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Door Handle Replacement It's worth it to replace door handles if you aren't happy with the way they look or if they're difficult to use. Installing the new handle on your door is easy if you have patience. Modern door handles are often equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws, giving them an attractive look. If your new handle doesn't have them already connected, you'll have to attach them separately. Take off the handle from the old one. The door handle isn't just a decorative feature for your home, but it's also an element of security that allows you to lock and unlock your door. But, over time the door handle could lose its grip, become loose, or appear old and worn out. This is a sign that it's time to replace the door handle. If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it may be time to replace it. This is a problem since it means you can no longer lock or unlock your door, which could be an security risk to you and your family. Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be quite dangerous, especially when your children or elderly family members struggle to open it and end up trapped in the. Luckily, it's quite easy to fix a broken door handle by simply replacing the handle that was broken. Most modern door handles are a standard size and therefore are suitable for any door. If you're not sure if your new door handle will fit, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will let you purchase the right size door handle. It is the easiest way to remove the door handle by removing it from the door. Usually, a screwdriver is used. Some door handles come with a cover plate which hides the screws used to mount them. You will need to remove this to get to the screws. After you've removed the old handle, make an outline of how the spindle is positioned so that you can be sure to align it when you install your new one. You can also remove your door handle by unscrewing it from the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver to remove the door handle. But, you'll have to locate the tiny latch, which is located on the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you'll need to remove the handle from the strike plate and then the latch away from the door's edge. Removal of the Strike Plate If you are replacing the handle, you'll be required to replace the latch plate, which is the hole that the door's latch is inserted into when it closes. The package the new handles are packaged with will offer two latch plates: a rectangular one and circular (see the diagram above for the parts of the door handle). If you have an rectangular latch plate, replace it with an oval one. This will allow the latch to be able to hook into the strike plate and make the handle easier. The first step is to remove the screw that holds the latch plate. These screws can be quite tight, and may require some force to loosen. If possible, it may be beneficial to have another person assist you with this task. After the screws are removed, the latch plate should pull out of the door with ease. If it's stuck or won't move then use a small nail file to scratch around the edges of the latch plate. This can sometimes open the plate. Now, you can proceed to creating the new door strike plate for installation. Screw the latch plate into the doorjamb using the wood screws that came with your new handles. Be careful not to over-tighten the screws, as this can cause damage to the strike plate. If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the correct position Try closing and then opening the door to check if it closes and latches correctly. If not you'll need to adjust the strike plate up or down, or even forward or back, until the door closes and latches properly. If the door still moves or jiggles, you may have to enlarge your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more prevalent for older doors, but can happen due to wear and tear, hinge mortises that are too shallow or are not sized correctly for the latch, or because of damaged or broken strike plate that is damaged or broken. If this is the case you can use a metal file instead of a chisel or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Eliminating upvc replacement door handles is an angled metal piece that slides in and out of a hole in the inside of your door. The latch is pushed forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to a hole in the door frame to keep the door closed. If your door wiggles when you close it, changing the latch could be the only thing needed to fix it. The screws that support the door latch are hard to spot however, you can put a screwdriver in a small hole on the trim plate and then pry the latch off. After removing the trim plate, you will be able to pull off the latch and the bolts that hold it in place and the spindle. If the latch isn't able to release it is suggested to use the clip of a paper or tool to free it from the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed slot of the latch and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel that the latch and handle begin to split. It is possible to repeat this procedure several times before you can remove the latch. After the old latch has been removed, you should be able to slide the new latch into the slot without difficulties. Make sure that the latch is correctly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers, and then use your new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame. Before installing the new handle, be sure to measure your existing backset (the distance from the center of the big hole on the front surface of the door to the edge). Also, make sure that the size of the latch on the new handle matches the measurement of your existing handle. If you are replacing the handle or latch or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder has been damaged, then you'll need an entirely new one. If you're not changing locks, a new lock should fit into your existing recess and will work with your existing keys. Be sure to choose the latch with rectangular cover plates that match your old handles. Take off the cover plate You can replace your old door handles with a new rose and lever designs to improve the look of your house. You can buy complete sets of escutcheons, privacy adaptors, escutcheons, and escutcheons. To replace an internal door handle remove the cover plate (or rose) that covers the screws and inner mechanism. Utilize a flathead to take off the cover plate. It may have an opening on one edge or be secured by pins. When the cover plate is removed, remove the screw that holds the inside handle in place and put it aside. You'll also want to take out the screws that hold the latch and plates and the latch plate, which can be done by loosening them with the help of a Philips screwdriver. Then, remove the inner plates and latch plate from the door and set them aside. Some doors don't have this gap. If it doesn't then you'll have to drill a hole into the door to accommodate the new handle. The procedure to do this is similar to the procedure opening a door using locks, but you'll need to take extra care to avoid damaging the door or frame. After drilling the holes, you'll need to install new screws for the door knob. Make sure to buy the same size as the previous ones, so that you do not end up with a handle that's too tight or loose. You'll also need to install a new strike rod and latch plate that aren't part of the majority of door handle sets. If you're looking for a quality replacement set of interior door handles look no further than the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome-finished handle set. It's a factory-fit and has received a plethora of five-star reviews from satisfied customers. It's a great choice for replacing worn out or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy.