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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. Installing a new door handle is easy if you have patience. Most modern door handles have cover plates that conceal the screws for an attractive appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't already have them. Removal of the old Handle The door handle isn't only a decoration for your home it also serves as an important safety feature that lets you to lock and unlock the door. However, as time passes the door handle could lose its grip, feel loose or start to look old and worn out. This is a sign that it's probably time for a replacement. One of the first indications that your door handle requires replacing is if it's becoming difficult to operate. This is a serious problem since you won't be in a position to lock or unlock the door which could put you and your family at risk. Another reason to replace your door handle is when it's damaged or broken. A broken door handle is risky, particularly for elderly or children members who may struggle to open it. They could be trapped. It's simple to fix a damaged handle on doors. upvc door handle of modern door handles are a standard size and therefore are suitable for any door. If you're unsure if the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will let you purchase the correct size door handle. The easiest way to take off your old door handle is to take it off of the door itself. This is usually done with a screw driver. Some door handles have the cover plate, which conceals the mounting screws. You'll need to remove the cover plate to gain access to the screws. Once you've removed your old handle, take a note of how the spindle is connected to ensure you are able to be sure to align it when you install the new one. You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver to remove the door handle. But, you'll need to locate the small latch that is located on the edge cut piece. Once you've removed the latch, take the handle off the strike plate and then the latch away from the door's edge. Remove the Strike Plate You'll have to replace your latch plate when you replace the handle. It's the plate that holds the hole through which the latch of the door hooks when the door closes. The box that the new handles come in will have two different latch plates: one that is rectangular and the other circular (see the above diagram that outlines door handle parts). If you have an old rectangular latch plate, you can replace it with a round one. This will allow the latch to hook onto the strike plate and make the handle easier. The first step is to loosen the screw that is holding the latch plate in place. The screws are often quite tight and require a bit of force to loosen them. It is helpful to have a second person assist with this task if you can. After the screws are removed, the latch plate will slide out of the door easily. If the latch plate is stuck or doesn't move, use a small hammer to scrape the edges. This may help free the plate up. Now you can prepare the new strike plate to be installed. Screw the latch plate into the doorjamb using the wood screws that were included with your new handles. Don't over tighten your screws because this could cause damage to the strike plate. If you're unsure whether the latch plate is in the right position Try closing and then opening the door to check if it closes and latches correctly. If not then you'll have to adjust the strike plate upwards or down, or move it forward or back, until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door is moving or jiggling, then you may need to increase the size of the latch hole in the strike plate. This is more frequent with older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear, hinge mortises that are too narrow or the wrong size for the latch, or due to a broken or damaged strike plate that is damaged or broken. If this is the situation then you should use a filing made of metal instead of a chisel or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Take off the Latch The latch is the metal piece that is angled that moves between the hole that runs along the inside edge of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes the latch forward, allowing you to open the door. It also hooks into a hole on the door's frame so that the door stays closed. If your door wiggles when you close it, replacing the latch could be all that's needed to fix it. It's hard to see the screws that secure the latch to the door, however there's usually a tiny slot on the trim plate that permits you to insert a screwdriver into the slot and take it off. After removing the trim plate, you should be able to remove the latch and the bolts that hold it, as well as the spindle. If the latch isn't easily removed then use a paperclip tool to remove it from the handle mechanism. Insert the item in the recessed latch slot and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel the that the latch and handle are beginning to separate. You may have repeat this process a few times before you can pull the latch out. You should be able slide the new latch into its slot with no issues once you have removed the old one. Make sure the latch is properly positioned in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers, and then use your new screws to secure it to the strike plate and door frame. Take note of the backset (the distance between the center of the large hole on the front of the door and the edge) before installing the new handle. Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle is equal to the measurement. You'll require a new lock cylinder if you're replacing the handle and latch, or your old one is damaged. If you're not changing the locks, the new latch should fit in the existing recess and be compatible with your current keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates to match your old handles. Remove the cover plate You can replace your door handles with a new design of roses and levers to improve the look of your home. You can buy complete sets that include the escutcheons as well as privacy adaptors and escutcheons. The first step to replace the door handle inside is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and inner mechanism. Use a flathead to remove the cover plate. It may have an opening along one side or be held in place by a pin. Remove the screw that is holding the handle in the interior and put it aside after the cover plate is removed. It is also necessary to take out the screws that hold the latch and plates, which you can do by loosening them with the help of a Philips screwdriver. Remove the plates that hold the inner plate and latch from the door. Put them away. Most doors have an opening between the door jamb and the inner edge of the frame, which allows for a handle, but not all have. If yours does not then you'll have to make a hole in the door to accommodate the new handle. This is the same process for opening a locked door, but you will have to be extra cautious not to damage the door or frame. After the holes are drilled, you'll need to install new screws for the door knob. Be sure to purchase the same size as the old ones, so you do not end up with an handle that is either too tight or too loose. You'll also have to install an additional latch plate and strike rod, which aren't included with most door handle sets. 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