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How to Replace Door Handles

The door handles that you have in your home are an important element of your decor. A new handle can elevate your home's decor and bring your decor up to date.


Over time, your doors' knobs can start to feel stiff or even break. These are indications that it's time to change them. This guide will help you select the appropriate replacement door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors can enhance the appearance of your home and allow you to open and close them. They come in a variety of colors, finishes and styles that will complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or require an upgrade it is possible to change them in just a few simple steps.

The first thing to find is the spindle or shaft through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that can be used with an screwdriver to take out the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole that you can press a spring-activated detent pin with 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 hands, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure to align it correctly and verify that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, place the rod that is attached to the latch over the hole on the door. Interlock it with the rod system on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned then tighten the screws for the latch plate.

Some people prefer a brushed or smooth metal finish for the door hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary style. It will complement their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic style, which pairs well with rustic-styled rooms. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might prefer an rim or lever lock that requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have traditionally been the primary consideration for door handle design, other aspects are increasingly being considered as well. Infection control and accessibility have been key issues in the development of new handle designs. For instance, some can be operated with the arm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open can wear down over time. Switching out the old latch to accommodate a new handle can be a simple DIY job and it will make a significant difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on the kind of handle you choose, the latch could be a separate component or a part of the knob. In either case, you will follow the same process for removing and replacing. It's simple to take off the old latch, particularly in the case of an entry handle that has a "magic" button. It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this little pressure-slot is the one you need to press to pull the latch right out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't have 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 with the help of a screwdriver. Some have a tiny slot in them where you can put your screwdriver through, while others simply snap off.

Then, unscrew the machine screws that attach the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. These are the screws that are shorter with a sharp tip - you will need to keep these in a secure location to reuse them in later steps. After the screws are removed, you can take the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole and set it aside.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Install the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the provided hardware. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch faces the latching mechanism inside the handle and aligns with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then, push the exterior latch plate onto the handle and secure it with the screws provided.

Strike Plate

It is not uncommon to replace a door handle if it feels loose, or isn't locking properly. This is usually due to incorrectly aligned parts in the latching mechanism, like an unbalanced strike plate that is too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb with time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with an extended one, which will provide better security for your door and keep it shut.

Apply a lipstick or another marking material on the latch bolt to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate's hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is over the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to install the new strikeplate in the existing one using the screws that come with it, based on the 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, be cautious not to chisel too hard or you'll ruin the integrity of your doorjamb.

You could also try installing a new box strike plate which provides the lock with a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically, it requires two longer screws that secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. To accomplish this, you'll need to take off the existing strike plate and then drill and chisel out the wood to make room for the new one.

This hard-to-find strike plate is specifically designed to work with antique rim locks and it's constructed of durable solid brass in the heavy duty thickness. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws so you can select the appropriate hardware for your needs. Be aware that wood screws have a sharp tip, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.