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How to Replace Door Handles Door handles are a key part of your home's decor. A new handle will bring your home's decor modern. Over time, your door knobs may become stiff, or even break. These are signs it's time to replace them. This guide will help you choose the right door handle replacement for your home. Door Knobs The handles on your doors will enhance the look of your home and allow you to open and shut them. door handles are available in a variety of finishes, colors and styles to complement your decor. If yours is beginning to show signs of wear or requires an upgrade, you can replace them in a couple of simple steps. You'll need to find the shaft, or spindle through which the knob is inserted to the door. Some have a small hole that you can insert an incredibly small screwdriver to remove the set screws that hold the knob in place. Some have a slot or hole that you can use a flathead screwdriver to press on a spring-activated nut, known as a detent. When you press the pin and the latch mechanism opens, it releases and allows you to pull or push the knob. Once you have the spindle, or shaft in your hand, remove the old knob and replace it. Make sure to align it properly and then check to ensure that the latch functions properly before tightening the new set screws. After replacing the knob, place the rod of the latch over the door's hole and lock it in place with the rod mechanism on the second knob. Make sure the holes are aligned then tighten the screws for the latch plate. Some people choose a smooth or brushed metal finish for their door hardware to give their home a sleek and contemporary look. This will match their other furniture. Others prefer a more rustic style which is great for farmhouse-styled spaces. If you have family members who have mobility issues You might be interested in a rim lock or lever style door knob that require less pressure to operate. While aesthetics have been the main consideration when it comes to door handle design, other aspects are being taken into consideration too. Accessibility and infection control are key considerations when it comes to developing new handle designs. For example some handles handle designs can be operated by an arm. Latch The latch that holds your door handle open will wear out due to age and use. It is simple to change the latch on your door handle. This will make a big difference in how it opens and closes. Depending on the kind of knob you are using depending on the type of handle you have, the latch may be part of the knob itself, or it could be an individual piece attached to the door itself. In either case, you'll need to follow the same process for removing and replacing. It's easy to remove the old latch, particularly when you have an entry handle that has a “magic” button. This tiny pressure-slot, found on the side knob, is what you need to press in order to pop the latch out of the handle. If your handle does not have this magical button the first step is to remove any cover plates that rest over the latch plate. These are usually rectangular or circular and can be removed using a screwdriver to pry them off of the handle. Some have slots where you can insert your screwdriver. Other handles just snap off. The next step is to unscrew the two machine screws that secure the latch and the inner plate to the door handle. These are the screws that are shorter with a sharp point and you'll have to store them in a safe place to reuse them in subsequent steps. After the screws are removed, you are able to remove the latch plate as well as the mechanism from the hole, and then set it aside. Now you can start on the new latch. Insert the latch plate into the door hole and secure it with the hardware provided. Make sure that the square pin on the interior of the latch is facing the latching mechanism in the handle and aligns with the other holes for screws in the handle. Then attach the latch's exterior plate using the screws supplied. Strike Plate One of the most frequent reasons to replace a door handle is because it is loose or doesn't lock properly. This is usually due to malfunctioning components of the latching mechanism, for example the strike plate being too small or has moved up or down on the doorjamb as time passes. This project lets you replace your old strikeplate with a longer one, which can provide better security for your door and ensure it stays shut. To determine if the issue is due to the strike plate, apply lipstick or a similar marking material to the latch bolt. Close the door and try to latch it. If the mark is located below the strike plate hole this indicates that your door isn't latching because the plate is too short. If the mark is above or below the strikeplate hole the strikeplate has likely been moved upwards or downwards on the doorjamb. Depending on your door, you may be able to just screw the new strike plate in the existing one, using the screws included with it. You may have to first drill holes and then chisel a bit of wood to ensure a tight fit. If this is the case, be careful not to cut too hard or you'll ruin the integrity of your doorjamb. You can also consider installing a new box strike plate that gives the lock a much stronger grip on the door and requires more force to open it. It usually requires two larger screws to secure the strike plate into the door frame. It is necessary remove the old strike plate, then drill and chisel the wood to make space for the new one. This difficult-to-find strike plate is made of solid brass and has a heavy-duty thickness. It's specifically designed to be used with antique rim locks. This kit includes wood screws as well as machine screws, so you can pick the right hardware for your requirements. Be aware that wood screws have a pointed tip, and machine screws have a blunter tip.