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Door Handle Replacement

Door handles may seem like something minor, but if you dislike the appearance of the handles or are finding them difficult to use, it's worth replacing them. Installing a new door handle is simple if you've got patience.

Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to give them an attractive look. However, you'll have to attach them separately if your new handle does not already have them.

Removal of 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 the door. As time passes, the door handle may become loose or feel a bit loose. It may also begin to look old and worn. This is an indication that it's time to replace it.

One of the first indications that your door handle requires replacing is if it's becoming difficult to operate. This is a problem since it means you can no longer lock or unlock your door which could be a security risk for you and your family.

Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be dangerous, especially for elderly and children members who struggle to open it. They may get trapped. It's easy to replace a damaged handle on doors.

The majority of modern door handles are standard size, so they are suitable for any door. If you're not sure whether the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will allow you to buy the right size door handle.

The easiest way to remove your old door handle is to remove it from the door. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. However, some door handles have an outer cover plate that hides the mounting screws, so you'll have to cut off this to access the screws beneath. After you have removed the old handle, take note of the way in which the spindle has been connected. This will aid in aligning the new handle.

Alternately, you can take off the door handle by uncrewing it from the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver to remove the door handle. But, you'll have to locate the tiny latch which is located on the edge trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, you can unscrew the handle from the strike plate, and then remove the latch off the door's edge.

Removing the Strike Plate

You'll have to replace your latch plate when replacing the handle. It's the plate that is the one that holds the hole in which the latch of the door hooks when the door is closed. The new handles will come with two latch plates: a rectangular and circular plate (see the diagram above that shows the parts of the door handle). If you have an rectangular latch plate, replace it with an oval one. This will allow the latch to be able to hook onto the strike plate and make the handle easier.

The first step is to loosen the screw that is holding the latch plate in place. The screws are typically 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 then use a small nail file to scrape around the edges of the latch plate. This can sometimes open the plate up.

Now, you can proceed to creating the new door strike plate to be installed. With the wood screws that came with the new handles, attach the latch plate onto the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to tighten too much the screws, as this may damage the strike plate.

If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in its correct position, close and open the door to check whether it latches and closes correctly. If not then you'll need to adjust the strikeplate up or down, forward or back until the aluminium door handles locks properly.

If the door still moves or jiggles, you might have to enlarge your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more common on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too shallow, the wrong size latch, or damaged strike plate. If this is the case, follow the exact procedure for adjusting the strike plate, but using an iron file instead of an hammer and chisel.

Take off the Latch

The latch is the angled metal piece that moves between the hole in the inner edge of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes the latch forward and allows you to open the door. It also hooks into an opening in the frame of the door to keep the door closed. If your door is wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch could be all that's needed to correct the issue.

It's difficult to identify the screws that secure the latch to the door, but there's usually a small hole on the trim plate that lets you to insert a screwdriver and take it off. After you've removed your trim plate, it'll be easy to remove the latch and the remaining bolts that hold the latch and spindle in place.

If the latch is not easily removed then use a paperclip tool to remove it from the aluminium window handle mechanism. Place 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 split. It may take this several times before the latch is loose enough to pull out.

After the old latch is removed, you should be able to insert the new latch into the slot with no issues. Use the new screws to attach the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure that it is properly positioned in the slot, and aligned with the screw chambers.

Before you install 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). Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle matches the measurement.

If you're replacing the latch or handle or handle, or if the old lock cylinder is damaged then you'll need a new one. If you are not changing locks the new lock should fit inside your existing recess and also work with your existing keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates to match your existing handles.

Take off the cover plate

You can replace your old door handles with a contemporary design of roses and levers to make a difference in the appearance of your home. You can buy complete sets of door handles that come with matching escutcheons as well as privacy adaptor kits.

The first step in replacing a window handle the door handle inside is to remove the cover plate or rose, which conceals the screws and mechanism inside. Find a release tab on the plate, and make use of a flathead screwdriver to lift it off the knob. It may have an opening along one side or be held in place by pins.

Remove the screw that holds the handle inside and put it aside after the cover plate has been removed. Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them by using the help of a Philips Screwdriver. Remove the inner plates and latch from the door. Put them away.

Most doors have a gap between the jamb of the door and the inner edge of the frame, which allows for a handle, however not all do. If yours does not allow for a handle, you'll have to make a hole into the door. The process for doing this is the same as opening a door using the lock, however you'll be taking extra care not to harm the door or frame.

After drilling the holes after which you'll have to put in new screws for the door knob. Make sure to buy the same size as the old ones, to ensure that you won't have an handle that is either too tight or loose. Installing a new strike rod and latch is also required. They aren't included in most door brompton carry handle sets.

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