Installing the door handle of an interior door instruction. How to install handles on interior doors

The most common type of lock for doors between rooms is a latch handle. Regardless of the design and shape of the product, installation is very easy. Consider the installation procedure for such a handle on interior door with your own hands.

Latch handle design

The models of this plan consist of two main elements: the product itself and the working mechanism. Both parts of the handle cut into the door leaf separately.

Latch models are available with or without a latch. The lock is an additional rotary mechanism. If it is not there, the door cannot be locked from the inside with a lamb, as well as with a key (a keyhole is placed on one side, and a latch tongue on the other, as in the photo).

Door handles differ in design type, but this does not affect the installation process.

Height and distance from the edge of the door

The internal element (latch) is uniform, so it is installed the same for different pens with latching mechanism. The height from the bottom of the door and the distance from the edge are standard.

For latch handles, there are two options for inserting into the canvas: 60 or 70 millimeters from the edge. The rotary latch mechanism can "walk" to the right or left by about 1 cm, and this must also be taken into account.

• If the handle has a spherical shape, and the distance from the edge of the door to decorative element leaf (e.g. glazing) exceeds 140 mm, it is better to fix the mechanism 70 mm from the edge. If you install the handle at a distance of 60 mm, when closing the interior door from the inside, you can hit your hand on the door frame.
• When mounting the pressure product, the indentation must definitely be 60 mm.

The standard handle installation height (distance from the floor to the center of the latch) is 900–1100 mm. If the door is usually used by one person, optimal height will be located at the level of his belt.

Installation of the product on the interior door is carried out on the right or left side. For models with a round handle, you only need to turn the latch design over. At the same time, the tongue should look towards the closing of the interior door. If the device is not symmetrical, the elements simply need to be swapped, focusing on the opening side.

What will we need?

To make the insertion process as simple as possible, prepare the following:

• drill (or screwdriver);
• wood crown (half a centimeter in diameter);
• drill (about 24 mm);
• chisel;
• a hammer;
• pencil.

Mounting process

Step-by-step instructions for installing a latch include several steps.

markup

The procedure begins with marking the door leaf.

• Mark the spot for drilling with a pencil. Schemes are usually attached to the product.
• If there are no explanations, you can apply the dimensions yourself. To do this, mark with a pencil a distance of 60 mm from the door edge, the location height is from 90 to 1100 mm.
• We mark the central point for drilling on the side edge of the door leaf. Dimensions are applied along the center line.

Hole preparation

At this stage, we do the following:

• Using a chisel, we hollow out a recess of 3 mm under the front plate of the latch, corresponding to its width. It is better to mark the center in advance with an awl so that you do not have to re-mark.
• Using a half-centimeter crown, we drill a through hole. It is best to do this on both sides of the door leaf so as not to damage the door coating at the exit of the crown.
• Now let's move on to the side edge. We take a drill for wood (about 24 mm in diameter). They need to make a hole for the latch in the marked center. Do not go too deep, otherwise you can make a hole in the canvas right through to the very panel.

Product installation

At this stage, we have two holes ready. We proceed in the following order:

• We install a snap-in mechanism in the side hole, fasten it with self-tapping screws.

• Remove the top of the handle. There must be a side hole for this.
• Using the key included in the set (you can take any other thin flat object), press the tongue inside the hole and remove the handle itself.
• We remove decorative overlay, we find mounting holes under it.
• We install the outer part of the product, and then the inner half.
• We tighten both parts with the screws that are included in the kit.
• We put on a decorative overlay and the body of the latch handle. In this case, it is necessary to press on the inner tongue with a key or other suitable object.
• Now the door needs to be closed in order to circle the place where the latch tongue touches the door frame. According to this markup, we hollow out a recess for the entrance of the lock.
• We install a decorative plastic pocket covering the wooden groove.
• We fasten a metal plate over the hole for the tongue of the latch. At this point, the installation of the handle is completed.

