How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles in your home are an important part of the design. A new handle can elevate your space and bring your decor up-to-date.

Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff or even break. These are signs it's time to change the knobs. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement upvc window handles for your home.

Door Knobs

The upvc window locking handles on your doors will improve the look of your home and allow you to shut and open them. They come in a variety of finishes, colors and types to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or just need an upgrade replacing them is easy and can be accomplished in a few steps.

The first thing to find is the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some have a tiny hole that you can insert the screwdriver with a small diameter to loosen the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a tiny slot or hole that you can press a spring-activated detent pin with flathead. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases and allows you to pull or push on the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Be sure to align it correctly and verify that the latch works correctly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, you can place the rod for the latch into the hole on the door. Lock it in place using the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are lined up then thread the screws for the latch plate and tighten them.

Some prefer a smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that is a perfect match for 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 might think about an rim lock or a lever knobs for doors, which require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics are traditionally the primary consideration for sliding door handles handle design, other aspects are being taken into consideration too. Infection control and accessibility have been key issues in the creation of new handle designs. For instance, some can be operated with an arm.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open may wear out over time. Changing out the old latch to accommodate a new handle can be a simple DIY job and it will make a significant change in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use the latch can be a separate component or a component of the knob. In any case, you'll follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. It's simple to take off the old latch, especially if you have doors with a "magic" button. It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this small pressure-slot is the one you need to press to pop the latch right out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle does not have this magic button the first step is to take off any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using the aid of a screwdriver. Some have slots where you can insert your screwdriver, while others just snap off.

Then, loosen the machine screws that hold the inner plate and latch to the door handle. It is important to keep the screws that are shorter and have an angled tip in a secure location to be able to reuse them later. Once these are off you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and put it away.

You can now begin installing the new latch. Install the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it with the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin on interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism of the handle and aligns with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door Handle For Patio Door because it feels loose, or doesn't lock properly. This is usually caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching system, for example a striking plate that's either too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb over time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will provide more security for your door and keep it shut.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the latch bolt to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate's hole, it means that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is higher than the strike hole on the plate, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.

Depending on your door, you may be able to simply attach the new strike plate into place over the old one using the screws included with it. It is possible that you will need to first drill holes and then chisel the wood to ensure a tight fit. If this is the case, you must be careful not to cut too much or you may ruin the integrity of your doorjamb.

You can also consider installing a new box strike plate, which will give the lock a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. It typically requires two longer screws to anchor the strike plate in the door frame. To do this, you'll need to remove the current strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.

This hard-to find strike plate is made of solid brass and has a thick, heavy-duty. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for the job. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed point, whereas machine screws are blunter.