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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles in your home are an important element of your decor. A new handle will elevate your space and bring your decor up to date.

Over time, your door knobs may become stiff, or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace them. This guide will help choose the best door handle Replacement Door handles for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles for internal bifold doors on your doors will enhance the appearance of your home and make it easier to open and close them. They are available in a range of colors, finishes, and types to complement your decor. If yours has begun to show signs or need an upgrade, you can change them in just a few simple steps.

You need to locate the shaft, or spindle, through which the knob is attached to the door. Some have a small hole that you can insert an incredibly small screwdriver to loosen the set screws holding the knob in place. Some have a thin slot, or hole, that allows you to press the spring-activated detent pin using a flathead. When you press this pin and the latch mechanism opens, it releases and allows you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft, in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure whether the latch works before tightening the set screws.

Once you've replaced the knob, place the rod for latching over the hole in the door and interlock it with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are lined up then thread the screws for the latch plate and tighten the screws.

Some people opt for a smooth or brushed metal finish for their door hardware to create a sleek, contemporary look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Some people prefer a rustic design that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have family members with mobility limitations You may be interested in a rim lock or lever style door knob that require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have traditionally been the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are becoming more important too. Infection control and accessibility are key issues that have led to the creation of new and innovative designs for upvc windows handles including ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open will wear down as time passes. Changing out the old latch to fit the new handle is an easy DIY task and it will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you use, the latch could be a separate component or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. It's simple to remove the old latch, especially when you have a door handle 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 window handle replacement and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't have this button the first step is to remove any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver in order to remove them off of the handle. Some have a small hole in them where you can insert your screwdriver, whereas others snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that hold the inner plate and latch to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp point and you'll have to store them in a secure location to use them again in the next steps. Once the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

You can now begin working on the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism in the handle and aligns with the screw holes on the other sides of the handle. Then push the exterior latch plate onto and secure it with the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons for replacing 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 a strike plate that's too small or shifted up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you to replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which can provide greater security for your door and will keep it closed.

Apply a lipstick or another marking material on the bolt that you are using to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is below your strike plate hole, it means that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is above or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate may have been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have, you may be able to screw the new strike plate in the door over the old one with the screws included with it. You may need to drill holes first and then chisel some wood out to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the situation make sure you don't be too rough with the chiseling process or you'll damage the strength of the doorjamb.

Installing a new box-style strike plate will give the sash lock door handles a more secure hold on the doors and require more force to open the doors. It typically requires two longer screws to secure the strike plate into the door frame. It is necessary to remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and has an extremely thick. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for the job. Be aware that the wood screws have a sharp edge, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.