Door Handle Replacement

It's worth replacing door handles for internal bifold doors if you don't like the way they look or if they're difficult to use. With a little patience, you can install the new handle in no time.

Most modern door handles have cover plates that hide the screws to create a stylish appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if the new handle does not already have them.

Remove the old handle

Door handles are not only an important aesthetic addition to your home, but they're also vital for safety since they let you lock and unlock your door. But, over time your door handle can lose its grip, become loose, or appear old and worn. This is a sign that it's probably the time to replace your door handle.

One of the first indications that your door handle is in need of replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is a problem since it means that you are unable to no longer 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 when it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be quite dangerous, especially if your children or elderly family members struggle to open it and end up trapped inside. It's a good thing that it's easy to fix a broken door handle by replacing the old one.

Modern door handles are usually standard sizes and will fit any door. If you're not sure whether your new door handle will work, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will allow you to buy the correct sized door handle.

It is the easiest way to remove the old door handle by removing it from the door. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. However some door handles have the cover plate which hides the mounting screws so you'll have to cut off this cover plate to get access to the screws underneath. After removing the handle that was previously used, take note of the way the spindle is attached. This will aid in aligning the new handle.

You can also remove the door handle by depressing the latch mechanism. This is typically done with a screwdriver but you'll need to find the small latch, which is located just to the left of the trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, you can unscrew the handle from the strike plate, and then remove the latch away from the door's edge.

Remove the Strike Plate

When you replace your handle, you'll also need to replace the latch plate, which holds the hole which the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The package the new handles arrive in will have two options for latch plates - a rectangular one and a circular one (see the above diagram that outlines the parts of the door handle). If you have a rectangular latch plate, swap it with an oval one. This will let the latch hook into the strike plate and make the handle more convenient.

The first step is to loosen the screw that holds the old latch plate in place. The screws are typically tight and require a bit of force to loosen them. If you are able, it could be helpful to have another person assist with this part.

The latch plate should easily come out of the door after the screws have been removed. If it is stuck or doesn't move, use a small nail file to scratch around the edges of the latch plate. This may help free the plate.

Now you can prepare the new strike plate for installation. Using the screws made of wood that came with the new handles, screw the latch plate to the inside of the doorjamb. Be cautious not to tighten too much the screws, as this could damage the strike plate.

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If the door is still moving or jiggling, then you may need to increase the size of the hole for the latch in the strike plate. This is more frequent with older doors, but can happen due to wear and tear hinge mortises that are not deep enough or the wrong size for the latch, or from a broken or damaged strike plate that is damaged or broken. If this is the case, follow the exact procedure as adjusting the strike plate, but using an iron file instead of a chisel and hammer.

Removal of the Latch

The latch is the angled piece of metal that is able to move through the hole that runs along the inside edge of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes the latch forward, allowing you to open the door. It also hooks into a hole in the door frame to keep the door shut. If your door shakes when you close it, replacing the latch could be all you need to fix the problem.

It's difficult to identify the screws that hold the latch to the door, but there's usually a tiny slot on the trim plate that lets you to insert a screwdriver and pry it off. After taking off the trim plate you should be able to take off the latch as well as the bolts that hold it and the spindle in position.

If the latch cannot be easily removed then use a paperclip tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Place the item into the slot for the latch that is recessed and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel handle and latch begin to break off. You may have to repeat this process several times before you are able to take the latch off.

You should be able slide the new latch into its slot without issues after you've removed the old one. Use your new screws to connect the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it's properly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers.

Before you install the new handle, make sure to measure your existing backset (the distance from the centre of the big hole on the front of the door to the edge). Verify that the size of the latch of the new handle is equal to the measurement.

You'll require a brand new lock cylinder if you're replacing the handle and latch, or your old one is damaged. If you're not changing locks the new lock will fit inside your existing recess, and will work with your existing keys. Be sure to select an entry point with rectangular cover plates that match your old handles.

Take off the cover plate

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The first step in replacing the door handle inside is to remove the cover plate or rose, which covers the screws and the mechanism within. Use a flathead to remove the cover plate. It could have a slot along one edge or be held in place by a pin.

Once the cover plate is removed take the screw that holds the interior handle in place, and then set it aside. It is also necessary to remove the screws that hold the latch and inner plates and the latch plate, which can be done by loosening them with the help of 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 yours isn't, you will need to make a hole into the door. This is the same procedure as opening a locked door however, you'll have to be extra careful not to harm the door or frame.

The installation of new door knob screws is required after the holes have been drilled. Choose the same size as the old screws to ensure that you don't get a handle that is too loose or tight. Installing a new strike rod and latch is also necessary. These aren't included in all door handle sets.

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