(Image: https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Replacement-Windows-150x150.jpg)How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide
If your bifold doors are sticking, it's likely that they need some maintenance. They could require cleaning, lubricated or adjusted. The issue could be caused by an unfastened bolt at the top pivot or by the top guide roller.
This kit includes everything you need to restore your bi fold door repairs-fold wardrobe door to its optimal performance.
Take the door off
Installing an internal set of bifold doors might appear to be a complicated and difficult task however, it's actually easy for DIYers with a bit of experience. The frame isn't the problem however getting the doors to fold and close smoothly is. As bifold doors are complex machines, they could require some tuning to keep working properly. It could be as simple as tightening screws or as complex as taking out the door and replacing a pivot pin or roller.
It is usually possible to fix these issues by making a few simple adjustments, without having to remove the doors. You may notice that your doors are sliding or scratching the floor, or that they are jumping out of their track. It's simple to fix these problems. Just follow three simple steps and your bifold door should be back in the right direction in short time.
The most common issue internal bifolding doors encounter is that they are sliding out of alignment. This could be due to loose screws or holes in the anchor pins or simply a door that isn't aligned properly. Most times it can be fixed by a few simple adjustments. However, if your door isn't moving in any way, you might need to replace it.
You'll need to open the door with an screwdriver, and perhaps an plier pair to loosen any pivot pins that are tight. The screwdriver will be used to release any locking levers that are on the bottom pivot bracket and the pliers will let you wiggle the pin to release it and then take it off.
Once the top roller has become loose, you should be able to raise the door and swivel it down and allow you to pull it off its pivot brackets and track. It's usually a straightforward process, but you must be careful to not let the door hit the frame of the door. Then you can sand the edge of the door to make it 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 of the bifold door to assist in smooth operation. It is designed to work with Kenna frames and can be fitted to doors that are 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is constructed of steel, nylon, and plastic components. It can replace a damaged guide.
To begin to remove the guide for the roller, remove any screws that are holding it in place by using the screwdriver and a little to loosen it. Use your hands to slowly lift it off the frame. It may take some effort to remove the door, so you may need a friend to help you.
After removing the guide, carefully cut the remaining finish off the foot of the guide with a razor to separate it from the blank rod. This will make it easier to take off and protect the new guide foot. The foot is extremely sharp and could cut or snag fingers.
You may need to apply some force to remove the guide, but you must be careful not to break or chip the foot. After you have removed the guide that was previously attached, take out any epoxy or threads left in the area it was anchored. This will help prevent any future issues with the guide.
After you have removed the guide, test out your new guide by putting it in its place and then applying a few turns of masking tape or a form of guide tubing to hold it in its place. This will allow you to double-check the guide alignment and spacing to ensure that everything is in place. If you're eyeballing it or using the always accurate CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System it is essential to avoid any problems in the future.
If the guide is positioned correctly and functioning in the way it should then the final step is to put the door back in place. Remember that any screws or pins were removed or loosening must be replaced and tightened appropriately when you're finished.
Take the Bottom Pivot off.
Bifold doors can be a beautiful feature for a home, but they sometimes require to be tweaked or adjusted to ensure they remain in good shape. Some issues can be resolved with the doors still in place. Other issues will require the doors be removed. This guide will show you how to take off the internal bifold door pins, rollers and pivots.
The first step is to gather your tools. Making sure you have everything in place ahead of time will help you avoid a lot of frustration later on in the project. You'll need a screwdriver, pliers and perhaps a wrench. A basic set of tools is available at a reasonable cost at your local hardware store. It's important to keep some wood glue on hand. This is useful when you need to fix the rollers into place.
After assembling your tools, open the bifold door and loosen the top track bracket by using your screwdriver. Once the bracket is loose, the door should be capable of sliding off the top track completely. It could take a little bit of jiggling but it should pop right off the track.
The pivot at the bottom of the frame needs to be removed. Close all doors in the interior before beginning. This will be a lot easier than working from the inside. If the track at the repairing bottom of bifold door looks good it is possible to lift the door and take off the track.
If the track is damaged, then you'll have to replace it. You can purchase tracks that are suitable for swinging and bifold closet doors at your local hardware store. If the track is seriously damaged then you may need to replace it completely.
It is now time to check your doors for their proper operation. Make sure that they are easily able to move from position to 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 have to adjust the top pivot bracket and tighten or loosen the bottom screwscrew until the door's edge lines up perfectly with the frame.
replace bifold doors the Roller
Bifold doors can be used to neatly cover closets as well as laundry nooks and pantries, but only if they work properly. The bifold doors consist of two panels that are hinged and slide down a track at the top of the frame. Over time, the roller guide bearings can wear out and cause the doors to bow and rub against the floor. Replacing the roller guide requires only a few minutes, and the most basic tools.
The first step is to take the guide for the roller from the door panel. The bottom pivot bolt must be removed, and the screw that connects the guide to the top of the door panel should be loosen. After removing the guide, pull the panel out of the track. Then using a wrench remove the top pivot bolt from the hole in the frame's header 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 at the top edge of bifold doors that range from 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is spring-loaded and self-adjusts in the upper track to ensure smooth glide.
Another issue that is common to a bifold door is that it scrapes against the floor when it opens or closes. This can occur after adding carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised slightly for proper clearance. Removal of the screw that adjusts the bottom pivot, loosening the top track's mounting screws and moving the anchor pin typically enough to resolve this issue.
A new set of top roller guides is a low-cost solution to a problem that could make bifold doors difficult to operate. They are usually available at your local hardware store in the door section but they're also accessible on the internet through a variety of vendors. Along with a brand new top roller guide, you will require a small bottle of Elmer's wood glue which is sold in the big box stores, as well as a squeeze clamp. The clamp helps to hold the repair area tightly after glue is inserted, and allowed to dry.(Image: https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Replacement-Doors-300x200.jpg)
