Using a square mark this centre line for approximately 4 100mm on the face of the.
How to fit fire door handles.
Ironmongery includes all the items that are used on a fire door such as hinges overhead door closers latches locks and handles.
If the screwdriver slips it could scratch your new handle.
Fitting the door handle comes after all the fiddly work but it still requires a good eye.
The fire door will not work in the event of a fire unless the correct ironmongery has been fitted and maintained.
Painting the door optional once you ve fitted your new door furniture you might want to spruce up the door itself.
First of all decide on an appropriate height for the door handles and mark the centre of the door handle on the edge of the door with a pencil.
Use masking tape to secure the door handle kit s template to the door at this spot.
Use the handle s face plate to trace the outline with a pencil.
Screw the faceplate into the side of the door.
Your brand new handles deserve to be shown off to their best after all.
Consult the template for the faceplate depth and chisel this part of the door out.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy home project that you can do with a pre made kit.
Put your tape measure on the floor in front of your door and measure up 41 inches from the floor since this is the most common placement for door handles.
This screw holds the plate in place and it is usually sunk into the side of the plate making it difficult to see at first glance.
From this post you will learn how to fit the latch latch plate and door handles to a new door and door frame.
Fitting the correct ironmongery forms part of the fire door s test accreditation.