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How to Replace Door Handles

Door handles are an essential element of your home's decor. A new handle will elevate your home and bring your decor to the present.

Over time, your knobs on your bi-Fold doors handles may begin to feel stiff and even break. These are indicators that it's time to replace them. This guide will help you pick the correct door handle replacement for your home.

patio door handle with lock Knobs

Door handles enhance the aesthetics of your home, while making it easier for people to open and shut doors. They are available in a variety of finishes, colors and types to match your decor. If yours has begun to show signs of wear or requires an upgrade You can replace them in a few easy steps.

You need to locate the shaft, or spindle, through which the knob is attached to the door. Some knobs have a tiny hole that you can put a narrow screwdriver into to release the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole where you can use a flathead screwdriver to push on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. This pin lets go of the latch mechanism and allows you pull or push the knob.

Once you have access to the shaft or spindle, remove the old door knob and replace it with the new one. Make sure it is aligned correctly and ensure that the latch is working properly before tightening the set screws.

After replacing the knob, put the rod for latching over the hole in the door and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure that the holes are lined up then thread the screws for the latch plate and tighten them.

Some people choose a brushed or smooth metal finish for their door hardware, giving their home a sleek and contemporary style. It will complement their furniture. Some prefer a rustic design that is perfect for farmhouse-style rooms. If you have one of your family members with mobility issues, you may want to choose the lever or rim lock, which requires less pressure to operate.

While aesthetics are traditionally the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are being taken into consideration as well. Infection control and accessibility have been major considerations in the creation of new handle designs. For example, some can be operated with an arm.

Latch

The latch that keeps your door handle open will wear out due to age and use. It is easy to change the latch on your door handle. This will make an enormous difference in the way it opens and closes.

Depending on what type of handle you use the latch may be a separate piece or a component of the knob. In either case, you'll need to follow the same steps to remove and replace. Removing the old latch of the way is relatively simple particularly if your door handle has what is called a "magic button". The button is located on the left side of the knob, this small pressure-slot is the one you need to press to take the latch right out of the handle and out of the latching mechanism.

If your handle doesn't have this button, the first step is to take off any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. They are typically circular or rectangular and can be removed by using a screwdriver in order to remove them off of the handle. Some have a tiny slot in them that you can put your screwdriver into, while others snap off.

The next step is to remove the two machine screws that hold the latch and the inner plate to the door handle for patio door. These are the shorter screws with a pointy tip - you will have to store them in a safe location to use them again in the next steps. Once the screws are removed you can remove the latch plate and mechanism out of the door's hole and place it in a safe place.

You can now begin working on 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 faces the latching mechanism in the handle and aligns with the screw holes on the other sides of the handle. Then, push the outside latch plate on and secure it using the provided screws.

Strike Plate

It is not uncommon to replace a door handle because it feels loose, or isn't locking properly. This is typically caused by incorrectly aligned parts of the latching mechanism, such as a striking plate that's either too small or has moved up or downward on the doorjamb over time. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which can provide more security for your patio door handle with lock and ensure it stays closed.

To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply lipstick or similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door and attempt to latch it. If the mark is below the strike plate hole it means that the plate is too small and the door will not latch. If the mark is higher or below the strikeplate hole, the strikeplate has likely been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb.

You may be able simply to put the new strikeplate in place over the old one by using the screws supplied with it, depending on your door. It is possible that you will need to drill holes first and then chisel the wood to ensure a secure fit. If this is the case, you must be cautious not to chisel too much or you may damage the strength of your doorjamb.

You can also consider installing a new strike plate which provides the lock with a stronger grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It typically requires two longer screws to anchor the strike plate to the door frame. You'll need remove the old strike plate before drilling and chiseling the wood to create space for the new one.

This hard-to-find strike plate is designed to be used with antique rim locks, and it's constructed of sturdy solid brass in an extremely thick. It comes with both wood screws and machine screws, ensuring that you have the correct equipment for your task. Make sure to note that wood screws have a pointy tip, whereas the machine ones are more blunt.