Looking for hardware for bi-fold doors ...

[Phil Harding]

From day one when I moved into my house seven years ago I planned to replace the hollow core doors with solid raised panel doors. I've started this project in the kitchen by building replacements for two 36" wide bi-folds (four bi-fold sections in a 72" wide opening). My problem is I built the raised panel doors from red oak and they are much heavier than the hollow core doors. The pivots that attach the hollow core doors to the floor and top of the door opening are probably too flimsy to handle the weight of the new doors. I can probably reuse the overhead track since it shouldn't have to bear any weight. I've checked my usual hardware sources and Goggle searches but I have not found anything I can use.

So, I turn to the experts here. Anyone know where I can find heavy duty hardware for mounting these doors?

Thanks, Phil.

[Mike Scallon]

Rixson Center Hung Pivot Sets

http://www.assaabloydss.com/library/catalogs/RIXSON/pdf/RC_Pivots%20and%20Pivot%20Sets.pdf

-Mike-

[Paul Girouard]

http://www.johnsonhardware.com/fdindex.htm


Although the orginal stuff you have is more than likely strong enought, unless it's bent or damaged.

The pressure is straight down , mostly , the problems with biefolds start with loose screws that allow the doors to sag. If those issues are taken care of right away the doors tend to work OK. Most people are just to lazy to go get the scew driver and tighten the screws:rolleyes:

A little lube also helps on door hinges , rollers, lock-set parts, etc twice a year.

I know,to much to ask for.

The spendier stuff has the same issues. Choose your poison.

[Ron Kinel]

I bought the hardware at the Home Depot I also have 36 inch oak paneled doors I installed them 3 years ago and they still work fine.