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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are a crucial part of your home's decor. A new handle can elevate your space and bring your decor to the present.

Over time your knobs for your bi-fold doors handle can begin to feel stiff, or break. These are indications that it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you pick the right replacement door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will improve the look of your home and allow you to open and close them. They are available in a wide variety of finishes, colors and styles that will complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs or need an upgrade You can replace them in a few easy steps.

You must locate the spindle, or shaft through which the knob is inserted to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can access with a screwdriver to remove the set screws that keep the handle in place. Some have a slot or hole that can be used with a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. This pin lets go of the latch mechanism and lets you to pull or push the knob.

Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hands, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure you align it properly and verify that the latch is working properly before tightening your new set screws.

After you've replaced the knob, put the rod of the latch over the double glazed front door handles's hole and interlock it with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Ensure that the holes are aligned, then tighten the screws on the latch plate.

Some people choose a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware to give their home a modern and sleek style. It will complement the furniture they have. Others prefer a more rustic look, which pairs well with rustic-styled rooms. If you have members of your household who have mobility issues You may be interested in a rim lock or lever style door knob, which require less pressure to operate.

Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Accessibility and infection control have been key issues when it comes to developing new handle designs. For example, some can be operated using the arm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the door handle open will wear down over time. Changing out the old latch to make room for a new handle can be a simple DIY job and will make a huge difference in the way your bifold door handle replacement opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use the latch can be a separate piece or an integral part of the knob. In either scenario, the same procedure for removing and installing is applicable. Removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple, especially if your door handle has what is called a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob is the one you'll need to press in order to pop the latch out of the handle.

If your handle doesn't come with this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates that are placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed with the aid of a screwdriver. Some have slots where you can insert your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off.

The next step is to unscrew the two machine screws that secure the latch and the plate to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp point and you'll need to keep these in a safe location to use them again in the next steps. After these screws are removed you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and set it aside.

Now you can begin installing the new latch. Insert the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure the square pin that is on the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it is lined up with the other screw chambers inside the aluminium door handles handle. Then, push the outside latch plate onto the handle and secure it with the provided screws.

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 typically caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching mechanism, such as the strike plate being too short or has moved up or downward on the doorjamb with time. This project allows you replace your old strikeplate with a more substantial one, which will provide better security for your door and will keep it closed.

To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material on the latch bolt. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole, this indicates that your door isn't latching because the strike plate is too small. If the mark is above or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate is likely to have been moved up or downward on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to install the new strikeplate in the old one using the screws that come with it, depending on the door you have. It is possible that you will need to drill holes first, and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, you must be careful not to cut too much or you may damage the strength of your doorjamb.

You could also try installing a new strike plate, which will give the lock a more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically it requires two long screws that secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. You'll have to remove the old strike plate and then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one.

This difficult-to-find strike plate is made from solid brass and has an extremely thick. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with wood screws and machine screws, which means you'll have the correct equipment for your task. Keep in mind that wood screws have a pointed tip, while machine screws are more blunt.