In the absence of a drill, all holes can be cut with a chisel. However, the installation process door handle will require some experience and skill and will take more time.

Video instruction

The following video will help to visualize the process more clearly.

Will require minimum set tools:

• Drill
• Chisel 19 mm
• Crown diameter 50 mm
• 23 mm spade drill
• Drill for wood or metal 4 mm
• A hammer
• crosshead screwdriver
• And a pencil

So, let's start embedding the lock.

Drill a hole in the center with a 4mm drill

We put the lock flush with the door and make a mark in fact

We drill through the hole with the same drill, observing a right angle.

With a 50 mm crown, we make a tie-in on one side of the door.

Attention!

Your specific case may require a different size crown.

We finish on the other side.

We take a self-tapping screw of a suitable length, close the door when the box slams, and through the 50 mm hole, we insert the self-tapping screw into the remaining 4 mm hole and, by pressing, make a mark in door frame.

According to the mark with a 23mm drill bit, we cut a hole to a depth sufficient for the lock latch to enter.

With the same drill at the mark, we drill a hole for the lock.

We insert the lock and make a mark with a sharp pencil to drown it in the door leaf.

With a chisel we make notches strictly according to the marks and make a selection so that the lock sits in a pot, then we fasten it with self-tapping screws.

We begin to assemble the lock, insert the outer part into the grooves (it usually does not require disassembly).

Then carefully remove the decorative "cup" sitting in the grooves, then press the latch and remove the handle.

We connect the two sides with screws.

We insert the handle so that the latch works.

We snap the decorative "cup".

We attach the reciprocal bar, make a mark, select the excess with a chisel and fasten it.

Done!))) Properly embedded lock is freely closed by pressing the door leaf until it clicks.

Video explanation for installing the lock

Instructions for installing a door lock (knob)

1. Door marking

On the door leaf, apply markings for installing the knob (lock) according to the template. The recommended distance from the floor is 965 mm.

2. Hole marking

After you have marked out, drill two holes: 50 mm in diameter for the knob (lock) handle and 23 mm in diameter for the latch mechanism.

H. Mounting the striker

Install the keep at the same height as the latch in such a way that the additional tongue of the latch remains recessed into the body of the latch when closing, which is an obstacle when wringing out.

4 Dismantling the knob (lock)

To disassemble the knob (lock), press the spring-loaded latch at the handle attachment point with a special key and remove it.

5. Latch length adjustment

6. Latch installation

Install the latch in the groove of the door (make sure that the bevel of the latch is directed towards the closing of the door). Install the cover plate with the rod so that the rod and withdrawal sleeves exactly fit into the grooves on the latch body.

7. Installing the knob cover(of the castle)

First, put the inner plate of the jujube overlay on the rod and fix it with screws (or screws). Then screw on the outer part of the lining.

8. Installing the handle

Install the handle in such a way that the groove on the rod coincides with the groove on the knob handle, press the handle until it “clicks”.

9. Rearrangement of the mechanism in the file handle

Latch models with a square handle (options 01 and 03) can also be installed on both left and right doors. To do this, you need to take out cylinder mechanism and the locking mechanism from the body of the handles and swap them (according to the figure), in accordance with the side of the door opening.

Installation order.

1.Determine the location of the knob and apply the markup, guided by the template and installation instructions.

2. Based on the installed latch body, mark the installation location of the striker on the door jamb and select the groove for the striker.

3.Install the keep and fix it with screws.

4. Alternately check the functionality of the knob outside and inside the room.

5. For models of latches with a square handle (options 01.03), installation on left and right doors is also provided. To do this, it is necessary to interchange the locking mechanism and the cylinder mechanism from the handle body.

As you can see, the insertion of the lock into the door is not so difficult task, the main thing is not to rush.

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Photographer: Vladislav Mazitov

Apartment renovation quite often occurs with the installation of windows and doors. But modern fashion trends, lately, sometimes force us to completely abandon the doors, as an example, in the kitchen. If the purchase has happened, and you have installed an interior door, then you need to install door handles next. In this material, we will analyze the steps for installing a door handle with our own hands.

Stationary, motionless;

Push, with a lock;

Rotary, often the lock in such handles is embedded inside.

Entering the building materials store, you need to choose door handles according to certain criteria:

1. Appearance and unlocking element of the handle. Usually, the handle is characterized by an oblong shape, if the handle is equipped with a push mechanism, or a ball-like handle with a rotation mechanism.

2. What is the handle made of and how does it feel to the touch. The door handle can be crafted from both wood and metal materials. As a rule, it is aluminum, brass, and several other alloys. Also, handles are stone, plastic, glass. The most common, of course, is a metal handle with a wide choice of coatings, as an example - chrome, nickel and others. The coating affects not only the kinesthetic personal sensations of a person, but also the color, durability.

What are the door handles

3. Is there a lock in the handle? The handle may or may not have a lock. Locks can be built into the handle, usually, you will remember such a handle as a round type. On the one hand, such a lock opens with a key, on the other it has a latch.

Attention! In hardware stores, handles are for the left hand, and for the right. Before buying, it is important to tell the seller which pen you need.

Door handle diagram (video)

In order to put the door handle, you will need certain tools:

1. screwdriver;
2. a hammer;
3. chisel;
4. bit;
5. drill with drills, there must be a feather drill;
6. tape measure, triangle, pencil.

We will analyze the installation using Apecs handles. They are very popular and most common in the Russian market. These handles are made of brass, given material also the most common in pens today. It is easy to process, not expensive, but how pleasant to the touch - many owners of such pens have already appreciated.

Below is a step-by-step recommendation for installing door handles that have a latch but don't lock mechanism. Please note that the insertion of a round type door handle does not have any major differences from the installation that we give as an example.

Apecs door handle

Principle mechanical work the door handle is unpretentious: the handle turns, the lock tongue goes into the door. For this reason, the very first step is to create holes for the handle, as well as cut a groove for the tongue and rotary mechanism. First you need to decide on the height at which the handle will be located. Professionals advise making a mark at the level of the belt, taking into account how much the arm will bend when turning. As a rule, this is a meter from the floor.

Attention! By specifications, which are regulated by GOST 6629-88, the height of the door handle must be exactly and exclusively 1 meter from the floor level. But if the house is your own, choose any height that is convenient for you.

Please note that when installing the handle in the rooms where the bedrooms are located, the handles must be installed at the same height. Otherwise, it is easy for residents to get confused in the dark.

But there are also cases when there are already connectors for handles in the door, but they are located only at certain points. AT this case If you decide to put the pen in a place other than the one provided by the manufacturer, then bad consequences are possible. Including, if children live in the house for any length of time, the height of the handle must also be lowered to at least 75 cm from the floor.

Once you have resolved the issue with the height, then at the measured height, you must immediately draw a line horizontally. A simple ruler will help you with this. 6 cm from the door edge marks the center of the hole with a dot or a circle. Mirror the markup to the other side.

The next step will be the marking of the lock tongue. To do this, mark the center at the end of the door between the future door handles. Attach the striker plate, and then carefully circle it. Before installing all the elements, you need to erase the pencil as much as possible, because after installation it will be difficult to do. Leave only the elements that you understand, for orientation.

Having made markings on the door, you need to start drilling holes for fastening the door handles. It's not hard to make them yourself. Using a drill and a pen-type drill, make suitable holes for connecting the door handles with a square.

At the end of the door, similarly, using a drill and a pen drill, make a hole, the depth of which will be equal to the length of the latch mechanism. Then, using a chisel, having measured the thickness of the lining in advance, remove the extra elements to a distance that will allow the bar to completely enter the door leaf. The whole process is clearly demonstrated in the video.

When you have installed the latch, you need to put the purchased door handles. Initially, a square is inserted from the kit. It will move the tongue as the knob is turned.

Then, remove the trims, which are round, threaded, decorative. They have in inside there is a special thread in the base, which is screwed to the door with screws.

Now you need to properly fix the locking screw of both handles, a special hex wrench will help you with this, usually it is included in the kit. The locking screw itself is needed to press the door handle firmly enough against the turning square, while at the same time preventing any slipping during operation.

Do-it-yourself door handle installation

The last step is to properly position the doorknob. Those. make installation of the mating part of the latch. To do this, it is necessary to lubricate the key tongue with oil, cover the door, and make a mark on the tongue with the tongue. door frame, in a simple way, scribble. At the same time, make a few trial openings and closings with a pen. Then, you need to attach an overlay, which should turn directly to the jamb, and circle it along the contour, including the inner hole.

The drill needs to drill a hole under the lock tongue of the latch, while the rest must be deepened with a chisel and a chisel. Make the depth 2 millimeters, or 1, depending on the depth of the bar itself. It remains only to fasten our bar with two screws. With an awl, make marks for the screws, and appropriately drill holes of the required diameter with a drill. Using a screwdriver, or by hand, we fix the bar in the door jamb.

Cut the appropriate holes in the door for the door handle

Installing door handles with your own hands is a simple process, but it requires certain knowledge and accuracy when doing the work. In this review, we will look at the three most common types of pens and understand the advantages and disadvantages of each of the options. We need to choose optimal solution and install it according to the instructions below.

Currently, there is no shortage of pens, the choice is so large that it can be a problem to determine the most suitable option.

1. Stationary;
2. Push;
3. Swivel.

Stationary handles

The oldest type of product that has been used for thousands of years.

First, let's look at their main advantages:

• Simplicity. There are no elements in the design other than the handle itself and the mounts. Thanks to this, installing such options is much easier than any other. The set of door handles includes only handles and fasteners, which is also important, because you do not have to assemble an ingenious mechanism and figure out how to set it up and install it correctly;

• Reliability, due to the simplicity of the design and the absence of moving mechanisms in it, there is simply nothing to break in such products. The only problems you may encounter are damage to the coating over time or loosening of fasteners if the handle is pulled frequently. It is possible to break such a structure only if it is made of low-quality material;

• Classic look. Such handles belong to the classics, therefore they are widely used in the arrangement of the corresponding interiors. Very often they are made in a luxurious style and covered with compositions that imitate patina or precious metals.

Also often found forged options, they too can be very, very skillful;

• Ease of installation. Fixing the door handle is within the power of any person - you just need to determine the location of the products, align them relative to, after which the self-tapping screws that come with the kit are screwed in;

• Various manufacturing materials. You can purchase products made of steel, brass, bronze, aluminum, plastic and composite materials. Wood stands apart, very authentic and unusual handles are obtained from it, very often precious wood is used for their manufacture.

Of course, there are also disadvantages, the main ones are:

• No locking mechanism. To close such a door, you need to install either a spring latch or a latch, and this is not always convenient. That is why such products are used less often than others and are most often placed in country houses, baths and outbuildings;
• Small selection. Although the range of this product group is rather big, only a few types of pens are usually found on sale. Most often you have to buy suitable options under the order and wait for delivery for some time.

rotary knobs

This type of product is quite common, and its main feature is that the door opens by turning the outer part.

This is a fairly simple and convenient mechanism, let's analyze its main advantages:

Note! Round form pens has several names -. The difference between them lies in the presence of a locking mechanism, which is activated by turning the handle itself to the left or right. The handle-button does not have it, therefore it belongs to stationary views.

• Interesting appearance . Most often, the handles are spherical or cylindrical shape and look good on the door. There are many options for execution, so picking up something for your doors is usually not difficult;
• Availability of original designs. They themselves are an adornment of any interior and can have a wide variety of colors or patterns on the surface - there are even crystal options, their price is high, but their appearance is luxurious;
• compactness- This option takes up little space and is well suited for limited space. In addition, the mechanism is also compact, which greatly simplifies its insertion into the door leaf;
• Safety. If you hit such a handle, then the likelihood of injury is low, unlike push options. Therefore, such products are often put by those who have small children.

