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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles of your home are an essential element of your decor. A new handle will bring your home's decor and interior modern.

Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff or even break. These are signs it's time to replace them. This guide will help you choose the right replacement door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will improve the look of your home 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 of wear or requires an upgrade, you can change them in just a few simple steps.

You need to locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is attached to the repair door handle upvc door lock handle repair handle (visit the up coming post). Some have a tiny 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 you can use to press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using a flathead. The pin opens the latch mechanism, and lets you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hands, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure to align it properly and check to ensure that the latch works properly before tightening the new set screws.

After you've replaced the knob, put the rod of the latch over the hole in the door and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned then tighten the screws for the latch plate.

Some people choose an brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a modern and sleek look. This will match their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic design that is a good match for rustic-styled rooms. If you have family members who have mobility issues You may want to consider choosing a rim lock or lever style door knob that require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have traditionally been the primary consideration for door handle design, other factors are becoming more important as well. Accessibility and control of infections have been key issues in the creation of new handle designs. For example, some can be operated with the arm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open can wear down as time passes. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will result in huge differences in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you have depending on the type of handle you have, the latch may be a 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 is applicable. Getting the old latch out of its place is quite simple especially if the door handle is equipped with what's known as a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob is what you will have to press to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle does not have this magic button you'll need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver. Some have a slot in which you can put your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off.

Then, unscrew the machine screws that hold the latch and the plate to the double glazing door handle repairs handle. These are the screws that are shorter with a pointy tip You will have to store them in a safe location to use them again in the next steps. Once these are off you can pull the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole 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 on the inside of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers inside the door handle. Then, secure the exterior latch plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons to replace the door handle is that it feels loose or doesn't lock properly. This is often due to misaligned components in the latching mechanism, like the strike plate being too small or shifted up or down on the doorjamb with time. This easy project allows you to replace your existing strike plate with a new, larger one that will provide better security and keep your door closed.

To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or a similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door will not latch. If the mark is above the strike plate hole, it's most likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to screw the new strikeplate into the one you have already installed using the screws that come with it, depending on your door. But, you may have to pre-drill holes and then chisel some of the wood to ensure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too much or you may damage the strength of your doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new box strike plate that will give the lock a stronger grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two larger screws to fix the strike plate in the frame of the door. It is necessary to 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 of solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws, allowing you to pick the right hardware for your requirements. Remember that wood screws have a pointed tip whereas machine screws are blunter.