How To Install Door Knobs
Sue Pedersen • August 4, 2022
Installing a brand-new door knob or replacing an old one is a simple task that anyone can do if they have a bit of time. Follow these steps to place your new door knob into your door like a pro:
1. Remove the Old Door Knob
This step is vital if you’re replacing an old door knob. Otherwise, you may skip this procedure.
Detach the screws that hold the knob in place. Then, remove the interior and exterior knobs. Afterward, you may begin taking off the latch by unscrewing the top and bottom and screws on it. Finally, pull out the latch.
2. Install a New Latch Plate
For this step, you must ensure that your new latch plate fits your door mortise—the hole where the latch is inserted. The shape of your door mortise determines whether you need a round or rectangular latch plate. If your latch plate doesn't suit your mortise, purchase a new one that will match this hole. Then, fasten this plate to the latch.
3. Insert the Latch Into the Door’s Edge
Slide the latch through the door hole. Ensure the latch's beveled side faces the door frame. Doing this will prevent any difficulties in closing your door.
4. Secure the Latch Into the Door
Most latches have two screws to secure them to the door. Fasten the latch onto the door using the necessary screws.
5. Slide the Door Knob’s First Half Into the Latch
One part of the door knob has a protruding square steel peg. This part is the lock or exterior side. Insert this first with the peg placed in the latch. Putting this component on the right side of the door is also crucial. The door's lock section should be outside your house or room, not inside.
6. Place the Second Half of the Door Knob
Put the door knob's other part, ensuring that its screw holes are aligned with the first half. Then, with one hand on each door side, push the two halves of the door knob together. If either side gets stuck, they're not perfectly aligned. When this happens, take the knobs out and re-attach them, ensuring they’re correctly oriented.
7. Screw Both Ends of the Door Knob
Secure both sides of the door knob with the needed screws. Most door knobs are attached to the door using two screws on the top and bottom.
8. Test the Door Knob
To ensure the door knob isn’t loose, turn it several times. If it is wobbly, tighten the screws or use wood putty to secure them into the holes. You can also open and close the door several times to check if the latch slides smoothly into the door frame.
This step is vital if you’re replacing an old door knob. Otherwise, you may skip this procedure.
Detach the screws that hold the knob in place. Then, remove the interior and exterior knobs. Afterward, you may begin taking off the latch by unscrewing the top and bottom and screws on it. Finally, pull out the latch.
2. Install a New Latch Plate
For this step, you must ensure that your new latch plate fits your door mortise—the hole where the latch is inserted. The shape of your door mortise determines whether you need a round or rectangular latch plate. If your latch plate doesn't suit your mortise, purchase a new one that will match this hole. Then, fasten this plate to the latch.
3. Insert the Latch Into the Door’s Edge
Slide the latch through the door hole. Ensure the latch's beveled side faces the door frame. Doing this will prevent any difficulties in closing your door.
4. Secure the Latch Into the Door
Most latches have two screws to secure them to the door. Fasten the latch onto the door using the necessary screws.
5. Slide the Door Knob’s First Half Into the Latch
One part of the door knob has a protruding square steel peg. This part is the lock or exterior side. Insert this first with the peg placed in the latch. Putting this component on the right side of the door is also crucial. The door's lock section should be outside your house or room, not inside.
6. Place the Second Half of the Door Knob
Put the door knob's other part, ensuring that its screw holes are aligned with the first half. Then, with one hand on each door side, push the two halves of the door knob together. If either side gets stuck, they're not perfectly aligned. When this happens, take the knobs out and re-attach them, ensuring they’re correctly oriented.
7. Screw Both Ends of the Door Knob
Secure both sides of the door knob with the needed screws. Most door knobs are attached to the door using two screws on the top and bottom.
8. Test the Door Knob
To ensure the door knob isn’t loose, turn it several times. If it is wobbly, tighten the screws or use wood putty to secure them into the holes. You can also open and close the door several times to check if the latch slides smoothly into the door frame.
That's it! We hope you learn how to install door knobs after reading this guide.
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