Put the new lever assembly in place.
How to fit a lockable door handle.
Use the handle s face plate to trace the outline with a pencil.
Marking the door handle positions.
Mark your brand new door with the location.
If not take off strike plate.
Consult the template for the faceplate depth and chisel this part of the door out.
Drill the screws carefully being sure to keep your drill level with the floor.
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.
Screw the screws into the holes.
Step 4 install lever assembly.
This video is about how to fit a door latch and door handle in an interior door.
Fitting door handles may appear complicated at first but it is an easier task then you think.
In this kit the hole for the allen key is at the bottom of the faceplate.
Measure the diameter of the holes currently cut out of your door so you can select a new door lock that fits those dimensions.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy diy project.
Tools needed for this job.
Screw the faceplate into the side of the door.
How to fit the door handle.
Be careful to fit the latch into the chiselled area and screw into the pilot holes that were made earlier.
Repeat this process to attach the other faceplate.
Fitting the door handle comes after all the fiddly work but it still requires a good eye.
Drill into the receiver hole.
Gently close the door checking if latch hits the strike plate in the same place.
Most ready to use doors from the diy stores have a recess for a lock in the edge.
Slide the faceplate over the door handle and snap it into place.
Watch this step by step video guide from bunnings warehouse and learn how to make sure the handles.
Follow our handy guide to fitting interior door handles.
Using the screws that came with your door handle kit attach the faceplate to the door.
Before you learn how to change door locks measure the space where you ll install the replacement.
Use the allen key provided in the door handle kit to lock and secure the faceplate.
Drill new openings and install.
Take care to measure carefully as matching the size can be especially problematic in older homes.
With utility knife mark new spot for strike plate and trim.