How To Fix A Bifold Door | Melbourne's Expert Door Repairs - Myreno

How To Fix A Bifold Door That Sticks

A bifold door can transform your home making it look amazing. When its time to repair them they can be quite tricky compared to other to doors. If you've done your homework and purchased wood doors instead of aluminum, then repairs are possible. In this example, repairs are based on fixing a wooden bifold door from scraping or jamming. Some tools required Saw-horse, circular-saw, drill, screwdriver, Hex Key, spanners, and safety gear. (note: This job should only be carried out by experienced persons only)

how to fix bifold door rubbing

1. The first step is to assess where the bifold door rubbing is curing.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

2. In most cases, they may rub on another door panels or the bottom the base of the frame.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

3. If the rubbing is minimal, you may be able to adjust the pivots. If this is not possible or the pivot is damaged, then you will need to trim the doors.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

4. Before we start to trim the doors, we will need to mark the sections that appear to be rubbing.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

5. Take down the door causing the issue. Carefully lay the door down on a sawhorse to prepare the trimming. (2 people recommended)

how to fix bifold door rubbing

6. Once everything is in place, and you have determined how much to trim off, adjust the saw to trim that amount only using the guide provided with the circular saw, this will ensure a clean cut is possible.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

7. Carefully proceed to trim the door/s at the required amount. Cutting too much will create gaps creating more significant issues. To minimize chipping try using a new or sharpened blade.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

8. Once the customization is complete, the door can be hung back in its original position.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

9. After the door is installed slowly open and close it to make sure no rubbing occurs if so this means the amount cut was incorrect. Proceed to go over step 4 to 8 again.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

10. If the door job has been done successfully and is operating without problems, being a bifold may require the same procedure on the next door.

how to fix bifold door rubbing

11. You should now have a fully functioning bifold door that won't rub or jam.

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This should only be carried out by a professional or experienced person only. Contact Myreno for all your door repair needs for home or office.