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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are a key part of your home's decor. A new handle can bring your decor and space modern.

Over time the knobs on your Patio door handle locks could become stiff, or even break. These are indicators that it's time to change the knobs. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement handles for upvc windows for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will improve the look of your home and make it easier for you to open and close them. They are available in a range of finishes, colors and styles to match your decor. If yours is beginning appear worn or just need an upgrade replacing them is simple and can be completed in a few steps.

The first thing you have to do is locate the spindle or shaft through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some have a small hole that you can insert a narrow screwdriver into to remove the set screws holding the handle in place. Some have a thin slot or hole through which you can use to press the spring-activated detent pin using flathead. When you press this pin, the latch mechanism releases and allows you to pull or push on the knob.

After you have gained access to the shaft or spindle, take off the door knob and replace it with the new one. Be sure to align it correctly and verify that the latch functions correctly before tightening the 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. Make sure that the holes are lined up then thread the screws on the latch plate and tighten the screws.

Some people choose a smooth or brushed metal finish for their patio door handle hardware, giving their home a sleek and contemporary look. This will match their furniture. Some prefer a rustic look that works well with farmhouse-style rooms. If you have a member of your family with mobility issues, you might prefer the lever or rim lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Infection control and accessibility have been major considerations when it comes to developing new handle designs. For instance certain handles can be operated using an arm.

Latch

The latch that opens your door can wear out from the wear and tear of use. It is simple to change the latch on your door handle. This will result in a big difference in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the type of knob you are using the latch could be a part of the knob or it could be an individual piece that is attached to the door. In either case, you will follow the same process to remove and replace. The process of removing the old latch of place is fairly easy especially if the door handle is equipped with what's known as a "magic button". The button is located on the left side of the knob, this tiny pressure-slot is the one you need 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 magic button the first step is to take off any cover plates that sit over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver to pry them off the handle. Some have a small hole in them where you can insert your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.

Then, remove the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You will need to store these screws with sharp tips in a safe location in order to reuse them in the future. Once the screws are removed, you can take the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and set it aside.

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

Strike Plate

It is typical to replace a door upvc handle window when it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is often due to incorrectly aligned parts in the latching mechanism, for example a strike plate that's too short or moved up or down on the doorjamb over time. This simple fix allows you to replace your existing strike plate with a new, larger one that can provide greater security and will keep your door shut.

To check if the problem is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or a similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is lower than the strike plate's hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door will not latch. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate is likely to have been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to put the new strikeplate in the one you have already installed using the screws that come with it, based on your door. It is possible that you will need to drill holes first, and then chisel some wood out to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too hard or you'll damage the integrity of your doorjamb.

Installing a new style box strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger grip on the doors and will require more force to open the doors. It usually requires two longer screws to fix the strike plate to the door frame. To do this, you'll need to take off the existing strike plate and then drill and chisel away the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and comes with an extremely thick. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with machine screws and wood screws, so you'll have the right hardware for the job. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed point, while machine screws are more blunt.