How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide

If your bifold doors are sticking, they probably require some maintenance. They might require cleaning, lubricated or adjusted. The issue could be caused by an unfastened screw on the top pivot or the top guide roller.

This kit includes everything you need to restore your bi-fold wardrobe door to its peak performance.

Remove the Door

Installing an internal set of bifold doors might seem like an involved and challenging task but it's actually simple for anyone with a little experience. Moving the frame isn't the problem but the trick is getting the doors to fold and close easily and precisely. Bifold doors are complex pieces of machinery and, as such they could require some 'tuning up' to ensure that they function properly. This could be as simple as tightening a screw or as complex as taking out the door and replacing the pivot pin or roller.

The majority times, you can solve these issues with a couple of basic adjustments without removing the doors. You may notice that your doors are sagging, scraping the floor, or that they are jumping out of their track. In order to fix these issues, it isn't difficult, and with three easy steps, your bifold door seal replacement doors should be back in the blink of an eye.

The most frequent issue that bifolding doors with internal hinges face is that they are sliding out of alignment. This could be due to loose screws or holes in the anchor/pivot pins, or simply a door that is not aligned. Most times this can be fixed by a few simple adjustments. However, if your door doesn't move at all, you may need to replace it.

You'll need to open the door using a screwdriver, and possibly pliers to loosen any pivot pins that are tight. The screwdriver is used to disengage the locking levers located on the bottom pivot bracket. The pliers are used to remove the pin.

Once the top roller has become loose it should be possible to lift the door and then swivel it downward and allow you to pull it off its pivot brackets and track. It is usually a simple procedure, but be careful to not let the door strike the door frame. You should then be able cut off the edge of the door which is scratching the floor, and sand it down until it is smooth. Then, you can repaint or refinish it as required.

Remove the Roller Guide

This spring-loaded roller guides the mount on top of a bifolding door to aid in smooth operation. It is designed for Kenna frames, and will fit door panels ranging from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is made from steel, nylon, and plastic components. It will replace a damaged guide.

To begin the process of removing the roller guide, remove any screws holding it in place. Do this using an screwdriver as well as a bit to loosen it. After that, carefully use your hands to lift it out of the frame. It may take some effort, so let a friend help you to keep the door in place as you remove it.

Once the guide you used to guide your child is removed, carefully cut the remaining finish over the foot of the new guide using a razor blade to cut it off from the rod blank. This will make it easier to remove and will prevent damage to the new guide foot. The foot is very sharp, and it can cut or snag fingers.

You may have to use some force to pull the guide off, but be careful not to break or chip the foot. Once you have separated the guide from the rod blank, make sure to get rid of all the epoxy and threads that remain where it was affixed. This will avoid future issues with the guide.

After removing the previous guide, check the new one by putting it in its permanent position. Apply a few rotations with masking tape or guide tubing to secure it in its place. This allows you to check the alignment of your guide and spacing to ensure that everything is in place. 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 set properly and functions according to its intended function, the last step is to reinstall the door in place. Remember that any screws or pins were removed or loosening must be replaced and tightened correctly after you've finished.

Remove the Bottom Pivot

Bifold doors can be a stunning feature for a home, but they often require to be tweaked or adjusted to keep them in good shape. Some issues can be resolved with the doors still in place. Others will require the doors be removed. This guide will show you how to remove the bifold internal door pins, rollers and pivots.

Gathering your tools is the first step. Putting everything together prior to time will make it easier later on in the project. You'll need a screwdriver, pliers and maybe a wrench. A set of basic tools can be purchased at a reasonable cost from a local hardware store. Keep a supply of wood glue in the back of your hand. This will come in handy in the event that you need to fix any rollers back into their original position.

After putting together your tools, open the bifold door and loosen the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once this is loose, the door should be able to slide off the top track completely. It may take some jiggling, but it should pop off the track.

The next step is to remove the bottom pivot from the frame. Close all doors to the interior before you begin. This will be much simpler than working from inside. If the track at the bottom appears to be in good condition you can raise the door to remove the track.

You'll have to replace the track if it is damaged. You can get new tracks for bifold doors as well as swinging closet doors at your local hardware store. If the track is severely damaged, you may need to replace it completely.

You'll now need to check your doors for their proper operation. Make sure that they are capable of moving smoothly between positions. Also, you should ensure that the edges of the door are parallel to the frame when closed. If they aren't, then you'll need to readjust the top pivot bracket and tighten or loosen the bottom setscrew until the edge of the door coincides perfectly with the frame.

replace bifold doors the Roller

bifold door repairs doors neatly enclose closets as well as laundry nooks and pantries, but only if they function correctly. 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. The guide roller can be replaced in a matter of minutes using a few tools.

The first step is to take the guide for the roller from the door panel. The bolt that holds the repairing bottom of bifold door pivot is to be removed, as well as the screw holding the guide to the top of the door panel must be loosened. After the guide is removed and the door panel is lifted up and off its track. Next, loosen the nut that secures 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 that has a 7/8 inch diameter wheel and a base made of steel is available from Stanley, Cox or Acme. It is mounted on the top edge of bifold doors that are 1 to 1-3/8 inches thick. It is spring loaded and adjusts itself in the upper track to ensure smooth sliding.

A bifold door may also scratch against the floor when it opens and closes. This can happen after installing carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised to ensure proper clearance. Removal of the pivot adjustment screw on the bottom and loosening the top track's mounting screws and moving the anchor/pivot pin is typically enough to resolve this issue.

A new set of top roller guides is an inexpensive 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 but they're also available online from a number of suppliers. In addition to a new top roller guide, you will require a small bottle of Elmer's wood glue that is sold in the big box stores and a squeeze clamp. The clamp assists in keeping the repair area tightly after glue is inserted and allowed to dry.