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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles of your home are an important element of your design. A new handle can transform your space and bring your decor up to date.

Over time, your knobs on your doors may begin to feel stiff or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors can enhance the appearance of your house and allow you to shut and open them. They come in a wide range of colors, finishes and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade, [Redirect Only] you can replace them in a few easy steps.

The first thing you need to do is locate the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed to the Conservatory Door Handles. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can put the screwdriver with a small diameter to remove the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole through which you can use to press a spring-activated detent pin with flathead. When you press the pin and the latch mechanism opens, it releases and allows you to pull or push on the knob.

Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hands take the knob off and replace it. Align it correctly and check that the latch functions properly before tightening new set screws.

After you've replaced the knob, hold the rod for latching over the door's hole and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned, then tighten the screws on the latch plate.

Some people opt for the smooth or brushed finish for their victorian door handle hardware for a sleek, contemporary look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Some people prefer a rustic design that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might prefer the lever or rim lock that require less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being taken into consideration more and more in the design of door handles. Infection control and accessibility are two major issues that have led to the development of new and innovative designs for handles like those which can be operated by the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open can wear out from the wear and tear of use. Changing out the old latch to make room for a new handle can be a simple DIY job and can make a big difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use, the latch could be a separate component or a part of the knob. In either case, you'll need to follow the same process for removing and replacing. It's simple to take off the old latch, especially in the case of doors with a "magic" button. The button is located on the left side of the knob, this little pressure-slot is what you need to press to pull the latch out of the handle and off of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't have this magic 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 using a screwdriver in order to remove them off of the aluminium window handle. Some have a slot in which you can insert your screwdriver, whereas others just snap off.

The next step is to unscrew the two machine screws that hold the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. You'll need to keep the screws that are shorter and have sharp tips in a secure location to be able to reuse them later. After the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole and set it aside.

Now you can start on the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the provided hardware. Make sure that the square pin in the interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism of the handle and is aligned with the other screw holes in the handle. Then, push the outside latch plate onto the handle and secure it with the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons to replace upvc door handle the door handle is because it feels loose or doesn't lock properly. This is typically caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching system, such as a strike plate that is too short or has moved up or downward on the doorjamb with time. This project allows you to replace your old strikeplate with an extended one, which will provide better security for your door and will keep it closed.

To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply some 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 won't latch because the plate isn't long enough. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate is likely to have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

You might be able to screw the new strikeplate into the one you have already installed 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 perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful to not be too rough with the chiseling process or you'll damage the integrity of the doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new box strike plate, which gives the lock a much stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically it will require two longer screws that secure the strike plate to the door frame. To do this, you'll need to take off the existing strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one.

This difficult-to-find strike plate was specifically designed to work with antique rim locks and is made of sturdy solid brass in the heavy duty thickness. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, ensuring that you have the right hardware for the job. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed point, whereas machine screws are blunter.