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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles that you have in your home are an important element of your design. A new handle will bring your decor and space up to date.

As time passes, your knobs for your doors can begin to feel stiff or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement (click here for more info) for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will improve the look of your home and make it easier to open and close them. They come in a wide range of finishes, colors, and types to match your decor. If yours are starting to show signs of wear or just need an upgrade replacing them is easy and can be accomplished in a couple of steps.

The first thing to find is the spindle or shaft through which the knob is affixed to the bifold door handle replacement. Some have a tiny hole that you can insert the screwdriver with a small diameter to loosen the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole where can be used with the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated pin called a detent. The pin opens the latch mechanism and allows you pull or push the knob.

After you have ahold of the shaft or spindle, remove the old door knob and replace upvc window handle it with the new one. Make sure you align it correctly and check to ensure that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, you can place the rod for the latch into the hole on the door. Lock it in place using the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned, then tighten the latch plate screws.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that complements other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic look, which pairs well with farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you may prefer a lever style or rim lock that require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are becoming more important as well. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the creation of new designs for handle handles like those that can be operated using a person's forearm.

Latch

The latch that opens your door can wear out from the wear and tear of use. It is simple to change the latch on your door handle replacements handle. This will result in huge differences in how it opens and closes.

Depending on what kind of handle you choose the latch may be a separate piece or a component of the knob. In either case, you'll need to follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. It's simple to take off the old latch, especially when you have doors with a "magic" button. This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob is the one you'll have to press to pull the latch out of the handle.

If your handle isn't equipped with this button, the first step is to remove any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed by using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a small hole inside that you can insert your screwdriver through, while others snap off.

Then, loosen the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You will need to store these shorter screws with sharp tips in a secure location in order to reuse them later. Once the screws are removed you can pull the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and place it in a safe place.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin that is on the interior of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers of the door handle. Then, push the exterior latch plate on and secure it using the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle if it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching system, for example a striking plate that's either too short or has moved upwards or down on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which will provide more security for your door and keep it closed.

To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material on the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is lower than the strike plate's hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate has likely been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

It is possible to install the new strikeplate in place over the old one using the screws that come with it, based on your door. However, you might need to pre-drill holes and then chisel a bit of the wood to ensure it's a good fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too hard or you'll ruin the integrity of your doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will give the lock a more secure grip on the doors and will require more force to open them. Typically it requires two long screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll need remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This difficult-to-find strike plate was made to work with antique rim locks and it's made from robust solid brass with the heavy duty thickness. This kit includes both wood screws as well as machine screws so you can select the appropriate hardware to suit your requirements. Remember that wood screws have a pointed point, and machine screws have a blunter tip.