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How to Replace Door handles for double glazed doors

The Victorian Scroll Door Handles handles in your home are an important part of the decor. A new handle can elevate your space and bring your decor to the present.

As time passes, your knobs for your doors can begin to feel stiff or even break. These are signs it's time to change them. This guide will help you choose the appropriate replacement door aluminium window handle for your home.

Door Knobs

The handles on your doors will improve the appearance of your house and allow you to open and shut them. They are available in a variety of colors, finishes, and types to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to begin to show signs of wear or you just want to upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be completed in a few steps.

The first thing you need to do is locate the shaft or spindle through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a small opening that can be used with a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that hold the handle in place. Others have a thin slot or hole in which can be used with the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. When you press this pin, the latch mechanism releases and lets you pull or push on the knob.

Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Be sure to align it correctly and test to see that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws.

After replacing the knob, hold the rod of the latch over the hole in the door and then lock it using the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure the holes are in alignment, then tighten the screws for the latch plate.

Some people prefer an brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a modern and sleek appearance. This will match their furniture. Others prefer a more rustic style which is great for rustic-styled rooms. If you have one of your family members who has mobility issues, you might prefer a lever style or rim euro lock handles that require less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics have been the most important factor in external door handles handle design, other factors are becoming more important too. Infection control and accessibility are the main issues that have led to the development of innovative new handle designs including ones that can be operated with the forearm of a person.

Latch

The latch that holds the handle of your door open will wear down as time passes. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will result in huge differences in how it opens and closes.

Depending on the kind of handle you choose the latch may be a separate piece or a part of the knob. In either situation, the same procedure to remove and install is applicable. Removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple, especially if your door handle is equipped with what's called a "magic button". It is located on the opposite side of the knob, this small pressure-slot is the one you need to press to pull the latch out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't have this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed with the aid of a screwdriver. Some have a slot in which you can place your screwdriver, whereas others just snap off.

The next step is to unscrew the two machine screws that secure the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. These are the screws that are shorter with a sharp tip - you will need to keep these in a safe location to reuse them in later steps. Once these are off 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 on the inside of the latch is pointing towards the latching mechanism inside the handle and that it is lined up with the other screw chambers inside the door handle. Then, push the outside latch plate onto and secure it with the screws provided.

Strike Plate

One of the most frequent reasons for replacing a door handle is because it is loose or isn't locking properly. This is often caused by malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, for example a strike plate that's too small or shifted upwards or downwards on the doorjamb as time passes. This simple project will allow you to replace your existing strike plate with a longer, new one that can provide greater security and keep your door closed.

Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to check if it is the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate's hole, this means that your door isn't latching because the strike plate is too small. If the mark is above the strike plate hole, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down the doorjamb.

Depending on the door you have, you may be able to install the new strike plate into the mila door handles over the old one using the screws that come with it. You may have to drill holes first, and then chisel the wood to ensure a perfect fit. If this is the case, be careful to not be too rough with the chiseling process or you could damage the strength of the doorjamb.

You can also try installing a new strike plate which provides the lock with a stronger hold on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically it will require two longer screws that secure the strike plate to the frame of the door. To do this, you'll have to remove the current strike plate and then drill and chisel away the wood to create space for the new one.

This hard-to find strike plate is made from solid brass and has a thick, heavy-duty. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws, allowing you to choose the right hardware to suit your needs. Make sure to note that the wood screws have a pointy tip, while the machine ones are more blunt.