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door handles (Click Link) are a key part of the decor of your home. A new handle can transform your home and bring your decor to the present.
Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.
Door Knobs
The handles on your doors will enhance the look of your home and make it easier for you to open and close them. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors and types to complement your decor. If yours have started to show signs of wear or require an upgrade it is possible to replace them in a couple of simple steps.
The first thing to find is the shaft or spindle through the knob's attachment to the door. Some have a tiny hole that you can insert a narrow screwdriver into to release the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole in which you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated pin called a detent. When you press this pin it opens the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push on the knob.
After you have gained access to the spindle or shaft, take off the door knob and replace it with the new one. Check whether the latch works before tightening the set screws.
Once you've replaced the knob, put the rod for latching over the door's hole and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are in alignment, then tighten the screws for the latch plate.
Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware to give their home a modern and sleek style. This will match their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic look that is a good match for spaces that are reminiscent of farmhouse. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you may prefer a lever style or rim sash lock door handles that requires less pressure to operate.
Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections are key considerations when it comes to developing new handle designs. For instance some handles can be operated using an arm.
Latch
The latch that keeps your door handle open can wear out from age and use. It is simple to replace the latch on your door handle. This will make an enormous difference in the way it opens and closes.
Depending on the type of knob you are using, the latch may be part of the knob itself, or it might be an independent piece attached to the victorian door handle. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and installing is applicable. The process of removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple, especially if your door handle has what is called a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob is what you need to press in order to remove the latch of the handle.
If your handle does not have this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a small slot in them where you can insert your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.
Next, you will want to loosen the two machine screws that hold the latch and the plate to the door handle. You will need to store these screws with sharp tips in a safe place so that you can reuse them later. After the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.
Then you can begin to install the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin on the inside 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 exterior latch plate onto the handle and secure it with the screws supplied.
Strike Plate
It is not uncommon to replace a door handle when it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that is too short or has moved up or down on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which will offer more security for your door and keep it shut.
Apply a lipstick or other marking material on the latch bolt 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's hole, this means that your door won't latch due to the fact that the plate is too short. If the mark is over the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.
You may be able simply to screw the new strikeplate into the one you have already installed by using the screws supplied with it, based on the door you have. However, you might need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel out some of the wood to make sure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, you must be careful not to cut too deeply or you could cause damage to the integrity of your doorjamb.
You could also try installing a new strike plate that gives the lock a much stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two longer screws to anchor the strike plate to the door frame. You'll have remove the previous strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.
This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and comes with a heavy-duty thickness. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. This kit comes with wood screws as well as machine screws, so you can pick the right hardware to suit your needs. Make sure to note that the wood screws have a sharp edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.
door handles (Click Link) are a key part of the decor of your home. A new handle can transform your home and bring your decor to the present.
Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.
Door Knobs
The handles on your doors will enhance the look of your home and make it easier for you to open and close them. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors and types to complement your decor. If yours have started to show signs of wear or require an upgrade it is possible to replace them in a couple of simple steps.
The first thing to find is the shaft or spindle through the knob's attachment to the door. Some have a tiny hole that you can insert a narrow screwdriver into to release the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole in which you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated pin called a detent. When you press this pin it opens the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push on the knob.
After you have gained access to the spindle or shaft, take off the door knob and replace it with the new one. Check whether the latch works before tightening the set screws.
Once you've replaced the knob, put the rod for latching over the door's hole and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are in alignment, then tighten the screws for the latch plate.
Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware to give their home a modern and sleek style. This will match their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic look that is a good match for spaces that are reminiscent of farmhouse. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you may prefer a lever style or rim sash lock door handles that requires less pressure to operate.
Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections are key considerations when it comes to developing new handle designs. For instance some handles can be operated using an arm.
Latch
The latch that keeps your door handle open can wear out from age and use. It is simple to replace the latch on your door handle. This will make an enormous difference in the way it opens and closes.

If your handle does not have this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a small slot in them where you can insert your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.
Next, you will want to loosen the two machine screws that hold the latch and the plate to the door handle. You will need to store these screws with sharp tips in a safe place so that you can reuse them later. After the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.
Then you can begin to install the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin on the inside 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 exterior latch plate onto the handle and secure it with the screws supplied.
Strike Plate
It is not uncommon to replace a door handle when it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching mechanism, such as a strike plate that is too short or has moved up or down on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which will offer more security for your door and keep it shut.
Apply a lipstick or other marking material on the latch bolt 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's hole, this means that your door won't latch due to the fact that the plate is too short. If the mark is over the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.
You may be able simply to screw the new strikeplate into the one you have already installed by using the screws supplied with it, based on the door you have. However, you might need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel out some of the wood to make sure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, you must be careful not to cut too deeply or you could cause damage to the integrity of your doorjamb.
You could also try installing a new strike plate that gives the lock a much stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two longer screws to anchor the strike plate to the door frame. You'll have remove the previous strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.
This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and comes with a heavy-duty thickness. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. This kit comes with wood screws as well as machine screws, so you can pick the right hardware to suit your needs. Make sure to note that the wood screws have a sharp edge, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.
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