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Door Handle Replacement Door handles seem like a small detail but if you aren't happy with the appearance of the handles or find them difficult to use then it's time to replace them. With a little patience, you can install an entirely new handle in a short time. Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to give them an attractive appearance. However, you'll need to attach them separately if your new handle doesn't have them attached already. Remove the old Handle Door handles aren't just an important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they're also crucial for safety as they allow you to lock and unlock your door. But, over time the door handle could lose its grip, appear loose or start to look old and worn out. This is a good indication that it's time to replace your door handle. If upvc door handles is becoming difficult to use, it might be time to replace it. This is a problem because it means that you are unable to 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 when it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be dangerous, especially for children and elderly family members who struggle to open it. They could become trapped. It's simple to replace a broken handle on doors. Modern door handles are typically standard sizes and should fit any door. If you're not sure if the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will allow you to purchase the right size door handle. The easiest method to take off the door handle you have been using is to take it off of the door. Usually it is a matter of using a screwdriver. However some door handles have a cover plate that conceals the screws that mount them, so you'll need to remove this cover plate to get access to the screws beneath. Once you have removed the old handle, make a note of how the spindle is positioned to ensure that you can align it when you fit your new one. You can also remove the door handle by removing it from the latch mechanism. This is typically done with a screwdriver but you'll need to locate the small latch, which should be just to the left of the trim piece. After removing the latch, unscrew the handle and the strike plate. Then, you can remove the latch from the edge of the door. Removal of the Strike Plate When replacing 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 come with will offer two latch plates: a rectangular one and circular (see the diagram above detailing the parts of the door handle). If you have an old rectangular latch plate, swap it with a round one. This will allow the latch to hook onto the strike plate and make the handle easier to use. The first step is to remove the screw that is holding the latch plate. These screws can be quite tight, and will require some force to loosen. If you can, it might be helpful to have another person assist you with this task. The latch plate should easily lift itself out of the door after the screws have been removed. If it's stuck or won't move, use a small nail file to scratch around the edges of the latch plate. This can sometimes open the plate up. Now, you can proceed to preparing the new door strike plate to be installed. Screw the latch plate into the doorjamb using the wood screws that came with the new handles. Do not tighten the screws too much as this can cause damage to the strike plate. If you're not sure whether the latch plate is in the proper position, shut and then open the door to determine if it latches and closes correctly. If it doesn't you'll have to adjust the strikeplate up or down or forward or back until the door closes properly. If the door is still moving or jiggles, then you may have to enlarge your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more frequent with older doors, but could also be caused by wear and tear hinge mortises that are too shallow or are not sized correctly for the latch, or from damage or a broken strike plate. If this is the situation, follow the same procedure for adjusting the strike plate, but using a metal file instead of a chisel and hammer. Take off the Latch The latch is a curved metal piece which 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 hooks in an opening in the door frame to ensure that the door is closed. If your door wiggles when you close it, changing the latch may be all that's needed to correct the issue. The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to locate, but you can usually put a screwdriver in a small hole on the trim plate and then pry the latch off. Once you've removed the trim plate, it will be simple to remove the latch and the remaining bolts that hold the latch and spindle in place. If the latch won't come out it is suggested to use a paper clip or a tool to spring it loose from the handle mechanism. Insert the item in the recessed latch slot, and gently twist it or jiggle until you feel the that the latch and handle begin to break off. You may need repeat this process a few times before you can pull the latch out. After the old latch is removed it should be possible to insert the new latch into the slot without any difficulties. Make sure the latch is properly positioned in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers, and then use the new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame. Measure the existing backset (the distance between the center of the large hole in the door's front and the edge) before installing the new handle. Verify that the size of the latch of the new handle matches the measurement. If you are replacing the latch or handle or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder is damaged, then you will need a new one. If you're not changing locks the new lock will fit into the recess you have already installed, and also work with your current keys. Choose a latch that has rectangular cover plates to match your existing handles. Removing the Cover Plate Door handles can start to look worn over time If you replace them with a contemporary lever-on-rose designs, it's a quick and easy DIY project to decorate and will improve the overall look of your home. You can buy complete sets of escutcheons, escutcheons, privacy adaptors and escutcheons. To replace an internal door handle take off the cover plate (or rose) that protects the screws and the inner mechanism. Find an opening 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 a pin. Remove the screw holding the handle in the interior and place it aside when the cover plate has been removed. You'll also need to remove the screws that hold the latch and inner plates, which you can do by loosening them using a Philips screwdriver. Take the inner plates and latch from the door. Set them aside. Not all doors have this gap. If it doesn't have a handle, you'll need to make a hole in the door to install the new handle. The procedure for this is the same as opening a door using locks, but you'll need to take extra care not to harm the door or frame. The installation of new door knob screws is necessary after holes have been made. Be sure to purchase the same size as the old ones, so that you don't end up with an handle that is either too tight or too loose. You'll also need to install an additional strike rod and latch plate that aren't included in most door handle sets. If you're looking for a quality replacement interior door handle set Try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It is a factory-fit and has received hundreds of 5-star reviews. It's a great choice for replacing worn out or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy.