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How to Replace Door Handles
Door handles are an essential element of your home's decor. A new handle will bring your home's decor modern.
Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff or even break. These are indicators that it's time to change them. This guide will help you choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.
Door Knobs
Door handles enhance the look of your home while also making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a range of colors, finishes, and types to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or simply require an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be done in just a few steps.
The first thing to find is the shaft or spindle through which the knob is attached to the door. Some have a tiny hole that you can insert the screwdriver with a small diameter to remove the set screws holding the handle in place. Some have a small slot, or hole, that allows you to press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using a flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism, and lets you 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. Make sure to align it properly and then test to see that the latch works properly before tightening the new set screws.
After replacing the knob, you can place the latch rod over the door's hole. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned, then tighten the screws for the latch plate.
Some people opt for a smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic look that is a good match for farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you might prefer a lever style or rim 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 infection control have been major considerations in the creation of new handle designs. For example, some handle designs can be operated by an arm.
Latch
The latch that holds the handle of your door open may wear out as time passes. Switching out the old latch to make room for the new handle is an easy DIY task and it will make a significant difference in how your door opens and closes.
Depending on the type of handle you are using the latch may be a separate piece or a part of the knob. In either case, you'll need to follow the same process to remove and replace. Removing the old latch of place is fairly easy particularly if your door handle has what is called a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob, is what you need to press in order to pop the latch out of the handle.
If your handle doesn't have this magic button you'll have to take off the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed using the help of a screwdriver. Some have a small slot in them that you can slide your screwdriver into, while others simply snap off.
Then, loosen the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. It is important to keep the screws that are shorter and have sharp tips in a safe place to be able to reuse them in the future. Once these are off you can pull the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and put it away.
upvc door handle replacement can now begin working on the new latch. Place the latch plate in the door hole and secure it with the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism of the handle and is aligned with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then attach the latch's exterior plate using the screws supplied.
Strike Plate
It is typical to replace a door handle if it feels loose, or does not lock properly. This is typically caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching system, for example a striking plate that's either too short or has moved up or down on the doorjamb over time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with an extended one, which can provide greater security for your door and will keep it shut.
To check if the problem is due to 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 located below the strike plate hole, it means that the door won't latch because the plate is too short. If the mark is above the strike hole on the plate, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.
You might be able to put the new strikeplate in place over the existing one using the screws included with it, based on the door. You may have to drill holes first and then chisel some wood out to ensure a tight fit. If this is the situation make sure you don't cut too much wood or you could damage the strength of the doorjamb.
Installing a new box-style strike plate will give the lock a stronger hold on the doors and will require more force to open the doors. Typically it requires two long screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll have remove the old strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to create space for the new one.
This difficult-to-find strike plate is made from solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. This kit comes with wood screws and machine screws so you can select the appropriate hardware to suit your requirements. Make sure to note that the wood screws have a pointy tip, while the machine ones are more blunt.