Door Handle Replacement
It's worth replacing door handles if you don't like the way they look, or if they are difficult to use. Installing a new door handle is easy if you have patience.
The majority of modern door handles come with cover plates that conceal the screws to create a stylish appearance. If your new handle doesn't have them already attached, you will have to attach them separately.
Remove the old Handle
The door handle isn't only a decoration for your home It's also an important safety feature that lets you to lock and unlock your door. But, over time, your door handle may lose its grip, feel loose, or look old and worn out. This is a sign that it's time to replace your door handle.
If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it may be time to replace it. This is a serious issue as you will no longer be able to lock or unlock the door and put you and your family at risk.
no title to replace the door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be quite dangerous, especially in the event that your children or senior family members are unable to open it and end up trapped in the. Fortunately, it's fairly easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the old one.
Most modern door handles are a standard size, so they should fit any door. If you aren't certain that the new door handle you are buying will work, remove the old one and measure the holes in its housing. This will help you buy the right door handle.
The easiest way to remove the handle from your door is to take it off of the door itself. Usually it is a matter of using a screwdriver. However certain door handles come with a cover plate that conceals the screws that mount them, so you'll need to pry off this cover plate to get access to the screws beneath. After you've removed the old handle, make note of the way the spindle is positioned so that you can align it when you fit your new one.
Alternately, you can take off the door handle by uncrewing it from the latch mechanism. This is usually done using a screwdriver but you'll need to find the small latch, which should be just to the left of the trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, you'll need to remove the handle from the strike plate and then remove the latch away from the door's edge.
Removing the Strike Plate
If you are replacing your handle, you'll also be required to replace the latch plate, which holds the hole that the door's latch is inserted into when it closes. The new handles will come with two latch plates that are circular and rectangular plate (see the diagram above which illustrates the components of the door handle). If you have an rectangular latch plate, you can replace it with a round one. This will allow the latch to hook into the strike plate and make the handle easier.
The first step is to take off the screw holding the latch plate. The screws are typically tight and require a lot of force to loosen them. If you are able, it could be beneficial to have a second person help with this process.
After the screws have been removed, the latch plate will slide out of the door easily. If it is stuck or doesn't move then use a small nail file to scrape the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate.
Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. Attach the latch plate to the door jamb using the screws that were included with the new handles. Be careful not to over-tighten the screws, as this can cause damage to the strike plate.
If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the right position, try closing and then opening the door to determine whether it locks and closes correctly. If not then you'll have to adjust the strike plate upwards or down, or forward or back until the door shuts and latches correctly.
If the door is still moving or jiggling, then it may be necessary to expand the latch hole in the strike plate. This is more prevalent for older doors, but can happen due to wear and tear, hinge mortises that are too narrow or not the right size for the latch, or because of damaged or broken strike plate that is damaged or broken. If this is the case then you should use a filing made of metal instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate.
Eliminating the Latch
The latch is the angled piece of metal that slides between the hole on the inside edge of your door. The latch moves forward when you turn the handle. It also hooks in the door's frame so that the door is closed. If your door shakes when you close it, replacing the latch could be all that is needed to fix the problem.
The screws that secure the door latch are hard to spot however, you can insert a screwdriver into an insignificant hole on the trim plate, and then pull the latch off. After you've removed your trim plate, it'll be simple to take off the latch and the remaining bolts that hold the spindle and latch in place.
If the latch doesn't easily come out, try using a paper clip or a tool to spring it loose from the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the slot for the latch that is recessed, and gently twist it or jiggle until the that the latch and handle begin to break off. It may take this several times before the latch becomes loose enough to let it out.
You should be able slide the new latch into its slot without issues once you have removed the old one. Make sure that the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers and then use your new screws to secure it to the strike plate and door frame.
Measure the existing backset (the distance between the center of the large hole on the front of the door and the edge) before installing the new handle. Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle is equal to the measurement.
You'll need a new cylinder for your lock if you're replacing the latch and handle or your existing one is damaged. If you're not changing locks however, a new latch will fit into the existing recess and work just fine with your current keys. Make sure you select a latch with a rectangular cover plate that match your old handles.
Take off the cover plate
You can replace your old door handles with a modern lever and rose design to enhance the appearance of your house. You can buy complete sets that include privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons.
The first step in replacing an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and mechanism inside. Look for a release tab on the plate, and use a flathead screwdriver to lift it off the knob. It could have an opening on one edge or be held by a pin.
When the cover plate is off, remove the screw that holds the interior handle in place and put it aside. Remove the screws that hold both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them with a Philips Screwdriver. Then, take the inner plates and latch plate from the door and set them aside.
Most doors have gaps between the door jamb and the inner edge of the frame that makes room for a handle, however not all have. If yours isn't have a handle, you'll need to drill a hole into the door. It's the same procedure as opening a door locked, but you will have to be extra careful not to harm the door or frame.
After drilling the holes, you'll need to install new screws for the door knob. Choose the same dimensions as your old screws to ensure that you don't get a handle that is too loose or tight. You'll also have to install a new latch plate and strike rod, which aren't included with most door handle sets.
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