How to Quiet Sliding Metal Doors

How to Quiet Sliding Metal Doors
Published: Jan 17, 2012
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
2 minute read

Clean the Track

Step 1

Open the door all the way to expose to the track.

Step 2

Remove obvious impediments to the door's movement such as dirt, pebbles and other debris.

Step 3

Apply a generous coating of denatured alcohol to the length of the track.

Step 4

Let the alcohol sit for a moment to loosen the grime.

Step 5

Wipe the grime out using paper towels.

Step 6

Repeat this process until the track is clean.

Step 7

Spray a coat of WD-40 or another lubricant along the length of the track.

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Clean or Replace the Rollers

Step 1

Remove the head stop screws that secure the door in the top track.

Step 2

Adjust the roller adjustment screws at the bottom of the door to retract the rollers.

Step 3

Lift the door into the top track so that the bottom of the door clears the bottom track.

Step 4

Work with a partner to inch the bottom edge of the door toward the outside. Lower the door and remove it. Lay the door on a padded surface or set it across two sawhorses.

Step 5

Remove the roller adjustment screws. Pry the rollers out with a screwdriver. Inspect the rollers. If they appear worn or damaged, replace them. Otherwise, clean and lubricate them.

Step 6

Remove debris that might impede the rollers' movement. Clean the rollers with denatured alcohol using paper towels. Lubricate the wheels by spraying them with WD-40.

Step 7

Replace the rollers with the clean originals or with a new set.

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