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How to Replace Door Handles

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

Over time, your doors' knobs can start to feel stiff and even break. These are signs that it's time to replace them. This guide will help choose the right door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles enhance the look of your home, while making it easier for people to open and close doors. They are available in a wide variety of finishes, colors and styles to complement your decor. If yours have started to show signs or need an upgrade, you can replace them in a couple of simple steps.

The first thing you need to do is locate the spindle or shaft through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some have a small hole that you can put the screwdriver with a small diameter to remove the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a small slot or hole that can be used with a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. This pin lets go of the latch mechanism and allows you pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure whether the latch works before tightening new set screws.

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

Some people opt for a 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. Others prefer a more rustic style, which pairs well with farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have members of your household who are unable to move You might be interested in a rim lock or lever knobs for doors, which require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the primary consideration for door handle design, other aspects are becoming more important as well. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the creation of new and innovative designs for handles including ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.

Latch





The latch that holds the door handle open will wear down as time passes. The replacement of the latch to make room for a new handle can be a simple DIY job and it can make a big difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of knob you have, the latch may be part of the knob or it could be an individual piece that is attached to the door itself. In either case, the same process to remove and install is applicable. It's simple to take off the old latch, especially when you have an entry handle that has a "magic" button. It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is what you have to press to pop the latch out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't have this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver in order to remove them off the handle. Some have a slot in which you can put your screwdriver, while others just snap off.

The next step is to loosen the two machine screws that hold the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp tip - you will have to store them in a safe place to use them again in the next steps. Once the screws are removed you can pull the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and set it aside.

Now you can start on the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it with the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin that is on the interior of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers inside the door handle. Then push the exterior latch plate on and secure it with the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons to replace the door handle is that it is loose or doesn't lock properly. upvc door handle replacement farnborough repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk is usually caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching system, such as a strike plate that is too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which can provide more security for your door and ensure it stays closed.

To check if the problem is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material on the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate hole, this indicates that your door isn't latching because the plate is too short. If the mark is higher than the strike plate hole, it's most likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down the doorjamb.

Depending on the door depending on the door, you might be able to simply attach the new strike plate into the existing one, using the screws that come with it. You may have to first drill holes and then chisel the wood to ensure a secure fit. If this is the case Be careful not to chisel out too much wood or you could damage the strength of the doorjamb.

You can also consider installing a new strike plate, which will give the lock a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically it requires two long screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll need to remove the old strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made from solid brass and has a thick, heavy-duty. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, ensuring that you have the correct equipment for your task. Just remember that wood screws have a pointy edge, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.