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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles of your home are an essential part of the design. A new handle can transform your home's decor and bring your decor up-to-date.

Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff, or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you choose the best door double glazing handle upvc replacement window handles for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will enhance the appearance of your house and make it easier to shut and open them. They are available in a range of finishes, colors, and styles to match your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade it is possible to change them in just a few simple steps.

The first thing you have to find is the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that you can use an screwdriver to take out the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a thin slot or hole that you can press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using flathead. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases 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 it is aligned correctly and ensure whether the latch works before tightening new set screws.

After replacing the knob, you can place the rod that is attached to the latch over the hole on the door. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned, then thread in the latch plate screws and tighten them.

Some people opt for the smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to create a sleek, contemporary look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Some prefer a rustic style that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have one of your family members with mobility issues, you might prefer the lever or rim lock that requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the most important factor in door window handle repair design, other aspects are increasingly being considered as well. Accessibility and control of infections are two major issues that have led to the development of new designs for handle handles like those that can be operated using the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that opens your sliding door handles can wear out from the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to fit the new handle is an easy DIY project and will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of knob you are using the latch could be part of the knob itself, or it could be an individual piece that is attached to the door. In either case, the same process for removing and reinstalling will apply. Removing the old latch of place is fairly easy particularly if your door handle has what is called a "magic button". It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this little pressure-slot is what you need to press to take the latch right out of the handle and off of the latching mechanism.

If your handle does not have this magic 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 to pull them off of the handle. Some have a slot where you can put your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off.

Next, you will want to unscrew the two machine screws that secure the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. These are the shorter screws with a sharp tip You will need to keep these in a secure location to use them again in the next steps. Once these are off you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and place it in a safe place.

You can now begin working on the new latch. Place the latch plate in the door hole and secure it using the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin in the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism in the handle and is aligned with the screw holes on the other sides of the handle. Then attach the latch's exterior plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle if it is loose or does not lock properly. This is often caused by malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, such as an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or shifted up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you to replace your old strikeplate with an extended one, which can provide greater security for your door and will keep it closed.

Apply a lipstick or other marking material on the bolt that you are using to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole, this indicates that your door won't latch due to the fact that the strike plate is too small. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate may have been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to install the new strikeplate in place over the one you have already installed using the screws that come with it, based on the door you have. It is possible that you will need to drill holes first and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a secure fit. If this is the situation make sure you don't be too rough with the chiseling process or you'll damage the integrity of the doorjamb.

Installing a brand new box-style strike plate will give the lock a more secure grip on doors and require more force to open them. Typically it requires two long screws to secure the strike plate to the door frame. You'll need remove the previous strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one.

This strike plate is made to work with antique rim locks, and it's made from sturdy solid brass in an extremely thick. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, ensuring that you have the right equipment for your task. Just remember that wood screws have a sharp tip, while the machine screws are more blunt.