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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are an essential part of the decor of your home. A new handle will 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 will enhance the appearance of your house and make it easier to open and close them. They come in a wide variety of finishes, colors and styles that will complement your decor. If yours is beginning to appear worn or simply require an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be completed in a few steps.

The first thing you have to find is the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that can be used with a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot, or hole, that you can press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using a flathead. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases and allows you to pull or push on the knob.

After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Be sure to align it properly and verify that the latch is working properly before tightening your new set screws.

Once you've replaced the knob, hold the rod for latching over the door's hole and interlock it with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned and then thread in the screws on the latch plate and tighten the screws.

Some people prefer a smooth or brushed metal finish for the door hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary look. This will match the furniture they have. Others prefer a more rustic design which is great for farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you may prefer a lever style or rim lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Accessibility and infection control have been key issues in the creation of new double glazing handle designs. For example certain handles can be operated with an arm.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open will wear out due to age and use. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will result in huge differences in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you have, the latch may be a part of the knob itself or it could be an individual piece that is attached to the door itself. In any case, you'll follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. The process of removing the old latch of its place is quite simple especially if the door brompton carry handle has what is called a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob, is what you will need to press in order to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle does not have this magical button, the first step is to remove any cover plates that are positioned over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed using the help of a screwdriver. Some have a slot in which you can place your screwdriver, whereas others just snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that attach the inner plate and latch to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp tip - you will have to store them in a safe place to reuse them in subsequent steps. After the screws are removed, you can take the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole and set 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 faces the latching mechanism of the handle and aligns with the screw holes on the other sides of the handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate using the screws provided.

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 often caused by misaligned components in the latching mechanism, for example an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or shifted upwards or downwards on the doorjamb with time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with an extended one, which will offer greater security for your bifold Door Handles and will keep it shut.

Apply a lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is lower than the strike plate's hole, it means that the plate is too small and the patio door handle with lock will not latch. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate is likely to have been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have depending on the door, you might be able to just install the new strike plate in the existing one using the screws that come with it. However, you may need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel out some of the wood to ensure it's a snug fit. If this is the situation, be careful to not chisel out too much wood or you'll damage the strength of the doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new box strike plate which gives the lock a much more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically, it requires two longer screws to secure the strike plate to the door frame. It is necessary to remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and has a thick, heavy-duty. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. This kit includes both wood screws as well as machine screws, so you can select the appropriate hardware for your requirements. Be aware that wood screws have a sharp edge, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.