Now let's deal with the disadvantages of rotary knobs:

• Low coverage reliability. Due to active use, the decorative layer begins to collapse, which worsens the appearance, and the accessories for door handles are not sold separately, and you will either have to use peeled products or change them to new ones;

Advice! As practice shows, chrome-plated products are much more reliable options in gold and bronze. Keep this in mind when choosing a specific solution.

• Poor workmanship. Most of products on the market are not very reliable and durable. Repairing door handles is not a pleasant occupation, and spare parts are not always available, especially if you have some kind of unusual option. In order not to have problems, try to choose products from those manufacturers that are widely represented on the market, at least there will be no problems with repairs;

• Impossibility to install other types of handles. If you decide to put a rotary option, then keep in mind that during installation you will have to cut in the door leaf big hole. After that, putting a lever or another option will not work, you will have to constantly put the same type of structure.

Push handles

This is without a doubt the most popular and common option, which is found literally everywhere. It consists of two L-shaped handles connected by a square, with which the door latch opens when pressed.

As for the main advantages, they are as follows:

• Ease of use - it is very easy to open and close the doors, and if the rotary options need to be moved by hand, then the pressure ones can also be opened with your elbow if your hands are busy. Most often, the handles are ergonomically shaped, which is also important, but to appreciate the convenience, it is better to buy products where there are showcases for door handles so that you can hold on to them;

• A huge range of products, you can find options for all kinds of colors and designs. You can decide for yourself which color of door handles to choose, which significantly expands the possibilities of decorating the room. There are also budget options, and the middle segment of the premium product, everyone will find a suitable solution;

• Maintainability. Most often, the mechanisms are interchangeable, so there are usually no problems with repairs. Yes, and in terms of reliability, this option looks preferable to the above, since lever system unlocking is more wear-resistant and durable.

It should be noted that such products are of two types:

1. Socket handles. Mounted on a small base, under them you can use different locking mechanisms. If a latch or lock is needed, then an additional socket is placed below, it has the same coating as the main element;

1. Handles on the bar are more often used on entrance structures, but there are also options for inter room doors. In them, the base of the handle is a bar, in the lower part of which there is a keyhole or latch.

Of the minuses, one can single out perhaps more difficult process installation, as the work requires precision, and any errors can lead to damage to the door leaf.

Description of the installation process

Now let's figure out how to put the handles yourself. Two options will be considered - rotary and pressure structures. There is no point in disassembling stationary ones, everything is simple there - you determine the installation location, and screw it on.

Installation of rotary handles

To get started, you should stock up on everything you need.

Naturally, you need a set of door handles, the following tools will also be used:

• Feather drills;
• Drills for wood or metal;
• A hammer;
• Chisel;
• Screwdriver;
• Roulette, pencil and square;
• Drill;
• Wrench;
• Crown on wood.

Installation instructions for door handles of a rotary type look like this:

Installing lever handles

Now let's deal with this option. Naturally, the technology can be different, since the production of door handles is established in many countries and everywhere there are standards. We will analyze the most common latch option, which is great for interior doors.

Conclusion

Now you all know about the types of door handles and how to install them. As you can see, putting the handles is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. You must follow all the recommendations and do everything very carefully. The video in this article will help you understand the issue even better, watch it if you are going to do the work yourself.

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In most cases, canvases for interior doors are sold in one piece without holes for fittings, which you will have to cut yourself. How to install handles various types on interior doors with your own hands - we will tell in this article.

Types of handles

On the shelves in specialized departments there are many models of handles for room doors. Overhead, push or rotary (knob) mechanisms are usually placed on swing doors, which can be equipped with latches or locks. For compartment doors, mortise models in the form of an oblong ellipse are most often purchased, but it is also possible to use elongated overhead handles in the form of brackets or handrails.

