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How to Replace Door Handles

The door window handles in your home are an important part of the design. A new handle can transform your home's decor and bring your decor to the present.

Over time, your door knobs may become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you pick the right replacement door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The locking window handles on your doors can enhance the appearance of your house and make it easier for you to open and shut them. They come in a variety of finishes, colors and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade, you can change them in just a few simple steps.

The first thing you have to find is the spindle or shaft through the knob's attachment to the door. Some have a small hole that you can put a narrow screwdriver into to remove the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole in which you can use the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases and lets you pull or push on the knob.

After you have ahold of the spindle or shaft, take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Check whether the latch works before tightening new set screws.

Once you've replaced the knob, hold the rod of the latch over the hole in the door and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are lined up then thread the latch plate screws and tighten them.

Some people prefer an brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a sleek and contemporary appearance. It will complement the furniture they have. Some people prefer a rustic design that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have family members with mobility limitations You may be interested in an rim lock or a lever style door knob that require less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being considered more and more for the design of door double glazed window handles. Accessibility and infection control have been major considerations when it comes to developing new designs for window handles for upvc. For example some handles handle designs can be operated by an arm.

Latch

The latch that opens your door will wear out due to the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to accommodate an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY project and it can make a big difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on what kind of handle you choose, the latch could be a separate piece or a component of the knob. In either case, the same process for removing and installing is applicable. Removing the old latch of place is fairly easy particularly if your door handle is equipped with what's called a "magic button". Located on the side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is what you have to press to take the latch right 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. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed with the help of a screwdriver. Some have a small hole in them where you can insert your screwdriver, whereas others snap off.

The next step is to loosen the two machine screws holding the latch and the plate to the door handle. These are the shorter screws with a sharp tip and you'll be required to keep them in a secure location to reuse them in later steps. After the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

Now you can begin installing the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it with the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin on the interior of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers of the door handle. Then, push the outside latch plate onto and secure it with the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons for replacing a door handle is because it is loose or isn't locking window handle properly. This is often caused by misaligned components in the latching mechanism, like an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This easy project allows you to replace window handles your old strike plate with a new, longer one that will give you better security and ensure that your door stays shut.

Apply a lipstick or another marking material on the latch bolt to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it means that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is over the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

It is possible to put the new strikeplate in place over the one you have already installed by using the screws supplied with it, depending on the door. However, you may need to drill holes first, and then chisel a bit of the wood to ensure it's snugly fitted. If this is the situation Be careful not to chisel out too much wood or you could damage the strength of the doorjamb.

Installing a brand new box-style strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger grip on doors and will require more force to open the doors. It usually requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate into the frame of the door. To do this, you'll have to remove the existing strike plate and then drill and chisel away the wood to create space for the new one.

This strike plate is designed to be used with antique rim locks and it's constructed of durable solid brass in a heavy duty thickness. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for your job. Make sure to note that wood screws have a sharp tip, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.