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How to Replace Door Handles

The door white window handles that you have in your home are an important element of your decor. A new handle can elevate your space and bring your decor up-to-date.

Over time, your knobs for your doors can begin to feel stiff and even break. These are signs it's time to replace them. This guide will help you select the right door handle Replacement door handles for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will enhance the appearance of your house and allow you to open and close them. They come in a wide variety of finishes, colors and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or requires an upgrade it is possible to change them in just a few easy steps.

The first thing you need to find is the shaft or spindle through the knob's attachment to the door. Some have a small hole that you can insert a narrow screwdriver into to remove the set screws holding the handle in place. Some have a slot or hole that you can use a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated pin called a detent. This pin releases the latch mechanism, and lets you pull or push the knob.

After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle take off the door handle replacement knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure that the latch is working properly before tightening the set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod that is attached to the latch over the door's hole. Interlock it with the rod system on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned then thread the screws for the latch plate and tighten them.

Some people opt for a smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware for modern, sleek design that complements other furniture in their homes. Some prefer a rustic design that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might want to choose an rim or lever lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have traditionally been the most important factor in door handle design, other aspects are increasingly being considered as well. Accessibility and control of infections have been key issues in the development of new designs for handles. For example certain handles can be operated with the arm of a person.

Latch

The latch that keeps your door handle open can wear out from the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old aluminium window handles latch to make room for 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 what type of handle you are using the latch can be a separate part or a component of the knob. In either case, the same process to remove and install will apply. Removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle has what is known as a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob is the one you'll have to press to pop the latch out of the handle.

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

The next step is to remove the two machine screws that secure the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. You will need to store these shorter screws with a pointed tip in a secure location so that you can reuse them in the future. Once the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it with the provided hardware. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism inside the handle and aligns with the screw holes on the other sides of the handle. Then, secure the exterior latch plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons for replacing a door handle is because it feels loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually caused by malfunctioning parts of the latching system, such as the strike plate being too small or has moved upwards or downward on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will provide more security for your door and ensure it stays closed.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the latch bolt to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door, and then try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole this indicates that your door won't latch due to the fact that the strike plate is too small. If the mark is above the strike plate hole, it's most likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to screw the new strikeplate into the old one by using the screws supplied with it, depending on the door you have. You may have to drill holes first and then chisel the 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 integrity of the doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new box strike plate, which gives the lock a much more secure grip on the replacement upvc door handles and requires more force to open it. Typically it will require two longer screws that anchor the strike plate to the frame of the door. To do this, you'll have to take off the existing strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one.

This difficult-to-find strike plate is made from solid brass and has a thick, heavy-duty. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. This kit comes with wood screws as well as machine screws, allowing you to choose the right hardware for your requirements. Just remember that wood screws have a pointy edge, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.