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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles of your home are an important part of the interior design. A new handle will bring your home's decor modern.

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

Door Knobs

Door handles enhance the appearance of your house while making it easier for people to open and close doors. They are available in a wide range of colors, finishes and styles that will complement your decor. If yours are starting to show signs of wear or just need an upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be completed in just a few steps.

The first thing 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 release the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a 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 lets you pull or push the knob.

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

Once you've replaced the knob, put the rod for latching over the hole in the door and interlock it with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned then tighten the screws for the latch plate.

Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a sleek and contemporary appearance. This will match their furniture. Some people prefer a rustic design that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have members of your household who are unable to move You might be interested in a rim lock or lever style door knob that require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have traditionally been the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are being taken into consideration too. Accessibility and infection control are key considerations in the creation of new designs for handles. For instance some handles can be operated with an arm.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open can wear out from age and use. Changing out the old latch to fit an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY project and it will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the kind of knob you have, the latch may be part of the knob itself or it might be an independent piece that is attached to the door. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and reinstalling will be used. It's simple to remove the old latch, especially if you have an entry handle that has a "magic" button. This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob, is the one you'll need to press in order to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle does not have this button, you will need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver. Some have slots where you can put your screwdriver. Other handles just snap off.

Then, loosen the machine screws that hold the latch and the plate to the sliding door handles handle. It is important to keep these shorter screws with a pointed tip in a secure location so that you can reuse them later. Once the screws are removed, you can take the latch plate as well as the mechanism from the hole and set it aside.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the provided hardware. Make sure that the square pin on the interior 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, secure the exterior latch plate using the screws provided.

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons for replacing a door double glazing window handle is because it feels loose or isn't locking properly. This is often due to incorrectly aligned parts in the latching mechanism, like an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you replace your old aluminium window handles strikeplate with a longer one, which can provide greater security for your door and keep it shut.

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 then try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate's hole, this indicates that your door won't latch because the plate is too short. If the mark is higher than the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to put the new strikeplate in place over the one you have already installed using the screws that come with it, based on your door. But, you may have to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel out some of the wood to make sure it's a snug fit. If this is the case, be careful not to chisel too hard or you'll cause damage to the integrity of your doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will give the lock a stronger grip on Bi-Fold Doors Handles and require more force to open the doors. It usually requires two longer screws to secure the strike plate into the frame of the door. To accomplish this, you'll need to remove the current strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made from solid brass and has an extremely thick. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for the job. Just remember that wood screws have a pointy edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.