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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are a crucial element of your home's decor. A new handle can elevate your space and bring your decor to the present.

As time passes, your knobs for your doors can begin to feel stiff and even break. These are signs it's time to replace them. This guide will help you pick the appropriate Replacement door handles door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles enhance the aesthetics of your home while also making it easier for people to open and close doors. They are available in a range of finishes, colors and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning appear worn or you just want to upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be completed in just a few steps.

You need to locate the spindle, or shaft, through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that you can use a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole that you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases and allows you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have access to the shaft or spindle, remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Check that the latch is working properly before tightening the new set screws.

Once you've replaced the knob, put the rod of the latch over the door's hole and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are in alignment, then tighten the latch plate screws.

Some prefer a smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it an elegant, modern look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Some prefer a rustic look that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have members of your household who have mobility issues, you may think about a rim lock or lever-style door knobs, which require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the primary consideration for double glazing door handles handle design, other aspects are being taken into consideration as well. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the development of new and innovative designs for handles, such as ones which can be operated by the forearms of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open will wear out due to the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to make room for an entirely new window handle upvc can be a simple DIY job and it can make a big difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the kind of handle you have the latch could be a part of the knob itself or it could be an independent piece attached to the door. In any case, you'll follow the same procedure to remove and replace. The process of removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple, especially if your door handle has what is known as a "magic button". The tiny pressure-slot, which is located on the side knob, is what you have to press to pull the latch out of the handle.

If your handle doesn't come with this button, you will 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 in order to remove them off of the handle. Some have a slot where you can insert your screwdriver, while others simply snap off.

Then, unscrew the machine screws that secure the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with a pointed tip in a safe location so that you can reuse them in the future. Once the screws are removed you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and set it aside.

You can now begin working on the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using 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 onto the handle and secure it with the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

It is typical to replace a door handle because it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually caused by malfunctioning parts of the latching system, such as the strike plate being too short or has moved upwards or down on the doorjamb with time. This easy project allows you to replace window handle your existing strike plate with a new, longer one that will provide better security and keep your door closed.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate hole this means that your door isn't latching because the plate isn't long enough. If the mark is higher than 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 depending on the door, you might be able to just screw the new strike plate in the door over the old one using the screws that come with it. However, you might need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel out some of the wood to ensure it's snugly fitted. If this is the situation make sure you don't chisel out too much wood or you could damage the integrity of the doorjamb.

Installing a brand new box-style strike plate will give the lock a more secure grip on the doors and will require more force to open the doors. Typically it requires two long screws that anchor the strike plate to the door frame. To do this, you'll need to remove the current strike plate and then drill and chisel away the wood to make space for the new one.

This strike plate is specifically designed to work with rim locks from the past, and it's made from robust solid brass with the heavy duty thickness. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for your job. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed tip, and machine screws have a blunter tip.