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20 Fun Facts About Replacement Door Handles
How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are an essential part of your home's decor. A new handle can bring your home's decor up-to-date.

Over time your knobs for your doors can begin to feel stiff, or break. These are indicators that it's time to change the knobs. This guide will help you choose the right door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will enhance the appearance of your home and allow you to shut and open them. They are available in a variety of colors, finishes, and types to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or just need an upgrade, replacing them is relatively easy and can be accomplished in just a few steps.

You need to locate the spindle, or shaft, through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use an screwdriver to take out the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a tiny slot or hole that you can use to press a spring-activated detent pin with a flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism and lets you to pull or push the knob.

After you have gained access to the spindle or shaft, take off the door knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure you align it properly and test to see that the latch works correctly before tightening the new set screws.

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

Some prefer a smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware to create an elegant, modern look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic design which is great for rustic-styled rooms. If you have members of your household who have mobility issues You may want to consider choosing an rim lock or a lever style door knob, which require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics are traditionally the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are becoming more important as well. Accessibility and control of infections are key considerations in the creation of new designs for handles. For example some handles can be operated with an arm.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open can wear down over time. Switching out door handles repair near me www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk to make room for an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY project and it will make a significant difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you are using the latch may be a separate part or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. The process of removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle is equipped with what's called a "magic button". This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob is what you will have to press to pop the latch out of the handle.

If your handle does not have this magic button you will need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed with a screwdriver. Some have a small slot in them that you can slide your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off.

The next step is to remove the two machine screws that secure the latch and inner plate to the door handle. These are the screws that are shorter with a sharp point and you'll be required to keep them in a secure location to use them again in the next steps. Once these are off you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and place it in a safe place.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it with the hardware provided. Make sure the square pin that is on the interior of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers in the door handle. Then, push the outside latch plate onto the handle and secure it using the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle if it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is typically caused by malfunctioning parts of the latching system, for example the strike plate being too small or has moved up or downward on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will offer greater security for your door and keep it shut.

To check if the problem is due to the strike plate, apply some lipstick or similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate hole it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is higher than the strike plate hole, it's most likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.


You may be able simply to install the new strikeplate in the existing one using the screws that come with it, depending on your door. You may need to drill holes first and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a tight fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too deeply or you could 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 them. It usually requires two larger screws to anchor the strike plate in the door frame. To do this, you'll need to remove the existing strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to create space for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made from solid brass and has an extremely thick. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, so you'll have the correct equipment for your task. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed tip, and machine screws have a blunter tip.

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