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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles that you have in your home are an essential element of your design. A new handle can elevate your home's decor and bring your decor up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff or even break. These are signs that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement door handles for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles for double glazed doors on your doors will enhance the appearance of your home and make it easier to open and shut them. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors, and styles that will complement your decor. If yours has begun to show signs or need an upgrade it is possible to replace them in a couple of easy steps.

You must locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is attached to the sliding Patio door handle replacement. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a tiny slot or hole that allows you to press a spring-activated detent pin with a flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism and allows you pull or push the knob.

After you have ahold of the shaft or spindle, take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Align it correctly and check that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place 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 in alignment, then tighten the latch plate screws.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic look, which pairs well with rustic-styled rooms. If you have a member of your family with mobility issues, you may want to choose the lever or rim lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics are traditionally the most important factor in door handle design, other factors are becoming more important too. Accessibility and control of infections are the main issues that have led to the development of new and innovative designs for 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. Switching out the old latch to fit an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY project and will make a huge difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you are using the latch can be a separate part or an integral part of the knob. In either case, you'll need to follow the same process for removing and replacing. Getting the old latch out of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle is equipped with what's known as a "magic button". It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this small pressure-slot is what you need to press to take the latch out of the handle and off of the latching mechanism.

If your handle isn't equipped with this button, the first step is to remove any cover plates that sit over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed using a screwdriver in order to remove them off the handle. Some have a slot where you can place your screwdriver. Other replacement upvc window handles just snap off.

Next, you will want to unscrew the two machine screws that hold the latch and the plate to the door handle. It is important to keep the screws that are shorter and have a pointed tip in a secure location to be able to reuse them later. After the screws have been removed, you can take the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole and set it aside.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Place the latch plate in the door hole and secure it with the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism inside the handle and is aligned with the other screw holes in the handle. Then, push the exterior latch plate on and secure it with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a sliding patio door handle replacement handle if it is loose or isn't locking window handle properly. This is usually due to malfunctioning parts of the latching system, such as a strike plate that is too small or has moved upwards or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you to replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which can provide greater security for your door and ensure it stays closed.

Apply a lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is lower than the strike plate hole it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate is likely to have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

It is possible to screw the new strikeplate into the one you have already installed using the screws included with it, based on the door you have. You may need to first drill holes and then chisel some wood out to ensure a tight fit. If this is the situation make sure you don't be too rough with the chiseling process or you may ruin the strength of the doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will give the lock a stronger grip on doors and will require more force to open them. It typically requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate in the frame of the door. It is necessary remove the previous strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to create space for the new one.

This difficult-to-find strike plate is made of solid brass and has a thick, heavy-duty. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws, so you can choose the right hardware to suit your requirements. Just remember that the wood screws have a pointy tip, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.