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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles in your home are an essential element of your interior design. A new handle can transform your home's decor and bring your decor up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff, or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles enhance the look of your home while also making it easier for people to open and close doors. They come in a variety of finishes, colors and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or simply require an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be done in a couple of steps.

The first thing you have to find is the spindle or shaft through which the knob is attached to the door. Some have a small hole that you can put a narrow screwdriver into to remove the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole in which you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated pin called a detent. This pin releases the latch mechanism and lets you to pull or push the knob.

After you have ahold of the shaft or spindle, take off the door knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure you align it properly and test to see that the latch functions properly before tightening your new set screws.

After replacing the knob, put the rod for the latch into the hole on the door. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned then tighten the screws on the latch plate.

Some people prefer an brushed or smooth metal finish for the external door Handles Euro lock hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary look. This will match their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic design that is a good match for rustic-styled rooms. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might prefer a lever style or rim lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Infection control and accessibility are key issues that have led to the development of new and innovative designs for handles including ones that can be operated using the forearms of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open will wear down as time passes. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will result in a big difference in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you are using the latch may be a separate part or a part of the knob. In either case, you'll need to follow the same steps for removing and replacing. Getting the old latch out of its place is quite simple especially if the door handle is equipped with what's called a "magic button". The tiny pressure-slot, which is located on the side knob is the one you'll have to press to pull the latch out of the handle.

If your handle does not have this button, you'll have to take off the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed using the help of a screwdriver. Some have slots where you can place your screwdriver. Other handles simply snap off.

Then, unscrew the machine screws that secure the latch and the plate to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with sharp tips in a secure location so that you can reuse them later. Once the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

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

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons to replace the door handle is that it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is often due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that's too small or shifted up or down on the doorjamb with time. This easy project allows you to replace your old upvc window handles strike plate with a new, longer one that can provide greater security and ensure that your door stays shut.

To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material to the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate hole this indicates that your bifold door handle replacement isn't latching because the plate is too short. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate is likely to have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

You might be able to install the new strikeplate in the one you have already installed using the screws that come with it, depending on the door you have. You may need to first drill holes and then chisel the wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful to not chisel out too much wood or you'll damage the strength of the doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new strike plate, which gives the lock a much stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically, it requires two longer screws that secure the strike plate to the door frame. To accomplish this, you'll need to take off the existing strike plate, then drill and chisel out the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, ensuring that you have the correct equipment for your task. Be aware that wood screws have a sharp edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.