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How to Replace Door Handles

The door double glazed window handles that you have in your home are an important part of the interior design. A new handle can transform your home's decor and bring your decor up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff or even break. These are signs that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you pick the appropriate Replacement door Handles door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

Door replacement upvc window handles can enhance the appearance of your house while making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors and styles to match your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or just need an upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be completed in a few steps.

You'll need to find the shaft, or spindle, through which the knob is inserted to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that you can access with a screwdriver to remove the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a thin slot or hole through which allows you to 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 spindle or shaft, take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure whether the latch works before tightening the set screws.

Once you've replaced the knob, place the latch rod in position over the hole in the door and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned then tighten the screws on the latch plate.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish on their external door handles hardware to create an elegant, modern look that complements other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic style which is great for farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have members of your household who have mobility issues, you may want to consider choosing the rim lock or lever-style door knobs, 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 too. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the development of new and innovative designs for handles like those which can be operated by the forearms of a person.

Latch

The latch that keeps your door handle open is prone to wear and tear due to the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to fit a new handle can be an easy DIY project and will make a huge change in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use the latch can be a separate part or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. It's simple to remove the old latch, particularly when you have a door handle with a "magic" button. The tiny pressure-slot, which is located on the side knob, is the one you'll need to press in order to pop the latch out of the handle.

If your handle does not have this button, the first step is to remove any cover plates that sit over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver in order to remove them off the handle. Some have slots where you can insert your screwdriver, while others just snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that secure the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with a pointed tip in a secure location to be able to reuse them later. After these screws are removed you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and place it in a safe place.

Now you can start on the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin on the interior of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers in the door handle. Then, push the exterior latch plate onto and secure it with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace upvc door handle a door handle because it feels loose, or isn't locking properly. This is often caused by malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, like the strike plate being too small or has moved up or down 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 will keep it closed.

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 try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole this indicates that your euro door handles won't latch because the plate isn't long enough. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate is likely to have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have, you may be able to simply install the new strike plate into the door over the old one with the screws included with it. But, you may have to pre-drill holes and then chisel a bit of the wood to make sure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, be careful not to chisel too hard or you'll damage the strength of your doorjamb.

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

This hard-to-find strike plate is designed to be used with antique rim locks and it's made from durable solid brass in a heavy duty thickness. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws, so you can choose the right hardware for your needs. Just remember that the wood screws have a pointy tip, while the machine screws are more blunt.