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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are a crucial part of the decor of your home. A new handle can elevate your home and bring your decor up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door handle repair could become stiff, or even break. These are signs that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you pick the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

Door handles enhance the aesthetics of your home, while making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a wide variety of finishes, colors and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or requires an upgrade it is possible to change them in just a few simple steps.

You'll need to find the shaft, or spindle, through which the knob is inserted to the door. Some have a small hole that you can put an incredibly small screwdriver to remove the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a tiny slot or hole through which you can press a spring-activated detent pin with a flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism and lets you pull or push the knob.

After you have gained access to the spindle or shaft, take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure whether the latch works before tightening new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod for the latch into the hole on the door. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are in alignment, then tighten the latch plate screws.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware to create a sleek, contemporary look that is a perfect match for other furniture in their homes. Some people prefer a rustic look that works well with farmhouse-style rooms. If you have someone in your family with mobility issues, you may prefer an rim or lever lock that requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics are traditionally the most important factor in door handle design, other aspects are being taken into consideration too. Infection control and accessibility are key issues that have led to the creation of new designs for handle handles, such as ones that can be operated using the forearms of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds your upvc door handle repairs handle open will wear out due to age and use. Switching out the old latch to fit the new handle is an easy DIY task and it can make a big difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of knob you are using the latch could be a part of the knob itself or it could be an independent piece that is attached to the door handle repair plate. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and installing will be used. Getting the old latch out of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle has what's known as a "magic button". Located on the side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is the one you need to press to pull the latch out of the handle and off of the latching mechanism.

If your handle isn't equipped with this magical button the first step is to remove any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. These are usually circular or rectangular and can be removed with the help of a screwdriver. Some have a tiny slot in them where you can slide your screwdriver into, while others snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that attach the inner plate and latch to the door handle. It is important to keep the screws that are shorter and have sharp tips in a safe place so that you can reuse them later. Once these are off you can pull the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and place it in a safe place.

Now you can start on the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the handle and that it is lined up with the other screw chambers of the door handle. Then, push the exterior latch plate onto and secure it using the provided screws.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons for replacing the upvc door handle repairs handle is that it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is often due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, such as the strike plate being too small or has moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb over time. This simple fix allows you to replace your existing strike plate with a new, longer one that will give you better security and keep your door closed.

To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply some lipstick or a similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate's hole, this indicates that your door won't latch because the plate isn't long enough. If the mark is higher than the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on 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 drill holes first and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case make sure you don't chisel out too much wood or you may ruin the strength of the doorjamb.

You could also try installing a new box strike plate which gives the lock a much more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It typically requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate in the frame of the door. You'll need remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This hard-to find strike plate is made from solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. 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 right equipment for your task. Make sure to note that wood screws have a sharp tip, while the machine screws are more blunt.