Reinstall the lock in the mortise screw on the faceplate and replace the spindle and knob.
Replacing an old interior door lock.
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Trace around the old door with a pencil to indicate where the new door must be trimmed down to size.
If you re in a situation where you cannot or do not want to use a drill to install your lock there are a couple ways of installing an interior door lock without a drill.
To replace the knob you ll need to remove the old doorknob and substitute it with a new one.
We also carry push plates and door handles as well as door kick plates.
If your new deadbolt has a concealed screw for the interior door knob consult the installation instructions for your specific lock.
Cleaning and repairing an antique mortise door lock.
Dust out the lock s case and spray it with a penetrating lubricant such as wd 40 as shown.
Replace the cover and make sure the key throws the bolt from both sides.
Reassemble and replace photo by kolin smith.
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Then put your key in a nice safe place.
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Replacing door locks you ll pay from 40 to 300 to buy a new door lock depending on design materials and whether it s a simple key in knob lock or a high end lock and handle combo with.
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.
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Lay the new door across a pair of sawhorses and set the old door on top aligning the top end and the lockset edge of the old door perfectly flush with the new door.
Prime line products classic bronze prime line e 2495 mortise keyed knob perfect for replacing broken antique lock sets and more fits 1 3 8 in 1 3 4 in.
If your doorframe is damaged you need a pre hung door which includes the frame and door if your frame is in good shape a slab also called a blank door image to the right is fine whichever type you use there are a variety of styles available to match your home decor.
Correct clearance for an installed interior door is 1 8 inch on the sides.
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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.
