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Door Handle Replacement Door handles seem like a small detail but if you aren't happy with the way they look or are finding them difficult to use and use, you should consider replacing them. Installing the new handle on your door is easy if you have patience. Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws for an attractive look. However, you will need to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't already have them. Removal of the Old Handle Door handles are not only important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they're crucial for safety as they let you lock and unlock your door. Over time the door handle could become loose or feel a bit loose. It may also begin to look worn out and old. This is a sign that it's probably time to replace it. If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it could be time to replace it. This is a problem because it means that you can not lock or unlock your door which could be the risk of security for you and your family. Another reason to replace your door handle is if it's damaged or broken. A broken door handle can be quite dangerous, especially when your children or elderly family members struggle to open it, and get trapped in the. It's easy to replace a broken handle on doors. Most modern door handles are standard size and so they should fit any door. If you're not certain if the new door handle you are buying will work, take out the old one and measure its housing holes. This will help you to buy the correct sized door handle. It is easiest to remove the door handle by taking it off from the door. Usually, a screwdriver is used. Some door handles have the cover plate, which conceals the screws that mount them. You'll need to remove the cover plate to gain access to the screws. After removing the old handle, make a note of how the spindle is connected. This will assist you in aligning the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by depressing the latch mechanism. This is typically done with an screwdriver however you'll need to find the small latch, which should be at the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you can take the handle off the strike plate and then remove the latch from the door edge. Removal of the Strike Plate You'll need to replace your latch plate when replacing the handle. It's the plate that holds the hole through which the door's latch hooks in when the door is closed. The box that the new handles arrive in will include two options for latch plates – a rectangular one and a circular one (see the diagram above for the components of a door handle). If your current latch plate is rectangular, swap it to a round one so that the latch is able to hook into the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle easier to use. The first step is to remove the screw that holds the old latch plate. The screws are usually quite tight and require a lot of force to loosen them. It is helpful to have a second person help with this task if you can. The latch plate should easily come out of the door after the screws have been removed. If the latch plate is stuck or refuses to move use a small file to scrape the edges. This can sometimes open the plate. Now upvc door handle can move on to preparing the new door strike plate to be installed. Install the latch plate in the doorjamb using the wood screws that were included with your new handles. Do not tighten the screws too much as this could damage the strike plate. If you're unsure whether the latch plate is in the correct position You can try closing and opening the door to see whether it latches and closes correctly. If not you'll need to adjust the strike plate either up or down, or even forward or back, until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door is still moving or jiggles, you may need to increase the size of your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more prevalent on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear, hinges that are too narrow, the wrong size latch, or a damaged strike plate. If this is the situation, use a metal filing instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Remove the Latch The latch is an angled metal piece that slides in and out of a hole in the inside of your door. The latch moves forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to a hole in the frame of the door to keep your door shut. If your door wiggles when you close it, changing the latch could be the only thing needed to fix it. It's hard to see the screws that secure the latch to the door, however there's usually a small hole on the trim plate that allows you to insert a screwdriver in order to remove it. After removal of the trim plate you will be able to pull off the latch as well as the bolts that hold it in place and the spindle in position. If the latch isn't easily removed, use a paperclip or tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the latch's slot that is recessed and gently move it around until you feel the handle and latch start to split. It is possible repeat this process a few times before you can take the latch off. Once the old latch is removed and the old latch is removed, you should be able to insert the new latch into the slot without any problems. Make use of the new screws to connect the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it is properly positioned in the slot, and aligned with the screw chambers. Check the backset of the current handle (the distance between the center of the large hole on the door's front and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. Check that the latch size of the new handle is equal to the measurement. If you are replacing the handle or latch or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder has been damaged, then you'll require a new one. If you're not changing the locks, the new latch should fit in your existing recess and will work with the keys you have currently. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates to match the handles you have. Take off the cover plate You can replace your door handles with a contemporary lever and rose design to improve the look of your home. You can buy complete sets of door handles that come with matching escutcheons as well as privacy adaptor kits. The first step in replacing an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and the mechanism within. Find an release tab on the plate, and employ a flathead screwdriver pop it off the knob. It could have an opening on one edge or be held by pins. When the cover plate is off, remove the screw that holds the inside handle in place, and then set it aside. Take off the screws that hold both the inner and outer plates. You can loosen them by using a Philips Screwdriver. Then, you can remove the outer plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside. Most doors have a gap between the jamb of the door and the edge of the frame, which allows for a handle, but not all do. If it doesn't, you'll need to make a hole in the door to install the new handle. The procedure for this is the same procedure for opening a door with a lock, but you'll be taking extra care not to harm the door or frame. After drilling the holes, you'll need to install new door knob screws. Make sure to buy the same size as the old ones, so that you don't end up with a handle that's too tight or too loose. You'll also have to install a new strike rod and latch plate, which aren't included with most door handle sets. If you're looking for a high-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 product and has received hundreds five-star reviews. It's an excellent option to replace worn or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy.