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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles in your home are an essential part of the decor. A new handle will elevate your home's decor and bring your decor to the present.

doorpanels-300x200.jpg?As time passes, your doors' knobs can start to feel stiff or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you choose the best door handle Replacement Door Handles for your home.

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Door upvc window locking handles can enhance the appearance of your home while also making it easier for people to open and close doors. They are available in a wide range of colors, finishes and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or require an upgrade You can replace them in a few simple steps.

You need to locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that can be used with an screwdriver to take out the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot, or hole, that allows you to press the spring-activated detent pin using a flathead. The pin opens the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle or shaft, in your hand take the knob off and replace it. Be sure to align it correctly and check to ensure that the latch works correctly before tightening the new set screws.

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

Some people choose a brushed or smooth metal finish for the door hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary style. It will complement the furniture they have. Some people prefer a rustic style that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have someone in your family with mobility issues, you might prefer an rim or lever lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being considered more and more for the design of door replacement handles for upvc windows. Infection control and accessibility are the main issues that have led to the creation of new designs for handle window handles for upvc, such as ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open may wear out over time. Changing out the old latch to make room for a new handle can be an easy DIY task and will make a significant difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use the latch may be a separate part or an integral part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same process to remove and replace. It's simple to take off the old latch, especially in the case of doors with a "magic" button. This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob is what you will have to press to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle doesn't have this magic button the first step is to remove any cover plates that sit over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off of the handle. Some have a tiny slot in them where you can slide your screwdriver into, while others simply snap off.

Then, unscrew the machine screws that secure the latch and the plate to the door handle. These are the screws with a pointy tip and you'll have to store them in a safe place to reuse them in subsequent steps. After these screws are removed, you can take the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and put it away.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Place the latch plate in the door hole and secure it with the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin in the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism in the handle and aligns with the other screw holes in the handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate using the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle because it feels loose, or does not lock properly. This is often due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, for example the strike plate being too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb with time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will provide more security for your door and keep it shut.

To check if the problem is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole, it means that the door won't latch because the strike plate is too small. 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.

Depending on the door You may be able to install the new strike plate in the door over the old one with the screws included with it. You may have to drill holes first and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful not to chisel too hard or you'll cause damage to the integrity of your doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new strike plate, which will give the lock a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two longer screws to secure the strike plate to the door frame. You'll need remove the previous strike plate and 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 constructed of robust solid brass with the heavy duty thickness. This kit includes both wood screws as well as machine screws so you can pick the right hardware to suit your requirements. Be aware that the wood screws have a pointy edge, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.

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