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How to Repair Bifold Door Top Roller Guide If your bifold doors are sticking, it's likely that they need some attention. You may need to clean and lubricate them or adjust them. The issue could be caused by loose bolts at the top pivot or by the top guide roller. This kit comes with all the hardware needed to bring your bi-fold closet door to its best performance. Remove the Door Installing an internal set of bifold doors may seem like an involved and complicated task, but it's actually quite straightforward for a DIYer with a few years of experience. The frame isn't the problem, but getting the doors to close and fold smoothly is. As bifold doors are complex machines, they could require some tuning to keep functioning correctly. It could be as simple as tightening up a screw, or as complicated as removing and replacing the pivot pin or roller. You can usually fix these issues by making a few simple adjustments, without having to take out the doors. It is possible that your bifold doors are sagging, scraping the floor or bouncing off the track. Getting these issues under control isn't difficult, and with three simple steps the bifold doors will be back on track in short time. The most common problem that internal bifolding doors face is that they slide out of alignment. This can be caused by loose screws or holes in the anchor/pivot pins or simply a misaligned door. Most of the time it can be fixed with a few simple adjustments. However, if your door doesn't move in any way, you might need to replace it. To remove the door to open it, you'll require an screwdriver and perhaps two pliers (to help loosen any pins that are tight to pivot). The screwdriver can be used to release any locking levers on the bottom pivot bracket and the pliers allow you to wiggle the pin to release it and then take it off. Once the top roller has been removed, you can lift the door, swivel downward and remove it from its pivot brackets and track. This is typically quite easy, but be careful not to let the door hit against the frame of the door. Then you can sand the edge of the door to make it smooth. You can then repaint it or refinish it as required. Take off the Roller Guide This spring-loaded roller guide mounts on the top of bifold doors to aid with smooth operation. It is specifically designed specifically for Kenna frames and will fit door panels ranging from 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick. bifold door repair is made of nylon, steel and plastic components. It can replace a damaged guide. To begin the process of removing the guide for the roller, remove any screws holding it in place by using a screwdriver and a bit to loosen it. Then, carefully use your hands to pull it out of the frame. It might take some effort to remove the door, so you may need someone else to assist you. After removing the guide, carefully cut the remaining finish off the guide's foot by using a razor to cut it from blank rod. This will make it easier to remove and prevent damage to the new guide foot. The guide foot is extremely sharp, and it could cut or nick fingers. You will probably have to use some force to get the guide off, but be careful not to chip or break the foot. After you have removed the guide that was previously attached, take out any remaining epoxy or threads in the area it was attached. This will avoid future issues with the guide. After removing the old guide, you can test your new guide by putting it in its permanent location and then applying a few rotations of masking tape or another kind of guide tubing to hold it in the correct position. This allows you to double-check the alignment of your guide and spacing to ensure everything is properly set up. This is vital to avoid any future issues, whether you use the CRB Spine Finder & Deflection System or eyeball it. If the guide is placed properly and is functioning in the way it should then the final step will be to reinstall the door in place. Make sure to tighten and replace any screws or pins you removed or loosened. Take the Bottom Pivot off. Bifold doors are a stunning addition to any home but often they require a bit of tweaking or adjustment to stay in great shape. Some issues can be resolved with the doors in place. Others will require that the doors be removed. This guide will walk you through the steps to remove the internal bifold door pivots and rollers, as well as pins and pins, so you can make your doors slide as new. Gathering your tools is the first step. You will save yourself some frustration by assembling all of your tools beforehand. You'll also require an plier and a screwdriver. A basic set of tools can be bought at a reasonable cost from your local hardware store. Keep some wood glue on hand. This will come in handy in the event that you need to glue one of the rollers back into place. After assembling your tools then open the bifold doors 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 might take a small amount of jiggling, but it should pop right off the track. The bottom pivot of the frame will have to be removed. Close all interior doors prior to starting. This will be much simpler than working from the inside. If the track at the bottom is still in good working order it will be possible to just lift up the door and then remove the track. You will need to replace the track if it's damaged. You can purchase replacement tracks for both bifold doors and swinging closet doors at your local hardware store. If the track is severely damaged, you might need to replace it completely. Once your track is repaired or replaced, you'll need to check the doors for proper operation. Make sure that the doors be moved into and out of their place easily. You'll want to make sure that the edges of your 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 set screw until the door's edge lines up perfectly with the frame. Replace the Roller If they are installed correctly, bifold doors can neatly cover pantries, laundry nooks and closets. They are made up of two panels that are hinged and slide open on tracks that are positioned in the frame's top. Over time the guides for the rollers can wear out and cause the doors to slide. The guide roller can be replaced in a matter of minutes with the use of basic tools. The first step is to remove the roller guide from your door panel. The pivot bolt at the bottom must be removed, and the screw holding the guide to the top of the door panel should be loosen. After removing the guide, pull the panel out of the track. Then, loosen the bolt that holds the top pivot bolt, and use an abrasive to pull it out of the hole in the top header of the door frame. Stanley, Cox and Acme offer a top nylon replacement roller with a 7/8-inch diameter wheel mounted on a base made of steel. It is mounted on the top of a bifold door that is 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches thick and is spring-loaded to adjust in 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 installing carpet or other flooring materials which require that the doors be raised slightly to allow for clearance. Removing the screw that adjusts the bottom pivot and loosening the top track's mounting screws and moving the anchor/pivot pin typically enough to eliminate this issue. A new set of top roller guides is a cheap solution to a problem that could make bifold doors difficult to operate. They are typically found at your local hardware shop in the door section. However, they can also be purchased online from various vendors. In addition to a brand-new top guide for rollers, you'll require a small bottle of Elmer's wood glue, which is sold in large box stores and a squeeze clamp. The clamp is used to keep the repair area shut after the glue has been placed in and dried.