Installing Bifold Doors On Carpet

Have a partner help with this project for a smooth installation process.

Installing bifold doors on carpet. Bifold doors are supported by pivot pins at the top and underside of the outermost doors. For longer openings you will likely need a set of doors to fully cover the opening. In my article hanging pre hung interior doors jul 16 i discussed the process i ve developed for installing interior doors in a fast and efficient manner. Then secure the hardware.

From outside the closet check the alignment. Upvc external bifold doors. Installing an interior bifold door is an easy upgrade that can dramatically improve the appearance of a home. Installing bifold doors over carpet.

Sliding doors can be confusing to install on carpet because instead of small corner brackets they typically are installed with track brackets that run the width of the closet opening. Once the new doors are installed i show how to properly adjust the doors. If you re remodeling your closet and installing sliding doors you may be concerned when it comes to installing the bottom brackets on your carpeting. To install decorative pulls mark a comfortable height on the face of the guide door centered is usually best for ease of use.

Adjust the track hardware as necessary to keep the reveal around the doors even. Show a step by step how to on installing bifold doors. John spier owner of spier construction a building and remodeling company on block island r i responds. I enjoyed john spier s article on installing pre hung doors what about when the floors will be carpeted.

Supplied fully assembled including ironmongery to make installation simple these 70mm thick doors are available in sizes from 1800mm to 3600mm and are supplied with seven point locking systems and steel reinforced profiles for security and rigidity. Hold the hardware in place marking the holes. In this jeld wen customer care video you ll le. Our upvc bifolds are available in white grey or a combination of the two grey outside white inside.

Most interior and closet doors were created to fit standard openings at 80 1 2 inches high but it is still important to measure the space before you begin to make sure the new bifold door will fit. Some bi fold doors include pulls but you can also install decorative hardware to complement the other doors. The last step i discuss th. Step 9 install the door pulls photo by kolin smith.

The aligners catch when the doors are closed keeping the door faces flush with each other. For flat doors measure 36 inches from the floor on each leading door. Installing bifold doors over carpet installing the top track bifold doors are wonderful for closets pantries and laundry areas because they give you full access to the contents all at the same time.