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Door Handle Replacement

Door handles and hinges may seem like something minor however, if you don't like the appearance of the handles or are finding them difficult to use and use, you should consider replacing them. With some patience, you can put in the new handle in no time.

Modern door handles are usually equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws, giving them an attractive appearance. If your new handle doesn't have screws already connected, you'll need to attach them separately.

Removing the old Handle

Door handles are not only essential for aesthetics of your home, but they're essential for security as they let you lock and unlock your door. However, over time the door handle could lose its grip, appear loose, or appear old and worn out. This is a sign that it's probably time for a replacement window handle.

If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it may be time to replace it. This is a serious problem since you won't be in a position to lock or unlock the door which could put you and your family at risk.

Another reason to replace the door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A broken door handle can be quite dangerous, especially in the event that your children or senior family members struggle to open it, and get trapped within. It's a good thing that it's simple to fix a damaged door handle by replacing the handle that was broken.

Most modern door handles are standard size, so they will fit on any door. If you're not sure whether the new upvc door handles replacement handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will enable you to purchase the correct size door handle.

It is the easiest way to remove the door handle by removing it from the door. This is typically done with the screw driver. However, some door handles have an outer cover plate that hides the mounting screws, so you'll need to remove this cover plate to get access to the screws beneath. After removing the old upvc handle window, make a note of how the spindle is attached. This will aid in aligning the new handle.

You can also remove the door handle by depressing the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver for removing the door handle. But, you'll have to locate the tiny latch, which is located on the edge cut piece. After you have removed the latch, take off the handle and the strike plate. Then, remove the latch from the door's edge.

Take off the Strike Plate

When you replace your handle, you'll also want to replace the latch plate that holds the hole that the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The package the new handles come in will include two different latch plates - either a rectangular or a circular one (see the diagram above for the components of a door handle). If you have an old rectangular latch plate, swap it with a circular one. This will allow the latch to be able to hook into the strike plate and make the handle easier.

The first step is to unhook the screw that is holding the latch plate. The screws are often quite tight and require a bit of force to loosen them. It may be helpful to get a second person to assist in this area if it is possible.

After the screws have been removed, the latch plate will slide out of the door with ease. If it is stuck or doesn't move using a nail file to scrape around the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate up.

Now you can prepare the new strike plate to be installed. Attach the latch plate to the doorjamb using the wood screws that came with your new window handles. Do not tighten the screws too much as this can cause damage to the strike plate.

If you are not sure whether the latch plate is in the correct position, shut and then open the door to check whether it latches and closes properly. If it doesn't you'll need to adjust the strike plate upwards or down, or even forward or back until the door closes and latches correctly.

If the door is moving or jiggling, then it may be necessary to expand the hole for latching in the strike plate. This is more frequent for older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear hinge mortises that are not deep enough or are not sized correctly for the latch, or because of damaged or broken strike plate. If this is the case you can use a metal file instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate.

Take off the Latch

The latch is a curved metal piece that slides into and out of a hole in the inside of your door. The latch is pushed forward when you turn the handle. It also catches an opening in the door's frame so that the door stays closed. If your door shakes when you close, replacing the latch could be all that is needed to fix the problem.

The screws that hold the door latch are hard to spot however, you can use a screwdriver to make an insignificant hole on the trim plate, and then pull the latch off. Once you've removed the trim plate, it should be simple to remove the latch as well as the bolts that keep the latch and spindle in place.

If the latch doesn't easily release you can try using an old-fashioned paper clip or tool to free it from the handle mechanism. Place the item in the latch's slot that is recessed and gently twist or jiggle it until you feel the latch and handle begin to split. You may have to repeat this process several times before you can take the latch off.

After the old latch is removed, you should be able to move the new latch into the slot without any problems. Make sure the latch is positioned correctly in the slot and lined up with the screw chambers and then use your new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame.

Before installing the new handle, make sure to measure your current backset (the distance from the center of the large hole on the front surface of the door to the edge). Also, make sure whether the size of the latch on the new handle is a good match to this measurement.

You'll require a brand new cylinder for your lock if you're replacing the latch and handle or if your current one is damaged. If you are not changing locks the new lock should fit inside your existing recess and will work with your current keys. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates that match the handles you have.

Remove the cover plate

Door handles may begin to look shabby with time If you replace them with a contemporary lever-on-rose design, it's a simple and quick DIY project to decorate and will enhance the overall appearance of your home. You can purchase complete sets of door handles that come with the appropriate escutcheons and privacy adjustor kits.

To replace the door handle inside remove the cover plate (or rose) that covers the screws and inner mechanism. Look for an release tab on the plate and employ a flathead screwdriver pop it off the knob. It could have an opening on one edge or be secured by pins.

Remove the screw that holds the handle inside and put it aside after the cover plate is removed. You'll also want to take out the screws that hold the latch and the plates inside, which you can do by loosening them using a Philips screwdriver. Remove the plates that hold the inner plate and latch from the door. Place them aside.

Some doors don't have this gap. If it doesn't then you'll have to drill a hole in the door to accommodate the new handle. The process for doing this is similar to the procedure opening a door using a lock, but you'll need to take extra care not to harm the frame or door.

Installing new door knob screws is necessary after holes have been drilled. Be sure to purchase the same size as the previous ones, so that you don't end up with an handle that is either too tight or loose. You'll also have to install the new strike rod and latch plate that aren't part of the majority of door handle sets.

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