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The door handles in your home are an essential element of your interior design. A new handle can bring your decor and space modern.

Over time the knobs on your door may become stiff, or even break. These are indications that it's time to change them. This guide will help you choose the right replacement door handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles and hinges on your doors will enhance the appearance of your home and make it easier to open and shut them. They are available in a range of finishes, colors and styles to match your decor. If yours is beginning show signs of wear or you just want to upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be done in a few steps.

You need to locate the shaft, or spindle, through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that you can use a screwdriver to remove the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a tiny slot or hole that you can press an activated detent pin that is spring-activated using flathead. This pin lets go of the latch mechanism and lets you pull or push the knob.

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

After replacing the knob, place the rod that is attached to the latch over the hole on the door. Secure it by securing it to the rod system on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned then thread the latch plate screws and tighten them.

Some people opt for a smooth or brushed metal finish for their door hardware for an elegant, modern look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic look which is great for rustic-styled rooms. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you may want to choose a lever style or rim lock that require less pressure to operate.

Other factors are being taken into consideration more and more in the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections are two major issues that have led to the development of innovative new handle designs including ones which can be operated by the forearms of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds your door handle open can wear out from age and use. The replacement double glazing handles of the latch to accommodate an entirely new handle can be an easy DIY project and will make a huge difference in the way your door opens and closes.

Depending on the type of handle you have, the latch may be part of the knob or it might be an independent piece attached to the door itself. In any case, you'll follow the same process to remove and replace. Removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle is equipped with what's called a "magic button". This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob, is what you will need to press in order to remove the latch of the handle.

If your handle isn't equipped with this magic button, the first step is to take off any cover plates that are positioned over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed with a screwdriver. Some have a small slot in them that you can put your screwdriver through, while others snap off.

Next, you will want to unscrew the two machine screws that secure the latch and inner plate to the door handle. It is important to keep these screws with sharp tips in a safe location to be able to reuse them in the future. After these screws are removed you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and place it in a safe place.

Then you can begin to install the new latch. Install the latch plate into the door hole and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin in the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism of the handle and aligns with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then attach the latch's exterior plate with the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is common to replace a door handle because it feels loose, or does not lock properly. This is often due to misaligned components in the latching mechanism, like a strike plate that's too small or has moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb as time passes. This simple fix allows you to replace your old strike plate with a new, longer one that can provide greater security and ensure that your door stays shut.

To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material to the bolt that is used to latch. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is lower than the strike plate hole it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is above the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You might be able to install the new strikeplate in place over the existing one using the screws included with it, depending on the door. However, you may need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel a bit of the wood to ensure it's a snug fit. If this is the case, be careful not to chisel too much or you may damage the integrity of your doorjamb.

Installing a new box-style strike plate will provide the lock with a stronger grip on doors and require more force to open them. Typically, it requires two longer screws that secure the strike plate to the door frame. You'll have remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to make space for the new one.

Replacement-Windows-150x150.jpgThis strike plate is made to work with rim locks from the past, and is made of sturdy solid brass in an extremely thick. 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, and machine screws have a blunter tip.

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