How to Replace Door Handles

Door double glazing handles are a key part of the decor of your home. A new handle can bring your decor and space up-to-date.

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

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors can enhance the appearance of your house and make it easier to open and shut them. They come in a wide range of finishes, colors, and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning show signs of wear or simply require an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be completed in a few steps.

The first thing you have to do is locate the shaft or spindle through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that you can access with an screwdriver to take out the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole through which you can press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using a flathead. This pin lets go of 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 whether the latch works before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod of the latch over the hole in the door and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned then tighten the latch plate screws.

Some people opt for the smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it modern, sleek design that matches other furnishings in their homes. Some prefer a rustic style that works well with farmhouse-style rooms. If you have family members who have mobility issues You may want to consider choosing an rim lock or a lever style Sliding door handles knob, which require less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being looked at more and more when it comes to the design of upvc door handle replacement handles. Accessibility and infection control are key considerations in the development of new handle designs. For instance certain handles can be operated with a person's arm.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open will wear down over time. Changing out the old latch to fit the new upvc window handle replacement is a simple DIY job and it will make a huge difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you have the latch could be part of the knob itself or it could be an individual piece that is attached to the bifold door handle replacement itself. In either scenario, the same procedure to remove and install is applicable. It's easy to remove the old latch, particularly in the case of doors with a "magic" button. The tiny pressure-slot, which is located on the side knob is what you need to press in order to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle doesn't come with this button, you'll have to take off the cover plates placed over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed with a screwdriver. Some have slots where you can place your screwdriver, while others simply snap off.

Then, loosen the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp tip and you'll be required to keep them in a safe location to reuse them in later steps. After the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

Now you can start on the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the provided hardware. Make sure that the square pin in 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, push the outside latch plate onto the handle and secure it using the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons for replacing a door handle is because it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, for example a strike plate that's too small or has moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will provide better security for your door and will keep it closed.

To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is over the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have, you may be able to attach the new strike plate into place over the old one using the screws included with it. You may have to drill holes first and then chisel the wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful to not chisel out too much wood or you may ruin the integrity of the doorjamb.

Installing a brand new box-style strike plate will give the lock a more secure grip on doors and will require more force to open them. It typically requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate to the door frame. To do this, you'll need to remove the existing strike plate and then drill and chisel out the wood to make room for the new one.

This hard-to-find strike plate is designed to be used with antique rim locks, and is made of durable solid brass in the heavy duty thickness. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, ensuring that you have the right hardware for your job. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed point, and machine screws have a blunter tip.