The use of Tambour doors in modern kitchens is very common in present times. They not only give sufficient storage spaces, but they also enhance the look of modern kitchens. They are most suitable for storing appliances and important kitchen equipments.
Tambour door kits have a unique working mechanism. They operate on spring rollers that have a good balance. This allows users to swiftly roll them and smoothly use them when necessary. This unique mechanism also helps in stopping the door in any position.
They are also available in a deluxe version, which comes with a fixed frame that conceals the edges of the cabinet. The regular version has a façade on its top edge and fits inside the cabinet. Here are the 5 basic repair steps that can help guide you on how to go about it:
Step #1 Fit a Magnet
metimes, tambour doors lose their grips and when closing them, they pop back open again. At other times, it slowly slides up again after you pull it down. To fix such issues, the best option is to fix a magnet inside the door. This weight helps to keep the door in place when you slide it down and it sticks to the base.
Step #2 Reinstall the Door
In some cases, the doors separate because of prolonged damages. If this happens, then remove the door and fix it again. To ensure that the doors need reinstallations, roll them up and inspect all the corners for lose screws. Removing the screws will easily allow you to remove the door. If you are having problems in fixing it back again, then you can call an expert to fix it back for you.
Step #3 Face the Door Down Before Repairing
If the Tambour door kits are not closing properly while you fix them, realign them closely in a downward position before proceeding with the repairs. If the slats are having any damages, then remove them and preferably replace them with newer ones.
Step #4 Readjust the Slats
Before fixing the tambour door, make sure that all the slats are in the right position. If necessary, you will need to buy a new tambour kit. Make sure that you align the slats so that they stay in a downward position.
Step #5 Reconstruct the Door
Once you have figured out all the problems with the Tambour door kit, fix it back in position. Replace all the screws, sliders, and magnets. To be sure that the door opens swiftly, slide it upwards and downwards. Take your time to adjust the magnets and if necessary call a professional to help you with it.
If you follow these simple steps, then you won’t need to call expert to help you with the repairs. This way you can end up saving more than you initially thought you would.
