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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 can bring your home's decor and interior up to date.

Over time, your door knobs may become stiff, or even break. These are signs it's time to change them. This guide will help you choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors can enhance the look of your home and make it easier for you to shut and open them. They are available in a range of finishes, colors and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade it is possible to replace them in a couple of simple steps.

The first thing to find is the shaft or spindle through the knob's attachment to the door. Some have a tiny hole that you can insert a narrow screwdriver into to loosen the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole where you can use the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated pin called a detent. When you press the pin and the latch mechanism opens, it releases and lets you pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle or shaft, in your hand take the knob off and replace upvc window handle it. Make sure to align it properly and verify that the latch works properly before tightening your new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod for the latch into the door's hole. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned, then thread in the screws on the latch plate and tighten them.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware for a sleek, contemporary look that complements other furniture in their homes. Some prefer a rustic design that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might prefer an rim or lever 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 infection control have been key issues when it comes to developing new designs for handles. For instance certain handles handle designs can be operated by the arm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open can wear out from age and use. The Replacement Door Handles of the latch to fit the new handle is an easy DIY task and will make a significant difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on what kind of handle you choose the latch can be a separate component or an integral part of the knob. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and reinstalling will apply. It's simple to take off the old latch, especially when you have doors with a "magic" button. The tiny pressure-slot, which is located on the side knob, is what you have to press to pop the latch out of the handle.

If your handle doesn't have this button the first step is to remove any cover plates that are positioned over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off of the handle. Some have a tiny slot in them that you can slide your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.

Then, unscrew the machine screws that attach the latch and the plate to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with a pointed tip in a safe location so that you can reuse them in the future. After the screws have been removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole and put it aside.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Install the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the aluminium door handle, and secure it using the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on the inside of the latch is facing the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers in the door handle. Then, push the exterior latch plate on and secure it using the provided screws.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons to replace the door handle is because it feels loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, for example a strike plate that's too short or moved up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This simple project will allow you to replace your existing strike plate with a longer, new one that can provide greater security and keep your door closed.

Apply a lipstick or another marking material on the bolt that you are using to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate's hole, this indicates that your door isn't latching because the strike plate is too small. If the mark is higher than the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.

It is possible to install the new strikeplate in place over the one you have already installed by using the screws supplied with it, based on the door. You may have to first drill holes and then chisel some wood out to ensure a tight fit. If this is the case, be careful to not be too rough with the chiseling process or you could damage the integrity of the doorjamb.

You could also try installing a new box strike plate, which provides the lock with a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically it requires two long screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll need to remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This strike plate is designed to be used with antique rim locks, and it's constructed of sturdy solid brass in an extremely thick. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, so you'll have the right hardware for your job. Make sure to note that the wood screws have a sharp edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.