Lay out the position of the hinges on the door.
How to install folding door hinges.
Position the floor bracket directly under the center of the upper track.
Place it square to the lower mark on your door and.
Align the hinge so that the top edge of the hinge is on the layout line with the front of the hinge flush with the.
The steps that follow give you an idea of the work involved.
If your dowel has an adjustment screw put it near the side wall on the bottom of the panel.
Position the door into the top bracket and tighten then put the bottom pin into the bracket.
Have a partner help when installing bifold doors.
Attach the bottom pivot into the lower jamb bracket.
Measure 7 1 8 inches down from the top of the jamb and mark the edge of.
Use a plumb line to keep things straight and trace around the bracket for future use.
Lock the door into place and adjust the height using the rotating arm or hinge pin depending on the type of hardware.
Place your new hinge over the location of the old one.
He or she should hold the door upright while you align it with the.
Attach dowels with spring assemblies into the top of the door panel at the point.
Use a drill or screwdriver and the package screws to secure the two sides of the hinge to the jamb and the door.
You ll want to mark the space where your hinges are going to sit before proceeding.
Mount the lower hinge.
Mount the middle and topmost.
Place the hinge pin in the hinge to secure the new hinge.
Step by step instructions mark your hinges.