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How to Replace Door Handles

Door window handles for upvc are an essential part of the decor of your home. A new handle can transform your home's decor and bring your decor up to date.

Over time your knobs on your doors may begin to feel stiff and even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you select the appropriate replacement door handle for your home.

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Door handles add to the appearance of your house while making it easier for people to open and close doors. They come in a wide range of colors, finishes and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to appear worn or simply require an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be completed in a few steps.

The first thing you have to find is the spindle or shaft through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can insert the screwdriver with a small diameter to loosen the set screws holding the handle in place. Some have a thin slot or hole that allows you to press the spring-activated detent pin using a flathead. The pin opens the latch mechanism, and lets you pull or push the knob.

Once you have access to the shaft or spindle remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Align it correctly and check that the latch functions properly before tightening new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the latch rod over the hole on the upvc sliding Door handle. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned, then thread in the latch plate screws and tighten them.

Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for the door hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary look. This can be matched with their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic style, which pairs well with spaces that are reminiscent of farmhouse. If you have a member of your family with mobility issues, you might want to choose the lever or rim lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being looked at more and more when it comes to the design of door handles. Infection control and accessibility are two major issues that have led to the creation of new and innovative designs for handles including ones that can be operated using the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open may wear out over time. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will make a big difference in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of knob you are using the latch could be part of the knob or it could be an individual piece attached to the door itself. In either case, the same process to remove and install is applicable. It's simple to remove the old latch, particularly if you have a door handle with a "magic" button. This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob is what you will need to press in order to pop the latch out of the handle.

If your handle does not have this magical button the first step is to take off any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off of the handle. Some have slots where you can insert your screwdriver, while others just snap off.

Next, you will want to remove the two machine screws holding the latch and inner plate to the door handle for patio door. You'll need to keep these shorter screws with a pointed tip in a safe place in order to reuse them in the future. After the screws have been removed, you are able to remove the latch plate as well as the mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

You can now begin working on the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism in the handle and is aligned with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then, secure the exterior latch plate using the screws provided.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons for replacing the external door handles handle is that it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually due to incorrectly aligned parts in the latching mechanism, such as the strike plate being too small or shifted upwards or downwards on the doorjamb as time passes. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which will offer greater security for your door and keep it shut.

Apply a lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole, it means that the door won't latch because the plate isn't long enough. If the mark is higher than the strike plate hole, it's most likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.

It is possible to install the new strikeplate in place over the old one by using the screws supplied with it, based on the door. However, you might need to pre-drill holes and then chisel out some of the wood to ensure it's a snug fit. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too hard or you'll ruin the integrity of your doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will give the lock a stronger grip on the doors and will require more force to open them. It usually requires two larger screws to fix the strike plate to the door frame. You'll have to remove the old strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to create space for the new one.

This hard-to-find strike plate is designed to be used with rim locks from the past, and it's constructed of sturdy solid brass in a heavy duty thickness. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws so you can choose the right hardware for your needs. Just remember that the wood screws have a pointy tip, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.