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How to Replace Door Handles The door handles of your home are an important part of the decor. A new handle can elevate your home's decor and bring your decor to the present. Over time, your door knobs may become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it's time to change the knobs. This guide will help you choose the best door handle replacement for your home. Door Knobs Door handles enhance the look of your home while also making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They come in a wide range of colors, finishes and styles to complement your decor. If yours are starting to appear worn or you just want to upgrade replacing them is simple and can be done in just a few steps. You need to locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is inserted to the door. Some have a small hole that you can put the screwdriver with a small diameter to loosen the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole that you can use the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. The pin opens the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push the knob. After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure to align it properly and verify that the latch works properly before tightening your 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. Make sure the holes are in alignment, then tighten the latch plate screws. Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a sleek and contemporary style. This will match the furniture they have. Some prefer a rustic look that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have someone in your family with mobility issues, you may prefer the lever or rim lock that requires less pressure to operate. Other factors are being taken into consideration more and more in the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections have been major considerations in the creation of new designs for handles. For instance certain handles handle designs can be operated by a person's arm. Latch The latch that holds the door handle open will wear down over time. Switching out the old latch to make room for an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY task and will make a significant difference in how your door opens and closes. Depending on what type of handle you are using the latch can be a separate part or a component of the knob. In upvc replacement door handles , you'll follow the same procedure to remove and replace. It's simple to take off the old latch, particularly when you have an entry handle that has a “magic” button. The tiny pressure-slot, which is located on the side knob is what you have to press to pull the latch out of the handle. If your handle doesn't have this magic button, the first step is to remove any cover plates that sit over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed using a screwdriver. Some have a slot where you can place your screwdriver. Other handles just snap off. Next, you will want to unscrew the two machine screws holding the latch and the plate to the door handle. It is important to keep these screws with an angled tip in a safe location so that you can reuse them in the future. Once these are off you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and put it away. You can now begin working on the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it with the provided hardware. Make sure that the square pin on the inside of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism 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 with the screws provided. Strike Plate One of the most common reasons for replacing a door handle is because it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is often caused by misaligned components in the latching mechanism, such as the strike plate being too short or moved up or down on the doorjamb with time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will offer greater security for your door and keep it closed. Apply a lipstick or another marking material on the bolt for the latch to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is below your strike plate hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door will not latch. If the mark is above the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down the doorjamb. You might be able to install the new strikeplate in place over the existing one by using the screws supplied with it, depending on your door. It is possible that you will need to first drill holes and then chisel some wood out to ensure a tight fit. If this is the case Be careful not to chisel out too much wood or you may ruin the integrity of the doorjamb. You could also try installing a new strike plate, which will give the lock a more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two larger screws to anchor the strike plate into the frame of the door. 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 hard-to find strike plate is made of solid brass and comes with an extremely thick. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, which means you'll have the correct hardware for your job. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed point, whereas machine screws are blunter.