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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are a crucial element of your home's decor. A new handle can transform your home and bring your decor up to date.

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

Door Knobs

The window handles for upvc on your doors will improve the appearance of your home and make it easier for you to shut and open them. They come in a variety of finishes, colors and styles that will complement your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or just need an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be done in a couple of steps.

The first thing you need to find is the spindle or shaft through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that can be used with an screwdriver to take out the set screws that secure the handle. Some have a small slot or hole where can be used with the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. The pin opens the latch mechanism, and lets you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure you align it properly and test to see that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws.

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

Some people opt for a smooth or brushed metal finish on their door hardware to create a sleek, contemporary look that complements other furniture in their homes. Some prefer a rustic design that works well with farmhouse-style rooms. If you have someone in your family with mobility issues, you might prefer a lever style or rim lock that requires less pressure to operate.

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

Latch

The latch that opens your door will wear out due to age and use. It is simple to change the latch on your door handle. This will make an enormous difference in the way it opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use, the latch could be a separate part or a component of the knob. In either scenario, the same procedure to remove and install will be used. Getting the old latch out of the way is relatively 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 need to press in order to pull the latch out of the handle.

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

The next step is to loosen the two machine screws that secure the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. It is important to keep these shorter screws with an angled tip in a safe location so that you can reuse them later. Once the screws are removed, you can take the latch plate and mechanism from the hole and set it aside.

You can now begin working on the new latch. Install the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the hardware provided. Make sure the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the double glazing window handle, and that it lines up with the other screw chambers inside the door window handle repairs. Then attach the latch's exterior plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons to replace a door handle is because it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is often caused by misaligned components in the latching mechanism, for example an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or shifted upwards or downwards on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which will offer more security for your door handle replacements and will keep it shut.

To check if the problem is due to the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material on the latch bolt. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate hole, it means that the door isn't latching because the plate is too short. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate has likely been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have You may be able to just install the new strike plate into the existing one with the screws included with it. You may need to drill holes first and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case make sure you don't cut too much wood or you may ruin the integrity of the doorjamb.

Installing a new box-style strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger grip on doors and will require more force to open the doors. It typically requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate into the door frame. You'll need remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This hard-to find strike plate is made of solid brass and has an extremely thick. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, ensuring that you have the correct hardware for your job. Make sure to note that wood screws have a sharp tip, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.