Here is the handleset i bought.
Replacing old double door handle.
This allows you to pull the door knobs off the door from both sides.
Open the door and stand with your back to the hinges.
My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside.
Your handleset will have a through bolt attaching the bottom of the exterior grip.
The best way to ensure that the correct replacement handle is purchased is to take the old door handle to the supply store.
Make sure that the replacement is the exact match or at least has the same specifications as the old one.
Here s how i did it.
With the new dead bolt and latch bolt in place fit the handle over the door s existing holes.
Diy remove replace door s handle with hidden screws.
In some cases door latch plate mortises might need to be cut or enlarged.
A drill may also be helpful.
Remove the two screws from the latch plate on the edge of the door and remove the latch from the opening.
Check that the new set has a latch because some handles may require the purchase of a separate latch.
It s important to match this length with your new handleset to avoid drilling a new hole in the door and unsightly patching.
If the knob is to the right select a right handed door.
The strike side the side with the lockset of these doors has a beveled edge so the door can swing freely.
Then remove the hinge pins and lift the existing door out of the doorframe.
Begin by removing the screws from the door knob on the interior side of your door.
To remove the dead bolt and latch bolt unscrew their faceplates located on the door s inner edge.
Replacing old door knobs and hinges and the best kept secret to help you do it.
An important measurement to double check is the c measurement shown in the image here.
All you ll need to replace an interior door handle is a screwdriver and the new replacement door handle.
Step 3 install the exterior handle photo by ryan benyi.
How to remove the old door handle.
If the doorknob is on the left you need a left handed door.
Measure the existing door and doorframe take precise measurements of the existing door and doorframe.
Replace the existing strike and latch plates in the door jamb with the new ones provided with your set.
I could write a list for you but let s concentrate on the interior doors and the reason why we had to.
Oh the joys of living in an old home she says sarcastically.
I had to fix it.
Some blank doors have a specific swing direction.
