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Door Handle Replacement It's worth it to replace door handles if you don't like the way they appear, or if they are difficult to use. With a bit of patience, you can get an entirely new handle in a short time. Modern door handles are often equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to give them an attractive look. However, you'll need to attach them separately if your new handle doesn't already have them. Take off the handle from the old one. The door handle isn't only a decoration for your home It's also an important safety feature that lets you to lock and unlock your door. Over time the door handle could begin to lose its grip or feel loose. It may also appear aged and worn. This is a sign that it's probably time to replace it. If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it might be time to replace it. This is an issue because it means that you are unable to not lock or unlock your door, which could be an security risk to you and your family. It is also an excellent idea to replace your door handle in the event that it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be dangerous, especially for elderly or children members who struggle to open it. They may get trapped. It's easy to replace a damaged handle on the door. Most modern door handles are a standard size and therefore will fit on any door. If you're not sure if the new door handle you're buying will fit, try taking out the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will allow you to purchase the right size door handle. The most straightforward method to remove the handle from your door is to unscrew it from the door. This is typically done with a screw driver. Some door handles come with an enclosure plate that hides the screws that mount them. You'll need to remove it to get to the screws. After removing the handle that was previously used, 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 unscrewing the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver for removing the door handle. But, you'll need to locate the small latch, which is located on the edge of the trim piece. After removing the latch, unscrew the handle and strike plate. Then, remove the latch from the edge of the door. Remove the Strike Plate You'll have to replace your latch plate when replacing the handle. It's the plate that is the one that holds the hole in which the door's latch hooks in when the door closes. The new handles will have two latch plates which are a circular and a rectangular plate (see the diagram above which shows the various parts of the door handle). If your current latch plate has a rectangular shape, switch it over to the round one so that the latch hooks onto the strike plate in a way that makes the handle more comfortable to use. The first step is to remove the screw that's holding the old latch plate in place. The screws are usually quite tight and require a bit of force to loosen them. If possible, it may be beneficial to have a second person assist with this part. After the screws have been removed, the latch plate should pull out of the door with ease. If it is stuck or doesn't move using a nail file to scratch around the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate. Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. 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 could damage the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in its proper position, close and open the door to determine whether it locks and closes correctly. If not you'll need to adjust the strike plate up or down, or forward or back until the door shuts and latches properly. If the door continues to move or jiggles, you might have to enlarge your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more common on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too small, a wrong size 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 a chisel and hammer. Remove the Latch The latch is a curved metal piece that slides in and out of a hole on the inside of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes this latch forward and allows you to open the door. It also hooks into a hole in the frame of the door to keep your door shut. If your door shakes when you close it, replacing the latch might be the only thing needed to correct the issue. The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to see, but you can usually put a screwdriver in an insignificant hole on the trim plate, and then pull the latch off. After removing the trim plate, you will be able to pull off the latch and the bolts that hold it in place and the spindle that holds it. If the latch isn't able to release, try using a paper clip or a tool to release it from the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed slot of the latch and then gently twist or jiggle until the that the latch and handle begin to separate. You may need to repeat this process several times before you are able to remove the latch. After the old latch has been removed it should be possible to move the new latch into the slot without any problems. Make sure that the latch is positioned correctly in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers and then use your 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 lock cylinder if you're replacing the latch and handle or if your current one is damaged. If you're not changing locks the new lock will fit into your existing recess and work with your current keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates that match the handles you have. Removing the Cover Plate You can replace your old door handles with a modern lever and rose design to improve the look of your house. You can purchase complete sets with matching privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons. The first step to replace the door handle inside is to remove the cover plate or rose, which covers the screws and the mechanism within. Find an opening tab on the plate, and employ a flathead screwdriver lift it off the knob. It could have a slot along one edge or be held in place by a pin. Remove the screw holding the interior handle and set it aside once the cover plate has been removed. You'll also need to take out the screws that hold the latch and plates and the latch plate, which can be done by loosening them using a Philips screwdriver. Then, remove the inner plates and latch plate from the door and set them aside. Some doors don't have this gap. If yours doesn't then you'll have to drill a hole into the door for 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 frame or door. upvc door handle of new door knob screws is required after the holes have been drilled. Choose the same size as your old screws to prevent getting a handle that is too loose or tight. You'll also have to install a new latch plate and strike rod, which aren't included with most door handle sets. Amazon's Choice FAERSI 2-piece chrome finish handle sets are an excellent choice if you're in the market of a premium interior door handle replacement set. 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