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Door Handle Replacement It's worth replacing door handles if you aren't happy with the way they appear, or if they're difficult to use. With a bit of patience, you can install an entirely new handle in a short time. The majority of modern door handles come with cover plates that conceal the screws for an attractive appearance. However, you will need to attach them separately if your new handle does not already have them. Remove the handle that was previously used Door handles aren't just an important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they're also crucial for safety as they allow you to lock and unlock your door. However, as time passes the door handle could lose its grip, become loose, or look old and worn. This is a good indication that it's time to replace the door handle. One of the first signs that your door handle needs replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is a serious problem as you will no longer be able to lock or unlock the door which could put your family and yourself at risk. Another reason to replace the door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A broken door handle is risky, particularly for children and elderly family members who might struggle to open it. They could be trapped. Luckily, upvc door handle 's quite easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the handle that was broken. Modern door handles are usually standard sizes and should fit any door. If you're not certain that your new door handle will work, take off the old one and take measurements of its holes in the housing. This will help you to buy the right door handle. The most straightforward method to take off your old door handle is to unscrew it from the door itself. Usually it is a matter of using a screwdriver. Some door handles have a cover plate which hides the screws used to mount them. It is necessary to remove the cover plate to gain access to the screws. After removing the old handle, take note of how the spindle is attached. This will assist you in aligning the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by depressing the latch mechanism. You can make use of a screwdriver to take off the door handle. But, you'll have to locate the tiny latch that is located on the edge cut piece. Once you've removed the latch, you can unscrew the handle from the strike plate and then remove the latch from the door edge. Removing the Strike Plate You'll need to replace the latch plate when replacing the handle. This is the plate that holds the hole through which the latch for the door is inserted when the door closes. The new handles will have two latch plates which are a circular and a rectangular plate (see the above diagram which shows the various parts of a door handle). If you have a rectangular latch plate, swap it with a circular one. This will allow the latch to hook onto the strike plate and make the handle more convenient. The first step is to unhook the screw holding the old latch plate. The screws are typically tight and require a fair amount of force to loosen them. It may be helpful to have a second person help with this task if you can. After the screws have been removed, the latch plate should slide out of the door easily. If the latch plate is stuck or refuses to move, use a small file to scrape the edges. This may help free the plate up. Now you can prepare the new strike plate to be installed. Using the screws made of wood that were included with your new handles, screw the latch plate onto the inside of the doorjamb. Don't over tighten your screws as this can damage the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in the right position You can try closing and then opening the door to check if it closes and latches correctly. If it doesn't you'll need to adjust the strike plate up or down, or forward or back until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door is moving or jiggling, then it may be necessary to expand the hole for latching in the strike plate. This is more prevalent on older doors. It can be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too small, a incorrect size of the latch or a damaged strike plate. If this is the case, follow the same procedure as adjusting the strike plate, but using an iron file instead of an hammer and chisel. Removing the Latch The latch is a bent metal piece that slides in and out of a hole in the inside of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes the latch forward which allows you to open the door. It also hooks in a hole on the door frame to ensure that the door stays closed. If your door wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch might be all that's needed to correct the issue. The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to see however, you can insert a screwdriver into an insignificant hole on the trim plate and then pry the latch off. After removing the trim plate, you should be able to take off the latch as well as the bolts that hold it in place and the spindle. If the latch won't release it is suggested to use an old-fashioned paper clip or tool to spring it loose from the handle mechanism. Insert the item in the recessed slot of the latch, and gently twist it or jiggle until the that the latch and handle begin to separate. You may need to repeat this several times before the latch comes loose enough to let it out. It should be possible to slide the new latch into its slot with no problems after you have removed the old one. Make sure the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers, and then use the new screws to fasten it to the strike plate and door frame. Before installing the new handle, make sure to measure your existing backset (the distance from the center of the big hole on the front of the door to the edge). Verify that the size of the latch of the new handle matches the measurement. You'll need a new cylinder for your lock if you're replacing the latch and handle, or your old one is damaged. If you're not changing locks the new lock should fit into the recess you have already installed, and will work with your current keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates that match your existing handles. Removing the Cover Plate You can replace your door handles with a modern lever and rose design to improve the look of your house. You can buy complete sets that come with the appropriate escutcheons and privacy adjustor kits. The first step to replace the door handle inside is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and inner mechanism. Look for an opening tab on the plate, and employ a flathead screwdriver lift it off the knob. It could have a slot on one edge or be held by a pin. Remove the screw that holds the handle in the interior and put it aside after the cover plate has been removed. It is also necessary to take out the screws that hold the latch and plates to the door, which you can accomplish by loosening them using a Philips screwdriver. Remove the inner plates and latch from the door. Place them aside. Most doors have a gap between the door jamb and the inner edge of the frame that makes room for a handle, however not all do. If yours isn't allow for a handle, you'll have to drill a new hole into the door. The procedure to do this is similar to the procedure opening a door using the lock, however you'll need to take extra care to avoid damaging the door or frame. The installation of new door knob screws is required after the holes have been drilled. 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