Put the new lever assembly in place.
How to fit a lockable door handle.
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Screw the screws into the holes.
Drill new openings and install.
Measure the diameter of the holes currently cut out of your door so you can select a new door lock that fits those dimensions.
Mark your brand new door with the location.
Drill the screws carefully being sure to keep your drill level with the floor.
Screw the faceplate into the side of the door.
Gently close the door checking if latch hits the strike plate in the same place.
Fitting door handles may appear complicated at first but it is an easier task then you think.
Take care to measure carefully as matching the size can be especially problematic in older homes.
Slide the faceplate over the door handle and snap it into place.
Follow our handy guide to fitting interior door handles.
Tape measure pencil flat drill bit for wo.
How to fit the door handle.
You can fit a standard mortise lock with a sprung latch operated by the door handle and a key operated locking bolt or a security lock.
Use the handle s face plate to trace the outline with a pencil.
Step 4 install lever assembly.
Before you can fit a door handle to a new door you will first need to mark regions to be drilled and cut.
Repeat this process to attach the other faceplate.
Use the allen key provided in the door handle kit to lock and secure the faceplate.
Fitting the door handle comes after all the fiddly work but it still requires a good eye.
Before you learn how to change door locks measure the space where you ll install the replacement.
There are usually no holes on the front and rear sides of the door for the door handle and if required the key.
Consult the template for the faceplate depth and chisel this part of the door out.
Most ready to use doors from the diy stores have a recess for a lock in the edge.
Be careful to fit the latch into the chiselled area and screw into the pilot holes that were made earlier.
Using the screws that came with your door handle kit attach the faceplate to the door.
With utility knife mark new spot for strike plate and trim.
Tools needed for this job.
Drill into the receiver hole.
If not take off strike plate.
Marking the door handle positions.