How To Replace The External Lever Lock On A Door?

This video demonstrates how to remove and replace an exterior door lock set, as well as an interior locking door. The process involves pushing the handle’s pressurer release to remove the doorknob, removing cover plates and inner door hardware, selecting a new knob, installing new latches and inner plates, and installing cover plates. The new knobs/handles are then pressed into their designated spot.

Replacing an entry door handle or doorknob is a quick and easy way to upgrade your home. The Smartkey solution from Kwikset is recommended for its security features. To install the latch, determine whether to use a flat, rectangular faceplate or a round one.

Changing a door lock is often necessary when buying a new home, getting a roommate, or experiencing a burglary. It can also be a quick and easy way to switch up your door’s look. The right tools are needed to remove the old lock and install the new one.

In this guide, most steps apply to interior lock replacement as well. Step 1: Measure for the replacement lock. Step 2: Install the latch. Step 3: Install the outside handle. Step 4: Install the deadbolt. Step 5: Insert the outside knob or lever into the appropriate hole in the latch. Step 6: Test the new strike assembly.

In summary, replacing a door lock is a simple and efficient process that can enhance your home’s security and aesthetics.


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How To Replace The External Lever Lock On A Door
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Rafaela Priori Gutler

Hi, I’m Rafaela Priori Gutler, a passionate interior designer and DIY enthusiast. I love transforming spaces into beautiful, functional havens through creative decor and practical advice. Whether it’s a small DIY project or a full home makeover, I’m here to share my tips, tricks, and inspiration to help you design the space of your dreams. Let’s make your home as unique as you are!

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  • Thanks. I’ve been trying to install new door handle and couldn’t figure out how to get the screws in past a metal cover till I saw you pop the shaft out to then pull off the cover. I could NOT figure that out and the instructions that came with it were of no help! What a headache. Took me like 1.5 hours to install the stupid thing because I did part of it backwards on the outside then the inside part 180 the wrong way. Ugh. I finally got it. Thanks for sharing.

  • Welp, I must’ve done something wrong cuz my door just pushes open even when it’s locked. There’s literally nothing stopping anyone from just walking into my room now. Not surprising since this is the usual result when I try to be handy. I’m good at a lot of things, but I’m definitely not gifted in the hardware department.

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