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How to Replace Door Handles

The door window handles of your home are an essential part of the design. A new handle will bring your home's decor and interior up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff, or even break. These are signs it's time to replace them. This guide will help you pick the correct door handle replacement upvc window handles; review, for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles add to the aesthetics of your home, while making it easier for people to open and close doors. They come in a wide range of colors, finishes and styles that will complement your decor. If yours has begun to show signs or need an upgrade You can replace them in a couple of easy steps.

The first thing you have to do is locate the spindle or shaft through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that you can access with a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a slot or hole where you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. 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 you align it properly and then test to see that the latch is working properly before tightening your new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod for the latch into the hole on the door. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned, then tighten the screws for the latch plate.

Some prefer a smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware for a sleek, contemporary look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Some people prefer a rustic design that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have members of your household who have mobility issues, you may think about an rim lock or a lever style door knob that require less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being looked at more and more when it comes to the design of door handles. Accessibility and infection control have been key issues in the creation of new designs for changing window handles. For example certain handles can be operated using a person's arm.

Latch

The latch that opens your door is prone to wear and tear due to the wear and tear of use. It is simple to change the latch on your door handle. This will make a big difference in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you have, the latch may be a part of the knob itself or it might be an independent piece attached to the door itself. In either case, you'll need to follow the same procedure to remove and replace. The process of removing the old latch of its place is quite simple especially if the 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 pull the latch out of the handle and off of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't 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 by using a screwdriver in order to remove them off the handle. Some have a tiny slot in them that you can put your screwdriver through, while others snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You'll need to keep these screws with an angled tip in a safe location so that you can reuse them in the future. Once these are off you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and put it away.

Now you can begin installing the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin on interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism inside the handle and aligns with the other screw holes in the handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate using the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle because it feels loose, or doesn't lock properly. This is often due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that's too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb with time. This easy project allows you to replace your old strike plate with a new, longer one that will provide better security and will keep your door shut.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole it means that the door won't latch because the plate is too short. If the mark is over the strike hole on the plate, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down the doorjamb.

You might be able to put the new strikeplate in place over the existing one using the screws included with it, based on your door. You may need to first drill holes and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a secure fit. If this is the case Be careful not to be too rough with the chiseling process or you could damage the strength of the doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will give the sash lock door handles a stronger grip on doors and will require more force to open them. It usually requires two larger screws to secure the strike plate in the door frame. You'll need remove the previous strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.

This strike plate is designed to be used with rim locks from the past, and it's made from durable solid brass in a heavy duty thickness. This kit comes with wood screws and machine screws, so you can pick the right hardware to suit your requirements. Just remember that the wood screws have a sharp tip, while the machine screws are more blunt.