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Door handles are a crucial element of your home's decor. A new handle will elevate your home's decor and bring your decor up to date.

As time passes, your doors' knobs can start to feel stiff and even break. These are signs that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement for your home.

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The handles on your doors will enhance the appearance of your home and make it easier for you to open and close them. They come in a variety of finishes, colors, and types to complement your decor. If yours has begun to show signs or need an upgrade, you can change them in just a few easy steps.

You need to locate the spindle, or shaft, through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can access with a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a thin slot or hole through which you can use to press the spring-activated detent pin using a flathead. This pin releases the latch mechanism, and lets you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hand take the knob off and replace it. Make sure you align it properly and then check to ensure that the latch is working correctly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod of the latch over the door's hole and interlock it with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are in alignment, then tighten the screws for the latch plate.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware to create an elegant, modern look that complements other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic design which is great for rustic-styled rooms. If you have members of your household who are unable to move You may want to consider choosing a rim lock or lever knobs for doors 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 have been key issues in the development of new designs for handles. For instance certain handles handle designs can be operated by an arm.

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 result in an enormous difference in the way it opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use the latch can be a separate part or a part of the knob. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and installing is applicable. It's simple to remove the old latch, particularly when you have a door window handle upvc with a "magic" button. The button is located on the left side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is what you have to press to pop the latch right 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 take off any cover plates that are positioned over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using the aid of a screwdriver. Some have a tiny slot in them where you can slide your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that secure the latch and the plate to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp point - you will have to store them in a secure location to reuse them in later steps. After the screws have been removed, you can take the latch plate and mechanism from the hole and put it aside.

Now you can begin installing the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the provided hardware. Make sure the square pin on the interior of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it lines up with the other screw chambers of the door handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate using the screws supplied.

Strike Plate

It is typical to replace a door handle because it is loose or isn't locking window handles properly. This is often due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, for example an unbalanced strike plate that is too short or moved up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This simple project will allow you to replace your existing strike plate with a new, larger one that will provide better security and will keep your door shut.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt that you are using to check if it is the strike plate. 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 or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate has likely been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

You might be able to install the new strikeplate in the one you have already installed by using the screws supplied with it, based on your 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 can also try installing a new box strike plate, which will give the lock a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two longer screws to secure the strike plate in the door frame. It is necessary remove the old strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made from solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. This kit includes wood screws and machine screws, allowing you to choose the right hardware to suit your requirements. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed tip and machine screws have a blunter tip.