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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles in your home are an essential part of the decor. A new handle will bring your home's decor and interior up to date.

Over time, your patio door handle replacement knobs may become stiff, or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help choose the right upvc door handle replacement handle replacement window handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The double glazed windows handles on your doors will enhance the look of your home and allow you to shut and open them. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors and types to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade, you can change them in just a few easy steps.

The first thing you need to find is the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a thin slot or hole through which you can press a spring-activated detent pin with flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push the knob.

After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle take off the door knob and replace it with the new one. Align it correctly and check that the latch functions properly before tightening new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod that is attached to the latch over the door's hole. Lock it in place using the rod system on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned then tighten the latch plate screws.

Some people opt for a smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that complements other furniture in their homes. Some people prefer a rustic design that works well with farmhouse-style rooms. If you have members of your household with mobility limitations, you may be interested in an rim lock or a lever-style door knobs, which require less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being looked at more and more when it comes to the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections are key issues that have led to the creation of new and innovative designs for handles including ones that can be operated with a person's forearm.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open is prone to wear and tear due to age and use. The replacement of the latch to make room for a new handle can be a simple DIY job and will make a significant difference in the way your patio door handle replacement opens and closes.

Depending on the kind of handle you choose the latch may be a separate component or a component of the knob. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and installing will apply. Getting the old latch out of place is fairly easy particularly if your door handle is equipped with what's called a "magic button". It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is the one you need to press to pull the latch out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't come with this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pull them off of the handle. Some have a small hole in them that you can slide your screwdriver into, while others simply snap off.

The next step is to loosen the two machine screws that hold the latch and inner plate to the door handle. It is important to keep these screws with an angled tip in a safe location in order to reuse them later. After the screws are removed, you can remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Place the inside of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the provided hardware. Make sure the square pin that is on the interior of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the handle and that it is lined up with the other screw chambers of the door handle. Then push the exterior latch plate on and secure it using the screws provided.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle when it is loose or isn't locking window handle properly. This is often due to incorrectly aligned parts in the latching mechanism, such as the strike plate being too short or moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb with time. This simple fix allows you to replace your old strike plate with a new, larger one that can provide greater security and will keep your door shut.

To check if the problem is due to the strike plate, apply some lipstick or a similar marking material to the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it means that the plate is too small and the door will not latch. If the mark is over the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to put the new strikeplate in the one you have already installed using the screws that come with it, depending on the door. However, you might need to drill holes first, and then chisel some of the wood to make sure it's a good fit. If this is the case, be cautious not to chisel too much or you may ruin the integrity of your doorjamb.

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

This strike plate is specifically designed to work 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 pick the right hardware for your needs. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed tip, whereas machine screws are blunter.