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Door handles are an essential part of the decor of your home. A new handle can bring your home's decor up to date.

Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you choose the correct door handle replacement for your home.

Door Knobs

The window handles for wooden windows on your doors will enhance the appearance of your home and make it easier for you to open and shut them. They are available in a variety of colors, finishes and styles to complement your decor. If yours has begun to show signs of wear or require an upgrade, you can replace them in a couple of easy steps.

You'll need to find the spindle, or shaft, through which the knob is inserted to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use an screwdriver to take out the set screws that hold the handle in place. Others have a thin slot or hole that you can use the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. This pin releases the latch mechanism and allows you to pull or push the knob.

After you have ahold of the shaft or spindle take the knob off of the door and replace it with the new one. Check that the latch is working properly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, you can place the rod for the latch into the door's hole. Lock it in place using the rod system on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned then thread the screws for the latch plate and tighten the screws.

Some prefer the smooth or brushed finish on their door hardware for modern, sleek design that complements other furniture in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic style, which pairs well with spaces that are reminiscent of farmhouse. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might want to choose an rim or lever lock that requires less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being taken into consideration more and more in the design of door handles. Infection control and accessibility are two major issues that have led to the development of innovative new handle designs, such as ones that can be operated using a person's forearm.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open may wear out over time. Changing out the old latch to fit a new handle can be a simple DIY job and it will make a significant difference in how your door opens and closes.

Depending on the kind of knob you have depending on the type of handle you have, the latch may be a part of the knob itself or it could be an individual piece attached to the door itself. In either case, you'll need to follow the same procedure for removing and replacing. It's easy to remove the old latch, especially when you have an entry handle that has a "magic" button. This little pressure-slot, located on the side knob is what you will have to press to pop the latch out of the handle.

If your handle doesn't have this button, you will need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pull them off of the handle. Some have a slot where you can insert your screwdriver, while others simply snap off.

Next, you will want to unscrew the two machine screws holding the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. It is important to keep the screws that are shorter and have a pointed tip in a safe location to be able to reuse them in the future. After the screws have been removed, you are able to remove the latch plate and mechanism from the hole and put it aside.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it with the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on the inside of the latch is facing the mechanism for latching inside the handle, and that it lines up with the other screw chambers in the upvc door handles replacement handle. Then attach the latch's exterior plate using the screws provided.

Strike Plate

One of the most common reasons to replace a door handle is because it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is usually caused by misaligned parts in the latching system, for example a striking plate that's either too small or has moved upwards or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This project allows you to replace your old strikeplate with an extended one, which will offer greater security for your door and ensure it stays closed.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the latch bolt to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole, it means that the door won't latch due to the fact that the strike plate is too small. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate may have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have, you may be able to just install the new strike plate into the door over the old one, using the screws included with it. But, you may have to drill holes first, and then chisel out some of the wood to make sure it's a snug fit. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too deeply or you could damage the integrity of your doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new strike plate that gives the lock a much more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically, it requires two longer screws that anchor the strike plate to the door frame. To do this, you'll have to remove the current strike plate, then drill and chisel away the wood to make space for the new one.

This difficult-to-find strike plate was made to work with antique rim locks and it's made from durable solid brass in the heavy duty thickness. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, which means you'll have the right equipment for your task. Just remember that the wood screws have a pointy tip, whereas the machine screws are more blunt.