Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.
How to get a bathroom door handle off.
Find the screws on the side of the door that secure the latch plate.
Pull the doorknob over the retaining pin and off the door.
Unscrew your door knob begin by holding the door knob securely in place.
Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door.
With the plate removed you can now pull the latch mechanism through the side of the door.
Straighten a large wire paper clip out and insert one end into the hole until you feel the spring loaded retaining pin.
Pull the outer doorknob while pressing the retaining pin with the paper clip.
If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door.
Our quick video shows you how si.
Using a philips head screwdriver turn counterclockwise to unscrew a knob with standard hex head screws.
Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole.
Many door knobs have trim plates that cover the screws so removing them can be a bit tricky if you ve never done it before.