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How to Replace Door Handles Door handles are an essential part of the decor of your home. A new handle can bring your decor and space up to date. Over time, your door knobs may become stiff or even break. These are signs it's time to replace the knobs. This guide will help you pick the appropriate replacement door handle for your home. Door Knobs Door handles can enhance the appearance of your home while also making it easier for people to open and close doors. They are available in a range of colors, finishes, and styles to match your decor. If yours are starting to appear worn or simply require an upgrade, replacing them is relatively simple and can be completed in just a few steps. The first thing you need to do is locate the spindle or shaft through the knob's attachment to the door. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can put an incredibly small screwdriver to loosen the set screws that hold the handle in place. Some have a small slot or hole where you can use a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. When you press this pin, the latch mechanism releases and allows you to pull or push on the knob. Once you have access to the shaft or spindle, remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Check that the latch functions properly before tightening new set screws. After you've replaced the knob, hold the rod for latching over the hole in the door and interlock it with the rod mechanism 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 on their door hardware to give it an elegant, modern look that matches other furnishings in their homes. Others prefer a more rustic design, which pairs well with rustic-styled rooms. If you have members of your household with mobility limitations You might be interested in the rim lock or lever knobs for doors that require less pressure to operate. Other aspects are being considered more and more for the design of door handles. Accessibility and control of infections have been key issues when it comes to developing new handle designs. For example certain handles handle designs can be operated by the arm of a person. Latch The latch that holds the handle of your door open may wear out over time. It is simple to replace the latch on your door handle. This will make huge differences in how it opens and closes. Depending on the type of knob you have the latch could be part of the knob itself or it could be an individual piece that is attached to the door itself. In either case, you'll need to follow the same procedure to remove and replace. It's simple to remove the old latch, especially if you have doors with a “magic” button. Located on the side of the knob, this small pressure-slot is the one you need to press to take the latch out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism. If your handle doesn't have this magical button the first step is to remove any cover plates that sit over the latch plate. They are typically rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver in order to remove them off of the handle. Some have a slot in which you can put your screwdriver. Other handles simply snap off. Then, loosen the machine screws that hold the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. You'll need to keep the screws that are shorter and have a pointed tip in a safe place in order to reuse them later. Once these are off, you can take the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and set it aside. You can now begin working on the new latch. Install upvc door handle of the latch into the hole in the door and secure it using the provided hardware. 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 in the door handle. Then, secure the exterior latch plate with the provided screws. Strike Plate One of the most common reasons to replace the door handle is that it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually caused by malfunctioning parts of the latching system, for example a striking plate that's either too small or has moved up or downward on the doorjamb over time. This easy project allows you to replace your existing strike plate with a new, longer one that can provide greater security and will keep your door shut. To determine if the issue is caused by the strike plate, apply lipstick or a similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door, then try to latch it. If the mark is below 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 most likely that the strike plate has been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb. Depending on the door depending on the door, you might be able to attach the new strike plate in place over the old one with the screws that come with it. You may need to drill holes first and then chisel some wood out to ensure a secure fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too hard or you'll cause damage to the strength of your doorjamb. You can also consider installing a new box strike plate which gives the lock a much more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. Typically, it requires two longer screws to secure the strike plate to the door frame. You'll need to remove the old strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make room for the new one. This difficult-to-find strike plate is made from solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's made to be used on antique rim locks. It comes with both machine screws and wood screws, so you'll have the correct hardware for the job. Just remember that wood screws have a sharp tip, while the machine ones are more blunt.