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How to Replace Door Handles
Door handles are a crucial element of your home's decor. A new handle will bring your decor and space up-to-date.
Over time your knobs on your doors may begin to feel stiff, or break. These are indicators that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you select the right door handle replacement for your home.
Door Knobs
Door handles add to the aesthetics of your home while also making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors, and styles that will complement your decor. If yours is beginning appear worn or you just want to upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be done in a couple of steps.
You need to locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can insert an incredibly small screwdriver to release the set screws that hold the knob in place. Others have a thin slot or hole in which can be used with a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. When you press this pin it opens the latch mechanism and lets you pull or push on the knob.
Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure that the latch is working properly before tightening the new set screws.
After you've replaced the knob, place the rod for latching over the hole in the door and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned then tighten the screws on the latch plate.
Some people opt for the smooth or brushed finish for their patio door handle replacement hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic design, which pairs well with farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you might prefer the lever or rim lock that requires less pressure to operate.
Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door locking window handles. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the development of new designs for handle handles, such as ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.
Latch
The latch that opens your door is prone to wear and tear due to the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to fit an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY task and it will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.
Depending on the type of handle you are using the latch can be a separate part or an integral part of the knob. In either case, the same process to remove and install will apply. The process of removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple, especially if your door handle is equipped with what's known as a "magic button". Located on the side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is what you need to press to take the latch out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.
If your handle does not have this magic button you will need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a small hole inside that you can slide your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.
Then, unscrew the machine screws that secure the inner plate and latch to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with sharp tips in a secure location in order to reuse them in the future. Once the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole and put it aside.
Then you can begin to install the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it with the hardware supplied. Make sure that 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, secure the exterior latch plate using the screws supplied.
Strike Plate
One of the most frequent reasons for replacing a door handle is because it feels loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually caused by misaligned parts in the latching system, such as a striking plate that's either too small or has moved upwards or downward on the doorjamb over time. This easy project allows you to replace your old strike plate with a longer, new one that will provide better security and will keep your door shut.
To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply some lipstick or similar marking material on the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door, and then try to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the victorian door handle will not latch. 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 depending on the door, you might be able to just screw the new strike plate in the victorian door handle over the old one using the screws that come with it. You may have to drill holes first and then chisel some wood out to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too deeply or you could ruin the strength of your doorjamb.
Installing a new style box strike plate will give the lock a stronger grip on the doors and will require more force to open them. Typically it will require two longer screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll have remove the previous strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.
This strike plate is specifically designed to work with rim locks from the past, and is made of robust solid brass with an extremely thick. It comes with both wood screws and machine screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for your job. Just remember that wood screws have a pointy edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.
Door handles are a crucial element of your home's decor. A new handle will bring your decor and space up-to-date.
Over time your knobs on your doors may begin to feel stiff, or break. These are indicators that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you select the right door handle replacement for your home.
Door Knobs
Door handles add to the aesthetics of your home while also making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors, and styles that will complement your decor. If yours is beginning appear worn or you just want to upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be done in a couple of steps.
You need to locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can insert an incredibly small screwdriver to release the set screws that hold the knob in place. Others have a thin slot or hole in which can be used with a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. When you press this pin it opens the latch mechanism and lets you pull or push on the knob.
Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure that the latch is working properly before tightening the new set screws.
After you've replaced the knob, place the rod for latching over the hole in the door and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned then tighten the screws on the latch plate.
Some people opt for the smooth or brushed finish for their patio door handle replacement hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic design, which pairs well with farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you might prefer the lever or rim lock that requires less pressure to operate.
Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door locking window handles. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the development of new designs for handle handles, such as ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.
Latch
The latch that opens your door is prone to wear and tear due to the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to fit an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY task and it will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.
Depending on the type of handle you are using the latch can be a separate part or an integral part of the knob. In either case, the same process to remove and install will apply. The process of removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple, especially if your door handle is equipped with what's known as a "magic button". Located on the side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is what you need to press to take the latch out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.
If your handle does not have this magic button you will need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a small hole inside that you can slide your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.
Then, unscrew the machine screws that secure the inner plate and latch to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with sharp tips in a secure location in order to reuse them in the future. Once the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole and put it aside.
Then you can begin to install the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it with the hardware supplied. Make sure that 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, secure the exterior latch plate using the screws supplied.
Strike Plate
One of the most frequent reasons for replacing a door handle is because it feels loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually caused by misaligned parts in the latching system, such as a striking plate that's either too small or has moved upwards or downward on the doorjamb over time. This easy project allows you to replace your old strike plate with a longer, new one that will provide better security and will keep your door shut.
To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply some lipstick or similar marking material on the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door, and then try to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the victorian door handle will not latch. 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 depending on the door, you might be able to just screw the new strike plate in the victorian door handle over the old one using the screws that come with it. You may have to drill holes first and then chisel some wood out to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too deeply or you could ruin the strength of your doorjamb.
Installing a new style box strike plate will give the lock a stronger grip on the doors and will require more force to open them. Typically it will require two longer screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll have remove the previous strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.
This strike plate is specifically designed to work with rim locks from the past, and is made of robust solid brass with an extremely thick. It comes with both wood screws and machine screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for your job. Just remember that wood screws have a pointy edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.
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