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How to Replace Door Handles

The door white window handles of your home are an essential part of the interior design. A new handle will elevate your space and bring your decor up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help choose the best aluminium door handle handle Replacement Door Handles for your home.

Door Knobs

The double glazed window handles on your doors will enhance the appearance of your house and make it easier to shut and open them. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning show signs of wear or simply require an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be done in a few steps.

The first thing you have to do is locate the shaft or spindle through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that can be used with a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that secure the handle. Some have a small slot or hole that you can use to press the spring-activated detent pin using a flathead. When you press this pin and the latch mechanism opens, it releases and lets you pull or push on the knob.

Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hand take the knob off and replace it. Align it correctly and check that the latch functions properly before tightening the set screws.

After replacing the knob, you can place the rod that is attached to the latch over the door's hole. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned and then thread in the screws for the latch plate and tighten the screws.

Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary appearance. This can be matched with their other furniture. Some people prefer a rustic design that goes well with farmhouse-styled rooms. If you have a member of your family with mobility issues, you may want to choose a lever style or rim lock that require less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being taken into consideration more and more in the design of door handles. Infection control and accessibility are key issues that have led to the development of new designs for handle handles including ones that can be operated with the forearms of a person.

Latch

The latch that keeps your door handle open will wear out due to the wear and tear of use. Switching out the old latch to make room for an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY project and will make a significant difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on what kind of handle you choose, the latch could be a separate part or an integral part of the knob. In any case, you'll follow the same procedure to remove and replace. Getting the old latch out of the way is relatively simple especially if the door handle has what's called a "magic button". This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob, is what you need to press in order to pull the latch out of the handle.

If your handle does not have this magic button you will need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver in order to remove them off of the handle. Some have slots where you can put your screwdriver, while others just snap off.

The next step is to loosen the two machine screws that secure the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with sharp tips in a safe location so that you can reuse them later. After the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

Now you can start on the new latch. Install 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 interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism in 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

One of the most frequent reasons to replace the upvc chrome door handles handle is because it feels loose or doesn't lock properly. This is often due to incorrectly aligned parts in the latching mechanism, for example an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or shifted up or down on the doorjamb with time. This simple project will allow you to replace your existing strike plate with a longer, new one that will provide better security and ensure that your door stays shut.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is lower than the strike plate hole it indicates that the plate is too small and the door will not latch. If the mark is above the strike hole on the plate, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.

You might be able to install the new strikeplate in the old one using the screws that come with it, based on the door. However, you may need to pre-drill holes and then chisel a bit of the wood to ensure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too hard or you'll ruin the strength of your doorjamb.

You could also try installing a new strike plate, which gives the lock a much more secure grip on the replacement upvc door handle and requires more force to open it. Typically it requires two long screws that secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll need to remove the old strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one.

This strike plate is made to work with rim locks from the past, and it's made from robust solid brass with an extremely thick. This kit comes with wood screws and machine screws, allowing you to pick the right hardware to suit your requirements. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed tip and machine screws have a blunter tip.