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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 elevate your space and bring your decor up to date.

Over time, your knobs on your doors may begin to feel stiff and even break. These are indicators that it's time to change them. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement door Handles for your home.

upvc door handle Knobs

The handles on your doors will improve the appearance of your house and make it easier to open and close them. They are available in a wide variety of finishes, colors, and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade, you can change them in just a few easy steps.

You need to locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that can be used with a screwdriver to remove the set screws that secure the handle. Some have a tiny slot or hole that you can use to press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using a flathead. When you press this pin it opens the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hand take the knob off and replace it. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure that the latch functions properly before tightening the set screws.

After you've replaced the knob, place the rod for latching over the hole in the door and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned and then thread in the screws on the latch plate and tighten them.

Some people opt for a smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Some prefer a rustic design that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you may prefer an rim or lever lock that requires less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being taken into consideration more and more in the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections are the main issues that have led to the development of innovative new handle designs, such as ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that keeps your door handle open is prone to wear and tear due to age and use. It is simple to replace the latch on your door handle. This will make huge differences in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of knob you are using the latch could be part of the knob itself or it could be an individual piece attached to the door itself. In any case, you'll follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. Getting the old latch out of its place is quite simple especially if the door handle for patio door has what is called a "magic button". This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob, is what you will have to press to remove the latch of the window handle repairs.

If your handle does not have this magic button you'll need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver to pry them off of the handle. Some have a small hole in them that you can put your screwdriver into, while others snap off.

Then, loosen the machine screws that attach the inner plate and latch to the door handle. You will need to store these screws with sharp tips in a safe location so that you can reuse them later. After these screws are removed you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and set it aside.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it with the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism of the handle and is aligned with the other screw holes in the handle. Then push the exterior latch plate on and secure it with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is not uncommon to replace a door handle because it feels loose, or doesn't lock properly. This is often caused by misaligned components in the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that's too small or shifted upwards or downwards on the doorjamb with time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will offer greater security for your door and will keep it shut.

To check if the problem is caused by the strike plate, apply some 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's hole, this indicates that your door isn't latching because the strike plate is too small. If the mark is above the strike hole on the plate, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have You may be able to simply attach the new strike plate into the existing one, using the screws included with it. You may need to first drill holes and then chisel some wood out to ensure a secure fit. If this is the case, you must be careful not to chisel too much or you may ruin the strength of your doorjamb.

Installing a new box-style strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger grip on the doors and require more force to open them. It usually requires two larger screws to anchor the strike plate in the frame of the door. To do this, you'll have to take off the existing strike plate, then drill and chisel away the wood to create space for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and comes with an extremely thick. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws, allowing you to select the appropriate hardware to suit your needs. Remember that wood screws have a pointed tip, while machine screws are more blunt.