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How to Replace Door Handles

Door double glazing window handles are an essential part of the decor of your home. A new handle can elevate your home and bring your decor to the present.

Over time the knobs on your door could become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it’s time to change them. This guide will help you choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

replacement upvc door handle double glazed window handles add to the appearance of your home, while making it easier for people to open and close doors. They come in a variety of colors, finishes, and styles to match your decor. If yours has begun to show signs of wear or require an upgrade, you can change them in just a few simple steps.

You must locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use an screwdriver to take out the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a tiny slot, or hole, that you can press a spring-activated detent pin with a flathead. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases and lets you pull or push the knob.

After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle, [Redirect-Java] remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure that the latch is working properly before tightening new set screws.

After you’ve replaced the knob, put the rod of the latch over the door’s hole and interlock it with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure the holes are lined up and then thread in the screws for the latch plate and tighten them.

Some prefer a smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware for modern, sleek design that matches other furnishings in their homes. Some prefer a rustic look that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have a member of your family who has mobility issues, you might prefer an rim or lever lock that requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the main consideration when it comes to door window handle repair design, other factors are being taken into consideration too. Infection control and accessibility are the main issues that have led to the development of innovative new handle designs, such as ones which can be operated by the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open is prone to wear and tear due to age and use. Switching out the old latch to accommodate the new handle is an easy DIY task and will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you use the latch may be a separate piece or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same steps for removing and replacing. It’s simple to remove the old latch, particularly if you have doors with a “magic” button. This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob, is the one you’ll have to press to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle isn’t equipped with this magical button, the first step is to remove any cover plates that are positioned over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed by using a screwdriver to pry them off of the handle. Some have slots where you can place your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off.

The next step is to remove the two machine screws that secure the latch and inner plate to the door handle. These are the shorter screws with a pointy tip – you will be required to keep them in a safe location to reuse them in subsequent steps. After the screws are removed, you can take the latch plate as well as the mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

You can now begin installing 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 interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism inside the handle and is aligned with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then attach the latch’s exterior plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons to replace the double glazed door handle handle is that it is loose or doesn’t lock properly. This is usually due to misaligned parts in the latching mechanism, such as the strike plate being too short or has moved upwards or [empty] downward on the doorjamb with time. This simple fix allows you to replace your old strike plate with a new, larger one that will provide better security and keep your door closed.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the latch bolt to determine if it’s the strike plate. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole it means that the door won’t latch because the strike plate is too small. If the mark is above or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate is likely to have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to install the new strikeplate in the old one using the screws included with it, depending on the door you have. You may need to drill holes first and then chisel the wood to ensure a secure fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too much or you may cause damage to the integrity of your doorjamb.

You can 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. Typically it will require two longer screws that secure the strike plate to the door frame. To do this, you’ll need to remove the existing strike plate and then drill and chisel out the wood to make room for the new one.

This strike plate is designed to be used with rim locks from the past, and is made of sturdy solid brass in a heavy duty thickness. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, which means you’ll have the right hardware for the job. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed point, and machine screws have a blunter tip.