Bi fold doors are an ideal room dividing solution and perfect for small spaces like closets cupboards or bathrooms.
How to install hinges on bifold doors.
Hang the door and test its fit.
If you re using 2 sets of bi fold doors simply follow the same steps to attach the hinges to the other door.
Repeat the process on the other bi fold door.
Remove the doors from the jamb hinges.
So if you d like to learn about installing a bifold door frame or installing a bifold door itself please check our respective articles.
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.
Mark the hinge locations install the hinges in the jamb side door then connect the doors to each other.
To install decorative pulls mark a comfortable height on the face of the guide door centered is usually best for ease of use.
Have a partner help with this project for a smooth installation process.
Then secure the hardware.
Our scope here will be limited to hinges.
Bifold doors are much like any doors only connected into pairs with hinges and hung on a track.
Let s go through the process step by step.
Some bi fold doors include pulls but you can also install decorative hardware to complement the other doors.
The heft of the doors is what keeps them from shuddering when you open them.
Step by step instructions.
Install the other half of the hinges so the holes for the hinge pins are facing down and the bottom edges of the hinges are aligned with the layout marks and flush against the face of the door.
Fitting a bi fold door isn t as complica.
Bifold doors overview illustration by gregory nemec.
For longer openings you will likely need a set of doors to fully cover the opening.