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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide If your bifold doors are sticking, it's likely that they require some maintenance. You may need to clean and lubricate them or adjust them. The issue could be caused by loose screws on the top pivot or the top guide roller. This kit includes everything you need to restore your bi-fold wardrobe door system to its best performance. Remove the Door It might seem difficult and challenging to put in an internal set of bifold doors however for those who are DIYers with some experience, it's actually a breeze. Moving the frame isn't a major issue The trick is getting the doors to fold and close easily and accurately. Since bifold doors are complicated machines, they could require some tuning to keep functioning correctly. It could be as easy as tightening a screw or as complicated as removing the door and replacing a pivot pin or roller. Most of the time, you can solve these issues with a couple of simple adjustments, without having to remove the doors. You might notice that your bifold doors are sagging or scraping the floor, or jumping out of track. It's not difficult to fix these problems. Follow three easy steps and your bifold door should be back on line in no time. One of the most common issues that internal bifold doors have to face is the tendency to slide out of alignment. This could be due to loose screws or holes in the anchor/pivot pins or simply a misaligned door. Most of the time, this can be corrected by a few simple adjustments. However, if your door doesn't move in any way, you might require replacing it. To take the door off, you'll need a screwdriver and possibly pliers (to assist in loosening any pins that are tight to pivot). The screwdriver can be used to disengage any locking levers on the bottom bracket of the pivot and the pliers will allow you to wiggle the pin and take it off. Once the top roller has become loose it should be possible to lift the door and swivel it down 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 strike the frame of the door. Then, you can sand down the edges of the door to make it smooth. Then, you can repaint or finish it according to the requirements. Remove the Roller Guide This spring-loaded roller guides the mount on the top of the bifolding door to aid in 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 steel, nylon and plastic components. It will replace an old guide. Take out any screws that are holding the guide to the roller using a screwdriver. Use your hands to slowly remove it from the frame. This may require some effort, so you should have someone else help you keep the door in place while you remove it. After removing the old guide, carefully cut off the remaining finish off the guide's foot with a razor to separate it from the blank rod. This will make it easier to take off and prevent damage to the new guide foot. The foot is very sharp, and it could cut or snag fingers. You may have to use some force to take the guide off, but be careful not to chip or break the foot. After removing the guide that was previously attached, take out any remaining epoxy or threads in the place where it was anchored. This will avoid future issues with the guide. After removing the old guide, try out your new guide by putting it in its place and then applying a few rotations of masking tape or a kind of guide tubing to keep it in its place. This will let you double verify the guide's spacing and alignment to ensure that everything is set up correctly. If you're eyeballing it or using the dependable CRB Spine Finder and Deflection System, this step is important to avoid any problems in the future. The last step is to replace the door. If the guide is in the right position and is working as it should, then you can proceed. Remember that any screws or pins that you loosened or removed must be replaced and tightened appropriately after you've finished. Take the Bottom Pivot off. Bifold doors can be a stunning feature for a home, but they often need to be tweaked or adjusted to ensure they are in good shape. While some of the less critical issues can be resolved with the doors still in place, others will require removal. This guide will demonstrate how to remove the bifold internal door pins, rollers, and pivots. Gathering your tools is the first step. You will save yourself some frustration by assembling all your tools in advance. You'll also need an plier and a screwdriver. You can purchase a basic set of tools at your local hardware store for a reasonable cost. Keep a supply of wood glue in the back of your hand. This is useful in the event that you have to put the rollers in their place. Once you've got your tools, begin by opening the bifold doors. Then, you'll need to loosening the top track bracket with your screwdriver. Once it's loose, the door should be able to slide off the top track completely. It could take a little few jigglings but it should be able to pop right off the track. The pivot at the bottom of the frame needs to be removed. Close all doors to the interior before beginning. This will make it much easier to do rather than working on the inside. If the track at the bottom appears to be in good condition you can raise the door to take off the track. You will need to replace the track if it's damaged. You can get new tracks for bifold doors and swinging closet doors at your local hardware store. If the track is badly damaged, you may need to replace it completely. Now that your track is repaired or replaced You'll need to test the doors for the proper operation. Make sure they're able to move smoothly between positions. You'll also want to check 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 set screw until the edge of the door is perfectly aligned with the frame. Replace the Roller Bifold doors neatly enclose closets, laundry nooks and pantries, but only when they function properly. They comprise two door panels that are hinged and open using tracks that are positioned in the top of the frame. Over time the roller guide bearings may wear out and cause the doors to bow and rub against the floor. The roller guide can be replaced in a matter of minutes with basic tools. The first step is to remove the guide for the roller from the door panel. bifold door repairs requires taking off the pivot bolt at the bottom and loosening the screw that holds the guide on its top. After removal of the guide, pull the panel out of the track. Then, using a wrench, remove the top pivot bolt from the hole in the header of the frame by loosening the nut. A replacement top nylon roller guide with 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 of bifold doors that range from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches in thickness and is spring loaded to self-adjust the upper track for smooth gliding. A bifold door may also scratch against the floor as it opens and closes. This is often the result of adding carpet or other flooring materials that require the doors to be raised slightly for proper clearance. This issue can be fixed by taking off the bottom pivot adjustment screws by loosening the top track mounting screws and moving anchor/pivot. A new set top roller guides could be a low-cost solution to the problem of your bifold doors becoming difficult to operate. They're usually available at your local hardware store in the door section but they're also accessible on the internet through a variety of suppliers. You will also need a squeeze-clamp and a small container Elmer's wood adhesive, that is sold in large box stores. The clamp is used to keep the repair area sealed after the glue has been inserted and dried.