Old Door Handle Repair

Notice the set screw on the base of the knob on the right.

Old door handle repair.

Broken storm door handles are easy to replace if you buy the same kind but upgrading to a top quality brass handle as we ve done takes a little extra work. Remove the door rose by inserting a small screwdriver into the small notch in the rose and twisting the tool to pop it off. You ll find door knob and door lock parts as well as door parts such as striker plates and skeleton keys. 15 to 30 minutes this video will guide you through the process of repairing replacing or tightening your door handles at your home.

Remove the inside doorknob by locating the button like our model metal tab or wire clip on the side of the knob that acts as a release. This screw should hold the knob securely to the spindle when you turn the knob. Carefully dip the end of a soft rag into the. To remove paint from glass door knobs heat a mixture of equal parts vinegar and water.

Meet the mortise lock and door knobs. Or build a completely custom door set simply by choosing a doorknob and door knob plate combination. Bring the mixture to a boil and then remove from the heat. Remove the old broken door handle remove the old storm door handle by unscrewing the two screws that hold the two halves together.