Take care to measure carefully as matching the size can be especially problematic in older homes.
How to put a lock on a door handle.
To lock a door without a lock you will have to tie one part of the connecting material to the handle of the door and then tie another part around a solid anchor point.
Use the allen key provided in the door handle kit to lock and secure the faceplate.
The inside handle will drop away.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy diy project.
Line up the spindle on the back of the handle with the slot in the latch sliding any mechanisms up or down as needed to fit the handle onto the door.
Use masking tape to secure the door handle kit s template to the door at this spot.
Smear a little lipstick on the end of the deadbolt close the door and turn the lock.
Push the striker and lock bolt from the door by sticking the screwdriver into the door face hole and pushing it toward the edge of the door.
If your new door handle attaches to the door at a point below the lower borehole like ours you may need to drill another hole to accommodate.
Put your tape measure on the floor in front of your door and measure up 41 inches from the floor since this is the most common placement for door handles.
When you open the door the position of the bolt will be evident on the jamb.
Before you learn how to change door locks measure the space where you ll install the replacement.
This video is about how to fit a door latch and door handle in an interior door.
Watch this step by step video guide from bunnings warehouse and learn how to make sure the handles.
Repeat this process to attach the other faceplate.
Slide the faceplate over the door handle and snap it into place.
An ideal anchor point is a solid material that is securely anchored down to the ground.
Grasp the handles on either side of the door and pull out gently.
The handle spindle and lock tumbler are attached to the outside plate and will pull away with it.
Measure the diameter of the holes currently cut out of your door so you can select a new door lock that fits those dimensions.