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How to Replace Door HandlesDoor handles are a crucial element of your home's decor. A new handle will elevate your home and bring your decor to the present.Over time your knobs for your doors can begin to feel stiff or even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you choose the appropriate replacement door handle for your home.Door KnobsDoor handles can enhance the aesthetics of your house while making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a wide variety of finishes, colors and types to match your decor. If yours is beginning to appear worn or you just want to upgrade replacing them is simple and can be completed in a few steps.You must locate the shaft, or spindle through which the knob is connected to the door. Some knobs have a tiny opening that can be used with a screwdriver for removal of the set screws that secure the handle. Others have a thin slot or hole where can be used with the flathead screwdriver on a spring-activated pin, also known as a detent. The pin opens the latch mechanism and lets you to pull or push the knob.Once you have the spindle or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Check that the latch functions properly before tightening the set screws.After replacing the knob, you can place the rod that is attached to the latch over the door's hole. Lock it in place using the rod system on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are aligned then thread the screws for the latch plate and tighten the screws.Some people prefer an brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a sleek and contemporary appearance. It will complement their furniture. Others prefer a more rustic style which is great for farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have someone in your family who has mobility issues, you might prefer an rim or lever lock that require less pressure to operate.While aesthetics have traditionally been the primary consideration for door handle design, other aspects are increasingly being considered as well. Infection control and accessibility are key issues that have led to the creation of new designs for handle handles like those which can be operated by a person's forearm.LatchThe latch that holds your door handle open will wear out due to the wear and tear of use. It is simple to replace 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 have, the latch may be a part of the knob itself or it could be an independent piece attached to the door. In either situation, the same procedure for removing and reinstalling will be used. It's simple to remove the old latch, particularly in the case of an entry handle that has a "magic" button. This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob is the one you'll have to press to pop the latch out of the handle.If your handle doesn't have this button, you'll need to remove the cover plates placed over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed using the help of a screwdriver. Some have a slot where you can place your screwdriver, whereas others simply snap off.Then, remove the machine screws that attach the plate's inner and latch to the door handle. These are the screws with a sharp tip You will be required to keep them in a secure location to reuse them in subsequent steps. Once the screws are removed you can pull the latch plate and mechanism out of the hole in the door and set it aside.You can now begin installing the new latch. Install the inside plate of the latch into the hole in the door, and secure it using the hardware supplied. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism in the handle and is aligned with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then fix the exterior latch plate with the provided screws.Strike check is typical to replace a door handle because it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually due to misaligned parts in the latching mechanism, such as a striking plate that's either too short or has moved upwards or downward on the doorjamb over time. This simple fix allows you to replace your existing strike plate with a new, larger one that will give you better security and keep your door closed.Apply some lipstick or other marking material on the bolt for the latch to determine if it's the strike plate. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is lower than your strike plate hole, it indicates that the plate is too small and the door won't latch. If the mark is over the strike hole on the plate, it's likely that the strike plate has been moved up or down the doorjamb.You may be able simply to install the new strikeplate in the old one by using the screws supplied with it, based on the door. However, you might need to drill holes prior to drilling and then chisel out some of the wood to make sure it's a good fit. If this is the situation, be careful to not be too rough with the chiseling process or you may ruin the strength of the doorjamb.You can also try installing a new box strike plate, which will give the lock a more secure grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It typically requires two longer screws to anchor the strike plate into the frame of the door. You'll have remove the previous strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to create space for the new one.This difficult-to-find strike plate is made of solid brass and comes with a thick, heavy-duty. It's designed to be used on antique rim locks. This kit comes with wood screws and machine screws, allowing you to choose the right hardware for your needs. Remember that wood screws have a pointed tip while machine screws are more blunt.