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Door Handle Replacement Door handles appear to be a small detail but if you aren't happy with the style or design of them, or find them difficult to use then it's time to replace them. Installing the new handle on your door is simple if you've got patience. Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to give them a more attractive appearance. If your new handle doesn't already have them attached, you will have to attach them separately. Remove the old Handle The door handle isn't only a decorative addition to your home, but it's also a safety feature that allows you to lock and unlock your door. But, over time your door handle can lose its grip, feel loose, or look old and worn. This is a sign that it's probably time to replace it. One of the first signs that your door handle requires replacing is if it's becoming difficult to operate. This is a problem because it means that you are unable to no longer lock or unlock your door which could be the risk of security for you and your family. Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle is dangerous, especially for elderly and children members who might struggle to open it. They could be trapped. It's easy to fix a damaged handle on doors. Modern door handles are typically standard sizes and should fit any door. If you're unsure if your new door handle will fit, try taking out the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will let you buy the right size door handle. The easiest way to take off the door handle you have been using is to take it off of the door. Usually it is a matter of using a screwdriver. Some door handles come with an enclosure plate that hides the screws used to mount them. You will need to remove it to get to the screws. Once you have removed the old handle, make note of the way the spindle is positioned to ensure that you can align it when you fit the new one. Alternatively, you can remove your door handle by unscrewing it from the latch mechanism. This is typically done with the screwdriver, but you'll need to locate the small latch, which is located on the edge of the trim piece. After taking off the latch, remove the handle and strike plate. Then remove the latch from the edge of the door. The Strike Plate You'll need to replace your latch plate when replacing the handle. This is the plate that is the one that holds the hole in which the latch for the door is inserted when the door is closed. The box that the new handles are packaged in will have two different latch plates – one that is rectangular and the other circular (see the diagram above for door handle parts). If your current latch plate is rectangular in shape, swap it to a circular 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 take off the screw holding the latch plate. These screws can be quite tight and will require some force to loosen. It is helpful to have a second person assist with this task if you can. The latch plate should lift itself out of the door after the screws have been removed. If the latch plate is stuck or won't move use a small file to scrape the edges. This can sometimes open 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, attach the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to over-tighten the screws, as this could cause damage to the strike plate. If you're unsure whether the latch plate is in its correct position, shut and open the door to see whether it locks and closes properly. If not you'll need to adjust the strike plate either up or down, or forward or back until the door shuts and latches properly. If the door still moves or jiggles, you may have to expand your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more common on older doors. It can be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too shallow, the wrong size latch or a damaged strike plate. If this is the situation, follow the same procedure as adjusting the strike plate, but using the use of a metal file instead the hammer and chisel. Remove the Latch The latch is the angled metal piece that moves between the hole on the inside edge of your door. The latch moves forward when you turn the handle. It also hooks into the door frame to ensure that the door remains closed. If your door is wiggles when you close it, changing the latch could be the only thing needed to fix it. It's hard to see the screws that hold the latch to the door, however there's usually a small hole on the trim plate that permits you to insert a screwdriver in order to take it off. Once window handles 've removed the trim plate, it will be simple to take off the latch and the remaining bolts that hold the latch and spindle in the position. If the latch is not easily removed, use a paperclip or tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed slot of the latch and gently twist it or jiggle until the that the latch and handle begin to separate. It may take this several times before the latch comes loose enough to let it out. After the old latch is removed, you should be able to move the new latch into the slot without problems. Use your new screws to attach the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it's correctly placed in the slot, aligned with the screw chambers. Before installing the new handle, make certain to measure your existing backset (the distance from the center of the large hole on the front of the door to the edge). Also, make sure whether the size of the latch on the new handle is in line with this measurement. You'll require a brand new cylinder for your lock if you're replacing the handle and latch, or your old one is damaged. If you're not changing locks the new latch will fit into the existing recess and be compatible with your current keys. Be sure to select the latch with a rectangular cover plate that match your old handles. Remove the cover plate You can replace your old door handles with a modern rose and lever designs to enhance the appearance of your home. You can buy complete sets of escutcheons, privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons. To replace the door handle inside take off the cover plate (or rose), which covers the screws and inner mechanism. Use a flathead to remove the cover plate. It may have an opening on one side or be secured by a pin. When the cover plate is removed, remove the screw that holds the interior handle in place, and then set it aside. Remove the screws that hold both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them with a Philips Screwdriver. Then, remove the inner plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside. Most doors have gaps between the jamb of the door and the inside edge of the frame that makes room for a handle, but not all have. If yours doesn't allow for a handle, you'll have to drill a hole into the door. This is the same procedure as opening a door locked, but you will have to be extra careful not to scratch the door or frame. After drilling the holes then you'll need to install new screws for the door knob. Be sure to purchase the same size as the old ones, so that you won't have a handle that's too tight or too loose. Installing a new strike rod and latch is also necessary. 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