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How to Replace Door Handles Door handles are an essential element of your home's decor. A new handle can bring your decor and space up-to-date. Over time, your door knobs may become stiff or even break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you choose the best door handle replacement for your home. Door Knobs The handles on your doors can enhance the appearance of your home and make it easier for you to open and close them. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors, and styles that will complement your decor. If upvc replacement door handles has begun to show signs or need an upgrade it is possible to replace them in a couple of simple steps. The first thing you have to find is the spindle or shaft through which the knob is affixed to the door. Some have a tiny hole that you can put an incredibly small screwdriver to loosen the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole where can be used with a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. This pin releases the latch mechanism and lets you to pull or push the knob. Once you have access to the shaft or spindle remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure to align it properly and test to see that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws. Once you've replaced the knob, put the rod of the latch over the hole in the door and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned then tighten the screws for the latch plate. Some prefer a smooth or brushed finish for their door hardware to give it a sleek, contemporary look that complements other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic style that is a good match for rustic-styled rooms. If you have family members who have mobility issues You might be interested in the rim lock or lever knobs for doors, which require less pressure to operate. While aesthetics have been the most important factor in door handle design, other factors are becoming more important as well. Accessibility and control of infections are the main issues that have led to the development of new and innovative designs for handles, such as ones that can be operated using the forearm of a person. Latch The latch that opens your door will wear out due to the wear and tear of use. It is simple to replace the latch on your door handle. This will result in huge differences in how it opens and closes. Depending on what type of handle you are using the latch can be a separate piece or a part of the knob. In either situation, the same procedure to remove and install is applicable. Getting the old latch out of its place is quite simple especially if the door handle has what is known as a “magic button”. Located on the side of the knob, this small pressure-slot is what you need to press to pop the latch right out of the handle and off of the latching mechanism. If your handle doesn't have this magic button you will need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver in order to remove them off of the handle. Some have a slot in which you can put your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off. Then, unscrew the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You will need to store the screws that are shorter and have a pointed tip in a secure location so that you can reuse them later. After these screws are removed, you can take the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and put it away. Then you can begin to install the new latch. Place the inside 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 is facing the latching mechanism in the handle and is aligned with the screw holes on the other sides of the handle. Then attach the latch's exterior plate using the screws supplied. Strike Plate One of the most common reasons for replacing the door handle is because it feels loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually 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 with time. This simple fix allows you to replace your old strike plate with a new, larger one that will give you better security and ensure that your door stays shut. To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply some lipstick or a similar marking material to the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate's hole, it means that the door won't latch due to the fact that 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. You may be able simply to put the new strikeplate in place over the old one using the screws included with it, depending on your door. But, you may have to drill holes first, and then chisel some of the wood to ensure it's snugly fitted. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too deeply or you could damage the strength 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 long screws to secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll have remove the previous strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to create space for the new one. This difficult-to-find strike plate was made to work with antique rim locks, and is made of durable solid brass in a heavy duty thickness. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, ensuring that you have the right hardware for your job. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed point, while machine screws are more blunt.