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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are a key part of the decor of your home. A new handle can bring your decor and space up to date.

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 choose the appropriate replacement door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles add to the appearance of your house while making it easier for people to open and close doors. They come in a wide range 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 easy steps.

The first thing you need to find is the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use an screwdriver to take out the set screws that secure the handle. Others have a thin slot or hole that you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. This pin releases the latch mechanism, and lets you pull or push the knob.

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

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

Some people choose a brushed or smooth metal finish for the door hardware to give their home a modern and sleek appearance. This will match the furniture they have. Others prefer a more rustic design which is great for farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have a member of your family who has mobility issues, you may prefer a lever style or rim lock that requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are becoming more important as well. Accessibility and control of infections have been key issues in the creation of new designs for handles. For example certain handles can be operated with a person's arm.

Latch

The latch that opens your door will wear out due to age and use. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will result in an enormous difference in the way it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you are using, the latch could be a separate part or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same steps for removing and replacing. It's simple to take off the old latch, particularly in the case of an entry handle that has a "magic" button. This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob, is what you have to press to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle does not have this button, you'll have to take off the cover plates placed over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed using a screwdriver in order to remove them off the handle. Some have a small slot in them that you can insert your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.

Then, unscrew  upvc door handle www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk  that attach the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You will need to store these screws with an angled tip in a safe location to be able to reuse them in the future. After the screws have been removed, you can remove the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

You can now begin working on the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the hardware provided. Make sure the square pin on the inside of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the handle and that it is lined up with the other screw chambers inside the door handle. Then push the exterior latch plate on and secure it using the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle because it feels loose, or doesn't lock properly. This is typically caused by misaligned parts in the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that is too small or has moved up or downward on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which can provide greater security for your door and keep it closed.

To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply some lipstick or similar marking material to the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate's hole, it means that the door won't latch due to the fact that the strike plate is too small. If the mark is above or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate has likely been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

Depending on your door You may be able to simply attach the new strike plate in the door over the old one, using the screws included with it. However, you might need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel some of the wood to make sure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, be careful not to chisel too deeply or you could damage the integrity of your doorjamb.

You could also try installing a new strike plate, which provides the lock with a more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two larger screws to anchor the strike plate in the frame of the door. You'll have remove the old strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to create space for the new one.

This strike plate is made to work with antique rim locks, and is made of robust solid brass with a heavy duty thickness. This kit includes wood screws and machine screws so you can choose the right hardware for your needs. Be aware that wood screws have a pointy tip, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.