How to Replace an Interior Doorknob
Obtain a replacement doorknob., Remove the two screws on the face plate., Remove the two screws on the knob plate., Pull the handles off both sides. , Push the faceplate and pawl out through the opening. , Loosen the two screws on the strike plate...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Obtain a replacement doorknob.
Besides the style, look for something solid that will hold up to regular use and last a long time.
Also, consider whether this will go on a bedroom, bathroom or closet.
Should it have a privacy lock? If you have lever-style handles and a locking handle, you will need to get a right- or left-handed handle appropriate to the door direction.
Buy a doorknob with a pawl the same length as the one you are replacing. , Twist counterclockwise to remove., The handles will come loose, so be prepared for both sides to fall.,,,, On this one, you can replace the face plate by prying it off with a flat-blade screwdriver.
Select the face plate that matches the opening in your door.,,, Be sure the pawl faces the way the door will close, so the slanted side will meet the strike plate.
Pushing with your hands should work.
Otherwise, you may have to drill the hole a bit larger.
Alternatively, you can place a block of wood against the face plate and tap on the block of wood with a hammer.
The black plastic collar shown in the photo can help to take up extra diameter if the opening is loose,, Check that levers and locks face the right directions.,,, -
Step 2: Remove the two screws on the face plate.
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Step 3: Remove the two screws on the knob plate.
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Step 4: Pull the handles off both sides.
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Step 5: Push the faceplate and pawl out through the opening.
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Step 6: Loosen the two screws on the strike plate and remove the strike plate.
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Step 7: Some doorknobs come with a choice of face plates.
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Step 8: Size up the new strike plate and pawl mechanisms with the holes in your door and door jamb.
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Step 9: Use a hammer and chisel to adjust the openings in the door and door jamb
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Step 10: if necessary.
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Step 11: Push the new pawl mechanism and face plate into the door.
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Step 12: Screw down the pawl mechanism
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Step 13: making sure it is as level as possible.
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Step 14: Insert the handles into the door so that the square peg fits through the square opening and the screw holes align with the threaded cylinders on the other side.
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Step 15: Insert and tighten the screws that hold the handle.
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Step 16: Install the strike plate.
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Step 17: Check that everything fits and closes properly
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Step 18: and make any necessary adjustments.
Detailed Guide
Besides the style, look for something solid that will hold up to regular use and last a long time.
Also, consider whether this will go on a bedroom, bathroom or closet.
Should it have a privacy lock? If you have lever-style handles and a locking handle, you will need to get a right- or left-handed handle appropriate to the door direction.
Buy a doorknob with a pawl the same length as the one you are replacing. , Twist counterclockwise to remove., The handles will come loose, so be prepared for both sides to fall.,,,, On this one, you can replace the face plate by prying it off with a flat-blade screwdriver.
Select the face plate that matches the opening in your door.,,, Be sure the pawl faces the way the door will close, so the slanted side will meet the strike plate.
Pushing with your hands should work.
Otherwise, you may have to drill the hole a bit larger.
Alternatively, you can place a block of wood against the face plate and tap on the block of wood with a hammer.
The black plastic collar shown in the photo can help to take up extra diameter if the opening is loose,, Check that levers and locks face the right directions.,,,
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