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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles for double glazed doors are a key part of your home's decor. A new handle can bring your home's decor modern.

Over time, your door knobs may become stiff or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you select the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

Door white window handles enhance the appearance of your home while also making it easier for people to open and close Bi-Fold Doors Handles. They are available in a wide variety of finishes, colors, and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or requires an upgrade it is possible to change them in just a few simple steps.

The first thing you need to do is locate the shaft or spindle through which the knob is affixed 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 double glazing handle in place. Others have a thin slot or hole where can be used with a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. When you press the pin, the latch mechanism releases and allows you to pull or push on the knob.

After you have ahold of the shaft or spindle take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Be sure to align it correctly and check to ensure that the latch is working properly before tightening your new set screws.

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

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

While aesthetics have been the most important factor in door handle design, other factors are being taken into consideration as well. Accessibility and control of infections have been major considerations in the development of new designs for handles. For instance some handles can be operated using a person's arm.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open can wear down over time. It is simple to replace the latch on your door handle. This will make a big difference in how it opens and closes.

Depending on what kind of handle you choose the latch may be a separate part or an integral part of the knob. In any case, you'll follow the same procedure for removing and replacing upvc window handles. Removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle has what's known as a "magic button". This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob is the one you'll need to press in order to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle does not have this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed with a screwdriver. Some have a slot in which you can place your screwdriver, whereas others just snap off.

Next, you will want to loosen the two machine screws that hold the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. It is important to keep the screws that are shorter and have a pointed tip in a secure location to be able to reuse them in the future. After the screws have been removed, you can remove the latch plate and the mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside.

Now you can start on the new latch. Install the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it is lined up with the other screw chambers in the door handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate using the screws provided.

Strike Plate

It is not uncommon to replace a door double glazed window handle if it feels loose, or isn't locking properly. This is often due to misaligned components in the latching mechanism, like an unbalanced strike plate that is too short or moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which can provide better security for your door and ensure it stays closed.

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, this indicates that your door isn't latching because the plate is too short. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate has likely been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have You may be able to attach the new strike plate in the existing one using the screws that come with it. You may have to first drill holes and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a tight fit. If this is the case, be careful to not cut too much wood or you'll damage the strength of the doorjamb.

Installing a brand new box-style strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger hold on the doors and will require more force to open them. It usually requires two larger screws to secure the strike plate into the door frame. You'll have to remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make room for the new one.

This rare strike plate is made of solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, ensuring that you have the right equipment for your task. Make sure to note that wood screws have a sharp tip, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.