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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide If your bifold doors are sticking and squeaking, they may require some maintenance. They could need to be cleaned or lubricated, or even adjusted. The problem could be caused by a loose bolt at the top pivot or by the top guide roller. This kit contains all the hardware you need to restore your bi-fold wardrobe door to its peak performance. Remove the Door It may appear complicated and challenging to put in a set of bifold internal doors but for DIYers with a little experience, it's actually a breeze. The frame is not the issue however getting the doors to close and fold smoothly is. Bifold doors are complex pieces of machinery, and as such they may require some tuning up to function correctly. This might be something as simple as tightening screws or as complex as removing the door and replacing the pivot pin or roller. You can usually fix these issues by making just a few minor adjustments, without having to remove the doors. You may notice that your doors are sagging, scratching the floor, or that they're bouncing off their tracks. It's not difficult to fix these issues. Follow three easy steps and your bifold doors will be back on track in the shortest amount of time. The most common problem that internal bifolding doors encounter is that they slide out of alignment. This could be due loose screws, holes in the anchor/pivots, or a misaligned bifold door. In most instances, you can fix this with a few easy adjustments, but if the door isn't moving, it may need to be removed and replaced. To open the door you'll need an screwdriver and perhaps two pliers (to aid in loosening any pins on the pivot that are stuck). The screwdriver is used to disengage the locking levers located on the bottom of the pivot bracket. The pliers are used to take off the pin. After the top roller has been removed, you can lift the door, swivel downward and remove it from its pivot brackets and track. It is usually a simple procedure, but you need to be careful to not let the door hit the frame of the door. Then, you can sand down the edges of the door to make it smooth. You can then repaint or finish it according to the requirements. Remove the Roller Guide This spring-loaded roller guides mounts on top of the bifolding door to aid in smooth operation. It is designed to be used with Kenna frames and will fit a door panel 1 inch to 1/8 inch thick. It is made of nylon, steel and plastic components and will replace a worn-out or damaged guide. Take out any screws that are holding the roller guide in place with the screwdriver. Make use of your hands to gently pull it from the frame. It might take some effort to remove the door, so ask someone else to assist you. After removing the old guide, carefully cut the remaining finish on the foot of the guide using a razor to separate it from blank rod. This will make it easier to remove and prevent damage to the new guide foot. The foot is very sharp, and it can cut or nick fingers. You will probably have to apply a little force to take the guide off, but take care not to break or chip the foot. After removing the guide that was previously attached, take out any threads or epoxy left in the area w here it was fixed. This will help avoid future problems with the guide. After removing the old guide, you can test the new guide by placing it in its permanent location and then applying a few rotations of masking tape or some form of guide tubing to keep it in place. This will allow you double examine the guide's spacing and alignment to make sure that everything is set up correctly. repairing bifold doors 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 avoid any problems in the future. The final step is to replace the door. If the guide is in the right position and functioning as it should, then you're able to proceed. Remember that any screws or pins were removed or loosening must be replaced and tightened correctly when you're done. Remove the Bottom Pivot Bifold doors can be a stunning addition to any home, but they may require tweaking or adjusted to ensure they are in good shape. Some issues can be resolved 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 pivots and rollers, as well as pins and pins, so that you can make your doors slide like new. Gathering your tools is the first step. Making sure you have everything in place before time can make it easier later in the process. You'll also need pliers and a screwdriver. A basic set of tools is available at a reasonable cost from a local hardware store. Also, keep some wood glue in the back of your hand. This can be useful in the event that you need to glue any of the rollers back into place. After gathering your tools, open the bifold door and loosen the top track bracket by using your screwdriver. Once this is loose the door should be free to slide off the top track completely. It might take a small amount of jiggling, but it should be able to pop right off the track. Next, you'll need to remove the bottom pivot from the frame. This should be done from the outside of your home, so be sure to close any interior doors that you are able to open. This will make it easier to do than trying to work from the inside. If the track at the bottom is in good shape, you'll be able to simply lift the door and take off the track. If the track is damaged, then you'll need to replace it. You can get replacement tracks for both swinging and bifold closet doors from your local hardware store. If the track is seriously damaged then you may need to replace it entirely. You'll now need to test your doors to ensure the proper operation. Make sure they're easily able to move 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're not, 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 Bifold doors neatly enclose closets as well as laundry nooks and pantries, but only if they function properly. Bifold doors comprise two panels that are hinged and slide on tracks at the top of the frame. Over time, the roller guides can wear out and cause the doors to sag. Replacing the roller guide takes just a few minutes and a few basic tools. The first step is removing the roller guide from your door panel. This involves removal of the bottom pivot bolt and loosening the screw that holds the guide to its top. Once 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 top nylon replacement guide with a 7/8 inch diameter wheel and a steel base is available from Stanley, Cox or Acme. It is mounted at the top of bifold doors which are 1 inch to 1-3/8 inch thick. It is spring loaded and adjusts itself in the upper track to ensure smooth gliding. A bifold door can also scratch the floor as it opens and closes. This can occur after adding carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised to ensure proper clearance. This issue can be solved by removing the bottom pivot adjustment screws and loosening the top track mounting screws, and moving the anchor/pivot. A new set top roller guides can be an inexpensive solution to the problem of your bifold doors becoming difficult to operate. They are typically found at your local hardware shop in the door section. However they can be ordered on the internet from a variety of suppliers. In addition to a brand-new top roller guide, you will require a small amount of Elmer's wood glue, which is sold in the big box stores, as well as a squeeze clamp. The clamp is used to keep the area being repaired sealed after the glue has been placed in and dried.