First up i bought a magnetic catch.
Changing double bifold doors to french doors.
Depending on your closet you could attach the magnetic catch to the door and the metal plate inside the closet whatever works best for you.
For converting bifolds into french doors you have two options 1st option remove the roller pin thingy pretty sure that is it s technical term.
How to turn a bi fold door into french doors 1.
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As you look at replacing your sliding patio door with a french patio door there are a variety of options and upgrades to consider.
Offers vinyl patio doors in widths ranging from 5 to 12 feet.
Consider replacing sliding glass patio doors with french doors that open and close on hinges.
Whereas most patio doors open via track sliding a french door relies on hinges to open outwards much like a standard interior or entrance door.
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All doors are vinyl and available in standard sizes only.
I knew it was an inexpensive project that i could do on my own.
The style and color of the door handle can be upgraded and you can also add grids for a traditional french door look.
Change bi fold doors to french doors basic bi fold door.
Patio door options and upgrades.
French doors are obviously bigger in size than interior or entrance doors and they re made up of two glass panels.
When the door meets the magnet it catches and stays closed.
Take your bi fold door out of the closet and off the track if it isn t already.
To complete this simple project you will need to purchase 6 hinges i only bought 4 so i have to add 2 more a double magnetic catch and 2 door knobs.
A french door is the complete opposite of your typical sliding glass patio door.
These double doors add aesthetic value to a house while encouraging air flow when both doors are kept open.
The doors were bi fold and i was losing about six inches of space on each side.
French doors are also customizable and can be made to fit any height or width of door opening.
Unscrew and remove the track and any other hardware that was supporting the door inside the closet.
It would help the new french door close and stay closed.
It was wasted space that i needed and i knew it had to change.