a bit of jiggling but it should be able to pop right off the track. just click the following post is to remove the bottom pivot from the frame. Close all doors in the interior before beginning. This will make it much simpler than trying to work inside. If the track on the bottom appears good, you can simply lift the door up and remove the track. You will need to replace the track if it is damaged. You can get new tracks for swinging and bifold closet doors from a local hardware store. If the track is severely damaged, you may have to replace it completely. Once your track is repaired or replaced it is time to test the doors to ensure proper operation. Make sure that the doors move in and out of their positions smoothly. You'll need to ensure that the edges of your door are in line with the frame when closed. If they're not, you'll have to adjust the top pivot bracket by tightening or loosening the bottom set screw. Replace the Roller When they are properly installed the bifold doors can easily enclose pantries, laundry rooms and closets. They comprise two door panels that hinge together and open using tracks that are positioned in the top of the frame. Over time the roller guide bearings could wear out and cause the doors to sag and scrape against the floor. The guide roller can be replaced in just a few minutes with the use of basic tools. The first step is to remove the guide for your roller from the door panel. The bottom pivot bolt is to be removed, as well as the screw holding the guide to the top of the door panel must be loosen. After the guide is removed and the door panel is lifted up and off its track. Then, loosen the nut that holds the top pivot bolt, and employ an abrasive to remove it from the hole in the top header of the door frame. 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 can be mounted on the top edge of bifold doors that range from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick and is spring loaded to self-adjust the upper track to ensure smooth glide. Another common problem with a bifold door is that it scrapes the floor when it opens or closes. This can occur after adding carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised for proper clearance. The 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 resolve this issue. A new set of roller guides can be an inexpensive solution to your bifold doors being difficult to operate. They're usually available at the hardware store near you in the door section however, they are also available online from a number of sellers. In addition to a brand-new top guide for rollers, you'll require a small bottle of Elmer's wood glue which is available in big box stores as well as a squeeze clamp. The clamp helps to hold the repair area tightly closed after the glue has been inserted and allowed to dry.