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Door Handle Replacement Its worth replacing door handles if you arent happy with the way they look or if theyre difficult to use Installing the new handle on your door is simple if you have patience Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates that hide the screws to give them an attractive appearance If your new handle doesnt already have them attached you will have to attach them separately Removal of the old Handle Door handles are not only important for their aesthetic value to your home but theyre also essential for security as they let you lock and unlock your door As time passes the door handle could become loose or feel a bit loose It might also appear old and worn This is a sign that its probably time to replace it If your door handle is becoming difficult to use it might be time to replace it This is a serious problem since you wont be capable of locking or unlocking the door which could put you and your family at risk Its also recommended to replace the handle on your door in the event that its damaged or broken A damaged or broken door handle can be very dangerous especially if your children or elderly family members have difficulty opening it and get trapped within Luckily its quite easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the handle that was broken Most modern door handles are standard size and therefore will fit on any door If you are not certain that your new door handle will work take off the old one and measure the holes in its housing This will help you buy the correct sized door handle It is the easiest way to remove the old door handle by unscrewing it from the door This is typically done with a screw driver Some door handles come with a cover plate which hides the mounting screws It is necessary to remove this to get to the screws After you have removed the old handle take note of the way in which the spindle is attached This will assist you in aligning the new handle You can also remove the door handle by depressing the latch mechanism This is usually done with the screwdriver but youll need to locate the small latch which should be just to the left of the trim piece After you have removed the latch youll need to remove the handle from the strike plate and then the latch off the doors edge Take off the Strike Plate If you are replacing the handle youll need to replace the latch plate which is the hole that the doors latch is inserted into when it closes The box that the new handles come with will offer two different latch plates either a rectangular or a circular one see the diagram above for the parts of the door handle If your current latch plate is rectangular in shape swap it to a circular one so that the latch hooks into the strike plate in a way that makes the handle more comfortable to use The first step is to remove the screw thats holding the latch plate that was previously in place The screws can be very tight and may require some force to loosen It might be beneficial to have a second person assist with this part if possible The latch plate should come out of the door after the screws have been removed If it is stuck or doesnt move then use a small nail file to scrape the edges of the latch plate This may help free the plate Now you can proceed to making the new door strike plate for installation Install the latch plate in the doorjamb using the wood screws that were included with the new handles Dont over tighten your screws as this can damage the strike plate If youre unsure 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 it doesnt youll need to adjust the strike plate up or down or move it forward or back until the door shuts and latches properly If the door continues to move or jiggles you may have to expand your latch hole on the strike plate This is more common on older doors It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too small a wrong size latch or a damaged strike plate If this is the case follow the exact procedure as adjusting the strike plate but with an iron file instead of a chisel and hammer Removal of the Latch The latch is a curved metal piece that slides into and out of a hole in the inside of your door The latch is pushed forward when you turn the handle It also catches an opening in the doors frame so that the door is closed If your door shakes when you close it changing the latch might be all you need to correct the issue Its difficult to see the screws that secure the latch to the door but theres usually a tiny slot on the trim plate that allows you to insert a screwdriver into the slot and remove it After taking off the trim plate you should be able to take off the latch and the bolts that hold it and the spindle that holds it If the latch isnt easily removed using a paperclip or tool to remove it from the handle mechanism Insert the item in the recessed latch slot and gently twist it or jiggle until the that the latch and handle are beginning to break off It may take this several times before the latch is loose enough to let it out After the old latch is removed and the old latch is removed you should be able to move the new latch into the slot without any problems Make sure that the latch is properly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers and then use the new screws to secure it to the strike plate and door frame Check the backset of the current handle the distance between the centre of the large hole on the doors front and the edge before installing the new handle Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle matches the measurement Youll require a brand new cylinder for your lock if youre replacing the handle and latch or if your current one is damaged If youre not switching locks a new lock should fit in your existing recess and will work with your current keys Make sure you select the latch with rectangular cover plates that match the handles you have Take off the cover plate Door handles may begin to look worn over time However if you replace them with a contemporary leveronrose designs its a quick and easy DIY project and decorating idea that will improve the overall look of your home You can buy complete sets of door handles that come with matching escutcheons and privacy adaptor kits To replace the door handle inside take off the cover plate or rose which protects the screws and the inner mechanism Find a release tab on the plate and employ a flathead screwdriver remove it from the knob It may have an opening along one side or be held in place by pins Remove the screw that is holding the handle in the interior and place it aside when the cover plate is removed Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates You can loosen them using a Philips Screwdriver Then take the inner plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside Not all doors have this gap If it doesnt youll need to make a hole in the door for the new handle The procedure to do this is the same as for opening a door with a lock but youll need to take extra care not to damage the door or frame After the holes are drilled youll need to install new screws for the door knob Make sure you purchase the same size as the old ones so that you do not end up with an handle that is either too tight or too loose Youll also need to install an additional latch plate and strike rod that arent part of most door handle sets Amazons Choice FAERSI 2piece chrome finish handle sets are an excellent choice if youre in the market of a highquality interior door handle replacement set Its a factoryfit and has received hundreds of fivestar reviews from satisfied customers Its a great choice for replacing worn out or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy