Repairng Old Dexter Handle Set On Front Door

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Repairng old dexter handle set on front door.

Remove the screws on the inside door handle and pull both handles off the door at the same time. That s why it s important to choose the right handleset. We have door hardware reproductions to compliment a number of periods from victorian door sets arts crafts door knobs mission style lever sets and a number door hinges to match. Dexter doorknobs are constructed of two parts.

And an internal knob that contains the locking mechanism on such doors. If you have more that 5 1 2 inches here you can still use a sectional handleset on your door. Schlage offers a wide variety of designs and finishes from angular to flowing classic to contemporary all designed to ensure that your front door is the perfect. If you have an older house with knobs that slip latches that are stuck inside the door or other minor problems then you should follow these instructions to remove the lock dis assemble it clean and perform minor repairs.

Sectional handlesets have a seperate deadbolt body so the b measurement is actually variable. Save big with coupons. Cleaning and repairing an antique mortise door lock. The standard residential door prep for entry doors is two 2 1 8 bore holes 5 1 2 center to center.

I had to fix it. Dexter doorknobs are manufactured by schlage a manufacturer of both home and commercial security products. Here is the handleset i bought. Inspect the insides of each handle making sure both move when the handle is lowered.

We also carry push plates and door handles as well as door kick plates. Make sure the square metal rod running through the mechanism turns the latch mechanism. Consider installing replacement parts if the handles do not turn the rod. Your front door is more than just an entrance it s also a showpiece one of the first things a guest sees.

We have dexter door levers handles deadbolts knobs and more with free shipping options. Here s how i did it.