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How to Replace Door Handles

upvc door handles replacement handles are a key part of the decor of your home. A new handle will bring your home's decor modern.

As time passes, your knobs on your doors may begin to feel stiff or even break. These are signs that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you select the best door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles can enhance the aesthetics of your house while making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They come in a variety of colors, finishes and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or require an upgrade it is possible to replace them in a few easy steps.

You'll need to find the shaft, or spindle, through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can put the screwdriver with a small diameter to remove the set screws holding the knob in place. Some have a small slot or hole that allows you to press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using a flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism and lets you pull or push the knob.

After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Be sure to align it properly and then check to ensure that the latch works correctly before tightening the new set screws.

After you've replaced the knob, hold the latch rod in position over the door's hole and interlock it with 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 a smooth or brushed metal finish for their door hardware to create modern, sleek design that matches other furnishings in their homes. Some people prefer a rustic look that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have a member of your family who has mobility issues, you might want to choose an rim or lever lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being looked at more and more when it comes to the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections are key considerations when it comes to developing new handle designs. For instance certain handles handle designs can be operated by the arm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open can wear down as time passes. Switching out the old latch to accommodate a new window handle repair can be a simple DIY job and will make a significant change in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on what kind of handle you choose the latch may be a separate piece or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. It's simple to take off the old latch, particularly if you have doors with a "magic" button. This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob, is what you need to press in order to pull the latch out of the double glazing window 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 circular or rectangular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a tiny slot in them that you can insert your screwdriver, whereas others snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that hold the latch and the plate to the door handle. These are the screws that are shorter with a sharp point You will need to keep these in a safe location to reuse them in later steps. After the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole and set it aside.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the victorian door handle and secure it using the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on 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 fix the exterior latch plate using the screws provided.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a Bifold Door Handle Replacement handle because it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is typically caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that is too short or has moved upwards or down on the doorjamb with time. This simple project will allow you to replace your existing strike plate with a longer, new one that will give you better security and will keep your door shut.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole, this means 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 has likely been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You might be able to screw the new strikeplate into place over the existing one by using the screws supplied with it, based on the door you have. But, you may have to pre-drill holes and then chisel out some of the wood to make sure it's a snug fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too much or you may ruin the integrity of your doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger hold on the doors and require more force to open the doors. It usually requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate to the door frame. You'll need remove the previous strike plate before drilling and chiseling 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 it's made from sturdy solid brass in an extremely thick. This kit comes with wood screws and machine screws so you can choose the right hardware for your requirements. Remember that wood screws have a pointed point, whereas machine screws are blunter.