Door Handle Replacement
It's worth replacing door handles if you aren't happy with the way they look, or if they are difficult to use. Installing the new handle on your door is simple if you've got patience.
Modern door handles are often equipped with cover plates which hide the screws to give them an attractive appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if your new handle doesn't already have them.
Remove the old handle
The door handle is not only a decoration for your home, but it's also an important safety feature that lets you to lock and unlock your door. As time passes, the door handle may begin to lose its grip or feel loose. It may also appear old and worn. This is a sign that it's time to replace the door handle.
One of the first signs that your door handle requires replacing is the fact that it is becoming difficult to operate. This is a problem because it means that you are unable to not lock or unlock your door, which could pose the risk of security for you and your family.
Another reason to replace your door handle is when it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be extremely dangerous, particularly when your children or elderly family members struggle to open it, and get trapped in the. Luckily, it's quite simple to fix a damaged door handle by replacing the old one.
The majority of modern door handles are a standard size and so they will fit on any door. If you're not sure if the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will help you purchase the right size door handle.
It is the easiest method to remove the old door handle by taking it off from the door. Usually, a screwdriver is used. However some door handles have a cover plate that conceals the mounting screws so you'll have to cut off this cover plate to get access to the screws underneath. Once you've removed your old handle, take a note of how the spindle is attached so that you can be sure to align it when you install your new one.
You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. This is usually done using an screwdriver however you'll need to find the small latch, which is located just to the left of the trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, you can unscrew the handle from the strike plate and then the latch off the door's edge.
Remove the Strike Plate
You'll have to replace your latch plate when replacing the handle. It's the part that holds the hole through which the latch of the door hooks when the door closes. The packaging that the new handles arrive with will offer two latch plates - either a rectangular or circular (see the diagram above detailing the parts of the door handle). If your current latch plate is a rectangular shape, switch it over to the round one so that the latch is able to hook into the strike plate in a way that makes the handle easier to use.
The first step is to unhook the screw holding the old latch plate. The screws are usually quite tight and require a bit of force to loosen them. If you are able, it could be beneficial to have another person assist you with this task.
The latch plate should easily come out of the door after the screws have been removed. If it is stuck or doesn't move, use a small nail file to scratch around the edges of the latch plate. This can sometimes free up the plate.
Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. Utilizing the screws made of wood that came with your new handles, screw the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to over-tighten the screws, as this may damage the strike plate.
If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in its correct position, shut and open the door to see whether it latches and closes properly. If upvc door handles 'll have to adjust the strikeplate upwards or down, or forward or back until the door closes correctly.
If the door is still jiggling or moving, it may be necessary to expand the hole for latching in the strike plate. This is more common with older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear hinge mortises that are not deep enough or are not sized correctly for the latch, or because of damaged or broken strike plate. If this is the case, follow the exact procedure as adjusting the strike plate, but using a metal file instead of an hammer and chisel.
Removing the Latch
The latch is the angled piece of metal that slides through the hole in the inner edge of your door. The latch moves forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to an opening in the door frame to keep the door shut. If your door wiggles when you close it, changing the latch might be all you need to correct the issue.
The screws that secure the door latch are hard to spot, but you can usually insert a screwdriver into a small hole on the trim plate, and then pull the latch off. After removing the trim plate, you will be able to pull off the latch as well as the bolts that hold it, as well as the spindle.
If the latch cannot be easily removed, use a paperclip or tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed latch slot and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel the handle and latch begin to split. It is possible to repeat this procedure several times before you can pull the latch out.
After the old latch has been removed it should be possible to insert the new latch into the slot with no issues. Use your new screws to secure the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it's correctly positioned in the slot, and aligned with the screw chambers.
Before installing the new handle, make certain to measure your existing backset (the distance from the centre of the large hole on the front of the door to the edge). Also, make sure whether the size of the latch on the new handle is a good match to the measurement of your existing handle.
If you are replacing the latch or handle or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder is damaged, then you'll require a new one. If you are not changing locks, a new lock should fit into your existing recess, and will work with your existing keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates to match your old handles.
Take off the cover plate
You can replace your door handles with a modern design of roses and levers to make a difference in the appearance of your home. You can buy complete sets of escutcheons, privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons.
To replace an internal door handle take off the cover plate (or rose), which protects the screws and the inner mechanism. Look for a release tab on the plate and employ a flathead screwdriver pop it off the knob. It could have an opening on one edge or be held by a pin.
Once the cover plate is off take the screw that holds the inside handle in place and set it aside. It is also necessary to remove the screws that are holding the latch and inner plates, which you can do by loosening them with the help of a Philips screwdriver. Remove the inner plates and latch from the door. Set them aside.
Not all doors have this gap. If yours doesn't have a handle, you'll need to drill a new hole in the door. The procedure for this is similar to the procedure opening a door using a lock, but you'll need to take extra care not to harm the door or frame.
After drilling the holes after which you'll have to put in new door knob screws. Purchase the same size as your old screws to ensure that you don't get a handle too tight or loose. Installing a new strike rod and latch is also mandatory. These aren't included in the majority of door handle sets.
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