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Door Handle Replacement It's worth replacing door handles if you don't like the way they look, or if they are difficult to use. Installing the new handle on your door is simple if you've got patience. Modern door handles are often equipped with cover plates which hide the screws to give them an attractive look. If your new handle doesn't already have them attached, you will have to attach them separately. Remove the handle that was previously used The door handle is not just a decorative feature for your home, but it's also a safety feature that allows 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 out. This is an indication that it's time for a replacement. One of the first indications that your door handle requires replacing is the fact that it is becoming difficult to operate. This is a serious issue since you won't be able to lock or unlock the door and put your family and yourself at risk. It's also a good idea to replace your door handle when it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be very dangerous, especially if your children or elderly family members are unable to open it and could get trapped within. Fortunately, it's fairly easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the old one. Modern door handles are generally standard sizes and will fit any door. If you aren't certain if your new door handle will work, remove the old one and measure its housing holes. This will help you to buy the correct sized door handle. The most straightforward method to take off the door handle you have been using is to unscrew it from the door itself. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. Some door handles come with an enclosure plate that hides the mounting screws. It is necessary to remove this to get to the screws. After you have removed the old handle, make a note of how the spindle has been connected. This will help you align the new handle. Alternately, you can take off your door handle by unscrewing it from the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver to remove the door handle. However, you will have to locate the tiny latch that is located on the edge of the trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, you can take the handle off the strike plate and then the latch from the door edge. Remove the Strike Plate You'll need to replace the latch plate when replacing the handle. It's the plate that holds the hole through which the latch of the door hooks when the door closes. The package the new handles are packaged in will have two options for latch plates – a rectangular one and circular (see the above diagram that outlines the components of a door handle). If you have an rectangular latch plate, you can replace it with an oval one. This will allow the latch to be able to hook into the strike plate and make the handle more convenient. The first step is to unscrew the screw that's holding the latch plate that was previously in place. These screws are often tight, and will require some force to loosen. If you are able, it could be helpful to have another person assist with this part. Once the screws are removed and the latch plate should pull out of the door with ease. If the latch plate is stuck or doesn't move, use a small hammer to scrape the edges. This can sometimes open the plate. Now you can move on to creating the new door strike plate for installation. Install the latch plate in the doorjamb using the wood screws that were included with your new handles. Don't over tighten your screws as this could cause damage to the strike plate. If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the right position, try closing and then opening the door to check whether it locks and closes correctly. If not then you'll need to adjust the strikeplate either up or down, forward or back until the door locks correctly. If the door continues to move or jiggles, you may need to increase the size of your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more frequent for 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 damaged or broken strike plate. If this is the case, follow the same procedure for adjusting the strike plate, using an iron file instead of an hammer and chisel. Removing the Latch The latch is a bent metal piece which slides in and out of a hole on the inside 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 in the frame of the door to keep the door shut. If RepairMyWindowsAndDoors shakes when you close it, replacing the latch could be the only thing needed to correct the issue. The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to see, but you can usually use a screwdriver to make 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, as well as the bolts that hold it, as well as the spindle that holds it. If the latch isn't easily removed using a paperclip or tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Place the item in the latch's slot that is recessed and gently twist or jiggle it until you feel the handle and latch begin to split. You may have to repeat this procedure several times before you can remove the latch. After the old latch has been removed, you should be able to slide the new latch into the slot without problems. Make use of the new screws to secure the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure that it is correctly positioned in the slot, and aligned with the screw chambers. Measure the existing backset (the distance between the centre of the large hole in the door's front and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. You should also check that the size of the latch on the new handle is a good match to the measurement of your existing handle. You'll require a brand new lock cylinder if you're replacing the latch and handle, or your old one is damaged. If you're not replacing the locks however, a new latch should fit in your existing recess, and work with your current keys. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match your old handles. Take off the cover plate You can replace your door handles with a modern lever and rose design to enhance the appearance of your home. You can purchase complete sets of escutcheons, escutcheons, privacy adaptors and escutcheons. The first step to replace an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which conceals the screws and mechanism inside. Find a release tab on the plate and use a flathead screwdriver to lift it off the knob. It may have an opening on one edge or be held by pins. After the cover plate is removed take off the screw that holds the inside handle in place and put it aside. Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them with a Philips Screwdriver. Take the inner plates and latch from the door. Place them aside. Most doors have a gap between the jamb of the door and the inside edge of the frame that makes room for a handle, however not all do. If yours does not, you'll need to make a hole in the door to accommodate the new handle. The procedure to do this is the same as opening a door using the lock, however you'll have to be extra careful not to harm the frame or door. Installing new door knob screws is necessary after the holes have been made. Buy the same size as the old screws to avoid getting a handle that is too loose or tight. 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