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7 Effective Tips To Make The Most Out Of Your Door Handle Replacement
Door Handle Replacement

Door handles appear to be something minor, but if you dislike the style or design of them, or find them difficult to use then it's time to replace them. Installing the new handle on your door is easy if you have patience.

Most modern door handles have cover plates that conceal the screws for an attractive appearance. However, you'll have to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't already have them.

Take off the handle from the old one.

The door handle is not only a decorative addition to your home it also serves as a safety feature that allows you to lock and unlock the door. But, over time the door handle could lose its grip, appear loose, or appear old and worn. This is a sign that it's time to replace the door handle.

If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it might be time to replace it. This is a serious problem because you won't be in a position to lock or unlock the door, which could put you and your family at risk.

Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A broken door handle can be extremely dangerous, particularly in the event that your children or senior family members are unable to open it and could get trapped in the. It's a good thing that it's easy to fix a broken door handle by simply replacing the old one.

Most modern door handles are a standard size and therefore will fit on any door. If you aren't certain that your new door handle will work, take off the old one and measure its housing holes. This will help you buy the correct sized door handle.

The most straightforward method to remove the handle from your door is to unscrew it from the door itself. This is typically done with the screw driver. However, some door handles have a cover plate that conceals the mounting screws so you'll need to remove this cover plate to get access to the screws underneath. After you have removed the handle that was previously used, take note of how the spindle is attached. This will aid in aligning the new handle.

You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. This is typically done with a screwdriver but you'll need to find the small latch, which should be on the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you'll need to remove the handle from the strike plate and then the latch away from the door's edge.

Removal of the Strike Plate

You'll need to replace the latch plate after replacing the handle. This is the plate that is the one that holds the hole in which the door's latch hooks in when the door closes. The new handles will come with two latch plates which are a circular and a rectangular plate (see the above diagram which shows the various parts of the door handle). If your current latch plate is a rectangular shape, switch it to a round one so that the latch hooks into the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle easier to use.

The first step is to unhook the screw holding the old latch plate. The screws are often quite tight and require a lot of force to loosen them. It might be beneficial to have a second person assist with this task if you can.

The latch plate should come out of the door after the screws have been removed. If it's stuck or won't move using a nail file to scrape the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate.

Now you can prepare the new strike plate to be installed. Install the latch plate in the doorjamb using the wood screws that were included with your new handles. Be cautious not to tighten too much the screws, as this could cause damage to the strike plate.

If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the proper position, try closing and then opening the door to see if it closes and latches correctly. If it doesn't you'll need to adjust the strike plate up or down, or even forward or back until the door closes and latches correctly.

If the door is still moving or jiggles, you may have to enlarge your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more common for older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear hinge mortises that are not deep enough or the wrong size for the latch, or due to damage or a broken strike plate that is damaged or broken. If this is the situation, follow the same procedure as adjusting the strike plate, using an iron file instead of the hammer and chisel.

Removal of the Latch


The latch is the metal piece that is angled that moves through the hole in the inner edge of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes this latch forward and allows you to open the door. It also hooks into an opening in the door frame to keep the door shut. If your door wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch might be the only thing needed to correct the issue.

door handle repair to identify the screws that hold the latch to the door, however there's usually a small slot on the trim plate that lets you to insert a screwdriver into the slot and pry it off. After taking off the trim plate you should be able to take off the latch, as well as the bolts that hold it, as well as the spindle in position.

If the latch doesn't easily release, try using a paper clip or a tool to release it from the handle mechanism. Place the item into the recessed latch slot and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel the handle and latch begin to split. You may need to repeat this several times before the latch becomes loose enough to let it out.

It should be possible to slide the new latch into its slot without issues after you've removed the old one. Make sure that the latch is positioned correctly in the slot and lined up with the screw chambers, and then use your new screws to secure it to the strike plate and door frame.

Before you install the new handle, be certain to measure your existing backset (the distance from the center of the big hole on the front of the door to the edge). Also, ensure whether the size of the latch on the new handle is in line with this measurement.

If you are replacing the latch or handle or handle, or if the old lock cylinder is damaged, then you will need an entirely new one. If you're not changing locks, a new lock should fit into your existing recess, and will work with the keys you have already. Make sure you select a latch with a rectangular cover plate that match the handles you have.

Remove the cover plate

You can replace your door handles with a modern rose and lever designs to improve the look of your home. You can buy complete sets that include the appropriate escutcheons and privacy adjustor kits.

The first step in replacing an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and the mechanism within. Use replacement door handles for upvc doors to remove the cover plate. It could have a slot along one edge or be secured by pins.

Remove the screw holding the interior handle and set it aside once the cover plate is removed. Remove the screws that secure both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them using a Philips Screwdriver. Then, you can remove the outer plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside.

Most doors have an opening between the jamb of the door and the inside edge of the frame, which allows for a handle, however not all do. If it doesn't then you'll have to drill a hole into the door to install the new handle. This is the same procedure as opening a door locked however, you'll have to be extra careful not to harm the frame or door.

Installing new screws for the door knob is necessary after holes have been drilled. Make sure to buy the same size as the previous ones, so that you won't have an handle that is either too tight or loose. Installing a new strike rod and latch is also required. These are not included in all door handle sets.

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