{"id":40513,"date":"2021-05-14T08:30:15","date_gmt":"2021-05-14T06:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/blog\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T23:04:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T22:04:37","slug":"how-to-install-patio-bi-fold-door-properly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/blog\/how-to-install-patio-bi-fold-door-properly\/","title":{"rendered":"How to install bifold doors? Step by step guide (+video)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091401\/bi-fold-how-to-install-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Here you will learn how to install bifold patio doors, taking reveals into account, and use such doors as separation between two rooms.&nbsp;Check our article and video with bifold door installation instructions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bifold door installation quick overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bi-fold doors, also known as fold doors, folding doors or folding sliding doors, consist of glass panels which fold in or out to open up large space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are not only very popular in restaurants and cafes but can also be a perfect solution to separate two rooms. If you are a windows installer or your client is interested in such a solution, this blog post will provide plenty of valuable information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/windows\/sliding-aluminum-windows\/\">Check the sliding doors in our offer<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091403\/2a2.jpg\" alt=\"bifold glass doors after installation\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tools and materials needed for the bifold doors installation:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>hex keys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>clear silicone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>rubber mallet<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>measuring tape<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>self tapping screws, wall plugs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>electric screwdriver<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>set of shims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>self-leveling laser<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>spirit level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>countersink bit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>concrete drill bit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>metal drill bit<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>glazing packers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>set of bits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The installation of the folding door should be done by at least two people.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091400\/1.jpg\" alt=\"how to install bifold doors tools \" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Achieving a flush surface<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The threshold of the bi-fold door will be embedded in the floor to obtain a flush surface after installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you want to achieve the same effect, be sure to check the threshold height in the selected system.&nbsp;<\/strong>It must not be bigger than the height below the floor level. If it is larger, the missing height will be supplemented with widenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our case, we additionally had to take&nbsp;<strong>reveals&nbsp;<\/strong>into account. You will learn how to use system extensions to mask them aesthetically and to properly attach the bi-fold door to the body of the building.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091403\/3.png\" alt=\"installing bifold doors with a flush surface\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Measurements for folding doors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making the correct measurements before the istallation of the bi-fold-door is a key moment, so watch carefully. We\u2019ll start with the height. First of all, you will need to make three measurements.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"rat rat__outline\">\n    <p class=\"rat__header\">Remember!<\/p>\n    <p class=\"rat__content\"><p>For each of them, measure the height in three places and write down the lowest result.<br \/>\nYou will have to do the same with the width later. Measure in three places and note the smallest value.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091402\/4a.jpg\" alt=\"measurements for bifold doors installation\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-5 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to measure for folding doors?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. The first measurement (H1) is the height from the floor to the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. The second measurement (H2) is the height from the floor level to the lowest edge of the reveal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Subtract H2 from H1, and then subtract 0.79 in more for the expansion gap. The result is the amount of extensions you will need.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. The third measurement (H3) is the height below the floor level. Note that in our case it was equal to the height of the bi-fold door sill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In a similar situation, add the threshold height to H2. You will receive the bi-fold door height you specify when ordering.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If H3 is larger than the threshold used in the bi-fold door, the difference between H3 and the threshold height is the dimension of the extensions you need.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"rat rat__outline\">\n    <p class=\"rat__header\">Measuring the width<\/p>\n    <p class=\"rat__content\"><p>Use the rules of the first two measurements (H1 and H2) to measure the width of the bi-fold door &#8211; you will calculate the width of the bi-fold door and the dimensions of the extensions.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091402\/5-4-1.jpg\" alt=\"how to install and measure bifold doors\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembling folding doors before installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In our particular case, it was not possible to bring the entire bi-fold door structure inside the building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We received the bi-fold door in parts and we put them together at the assembly site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using an electric screwdriver and a screw, we assembled the frame and set it in its final place.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091402\/6.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bi-fold door installation! Step-by-step guide!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We will go through the istalation process of a bi-fold door step by step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unpacking all the elements of the bi-fold doors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. After unpacking the bi-fold door frame, pick up all the parts and place them safely on the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. If you have extensions, put them together. Make sure all the pieces of the bi-fold door fit together well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091402\/7.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembling the frame of the folding doors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Then arrange the elements on the floor so that they form the framework of the future bi-fold door frame, and then proceed to joining the individual parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Before permanently connecting the elements to each other, apply silicone and fix the connectors inside the profiles. Now press them together and use a screwdriver to tighten the screws in the corners.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"rat rat__outline\">\n    <p class=\"rat__header\">Remember!<\/p>\n    <p class=\"rat__content\"><p>Tighten the screws carefully and sensitively. Using too much force can damage the aluminum.<\/p>\n<p>5. Repeat the last two steps for each side.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091402\/8-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quality parts equals easy assembly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All the elements of the bi-fold door are precisely made on CNC machines and should fit together perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Debesto recommends this high quality product:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/windows\/products\/window-aluprof-mb-86-fold-line\/\">Aluprof MB-86<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also remember to always join the elements of the bi-fold door with each other carefully.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our case, it was also necessary to screw the extensions to the structure \u2013 from the top and from one of the sides.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091402\/9.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-10 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lifting and securing the frame of the bi-fold doors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>6. The frame is ready to be lifted and secured in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that the structure is perfectly leveled in both planes (this is the main cause of problems after assembly!) and fix it to the wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our threshold is perfectly flat. Great!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. On both sides, check that the bi-fold door frame does not tilt sideways and front-back. Use shims if necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check twice. If you\u2019re okay then you can move on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. First the other side, then the top of the bi-fold-door frame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Be sure to tighten the screws with even force. Otherwise, the bi-fold door frame may bend.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091401\/10-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-11 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More precision with a self-leveling laser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Use a self-leveling laser for the highest precision. To make sure you haven\u2019t distorted the bi-fold door frame, check the distance between the laser and the edge of the frame at four places. You must get exactly the same score for each of the points.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091401\/11.png\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-12 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installing the bi-fold door sashes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>10. Time to assemble the sashes of the bi-fold door. Place shims under the sash to keep it horizontally without problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11. Now assemble the first sash by screwing down each hinge with screws. Do the same with the remaining bi-fold door sashes.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"rat rat__outline\">\n    <p class=\"rat__header\"><\/p>\n    <p class=\"rat__content\"><p>Finally, check that the closing and the opening of the bi-fold door is trouble-free. If you followed the previous steps carefully, everything should work fine.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:5%\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer uag-hide-desktop uag-hide-tab\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.debesto.com\/web\/assets\/2021\/05\/06091401\/12-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We also invite you to check our other blog posts dedicated to the installation of windows and doors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/blog\/how-to-measure-upvc-vinyl-aluminum-and-wooden-sliding-doors\/\">How to measure uPVC, vinyl, aluminum and wood sliding doors?<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/blog\/how-to-install-window-or-sliding-door-with-glasslifter\/\">How to install window or sliding door with glasslifter?<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/debesto.com\/en-us\/quick-contact-form\/\">Feel free to contact us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to install interior patio bi-fold doors? + measuring - Complete Video Tutorial 2021\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ooybxVnnEqM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here you will learn how to install bifold patio doors, taking reveals into account, and use such doors as separation between two rooms.&nbsp;Check our article and video with bifold door installation instructions. 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