List of tools

To set the handle to door leaf you will need the following tools:

• Electric drill;
• Crown for wood with a diameter of 50 mm;
• Wood drill 15-25 mm;
• Crosshead screwdriver;
• Roulette;
• Pencil;
• Chisel;
• A hammer.

For easier installation of door handles on interior doors, you can use a paper template that looks like a 1: 1 handle body diagram. Such a scheme is attached in the box along with the product or printed on a printer. According to the template attached to the canvas, markings and grooves under the handle are applied.

Installation

Installation of the handle begins with determining the height of its location on the interior door from the floor, most often this figure is 90-100 cm. All handles on room doors are placed at the same level for harmonious visual perception.

The next step is to mark the holes and grooves for the product. Experienced installers recommend tapping the canvas before marking, since most interior doors are made in the form of a frame and lintels made of bars, covered on top with MDF panels, natural or eco-veneer. The locking fittings must be installed exactly in the bar, since the outer panels are not able to support the weight of the mechanism due to the presence of a void between them.

It is better to put the handle on the canvas removed from the hinges or carefully fixed in the open position. Products for opening / closing the door may differ in size, location of mounting holes and installation methods, therefore, before installation, read the manufacturer's recommendations in the instructions.

Installing the Knob

Before installation, the marking of the main recesses for fasteners is first applied according to the template, in the absence of which the marking is carried out simultaneously with the insertion of the components.

At a height of 90-100 cm from the floor and an indent of 6 cm from the outer end side of the canvas, the first mark is outlined. An axial line is applied at the end and the center of the recess for the tongue is marked.

In order for the reciprocal latch plate to be flush with the leaf cover, a small rectangular recess is selected in the outer end of the door with a chisel and a hammer according to the size of the side plate and a depth of 0.3-0.4 cm.

Using an overlay in the form of a 50 mm crown, a drill cuts a hole through at the site of the first mark. Try to keep the edges of the saw cut smooth, without damage and loss of attractiveness of the door.

From the end of the door on the marked center, a recess is sawn with a pen drill, the depth and diameter of which correspond to the body of the constipation. Do not cut through the hole, as this can cause damage to the panel. The latch is inserted into the recess and fixed with hardware.

Before you put the knob-knob, it will have to be disassembled into parts using the hex key that comes with the kit. Half of the knob with a rectangular pin is inserted into the through hole through the latch on the interior door and screwed on one side. On the other hand, the second part of the knob is strung on the pin and screwed with a bolt. Self-tapping screws are screwed from each part, which are then hidden behind decorative overlays.

The sash with the handle installed is slightly covered, the location of the upper and lower parts of the tongue is outlined on the door frame. The square measures the gap between the edge of the sash and the center of the end plate of the lock, after which the resulting parameters are duplicated on the door frame.

A second bar is superimposed on the markings made on the door frame, according to the dimensions of which a small recess is knocked out with a chisel and a hammer. The box is knocked out to such a depth that the extended tongue and side plank. After that, the bar is screwed with hardware over the groove.

Some models of knobs are equipped with special plastic inserts that are inserted into the grooved hole under the tongue and hide the fasteners. Such an insert can be purchased separately in specialized departments.
The installation of lever handles is carried out in a similar way.

Installation of handles for compartment doors

Before you put the handle on the interior compartment door, you need to prepare an electric drill, a Phillips screwdriver and a chisel. Handles for this type of door opening are made in the form of a plastic insert in the form of an elongated oval and a decorative latch in the plastic part.

The size of the plastic insert is marked on the canvas with a simple pencil. With a pen drill and a chisel, a recess is knocked out in the full-bodied part of the canvas along the height and length of the liner. An insert is inserted into the prepared groove and fixed from above and below with hardware. The decorative part of the product simply snaps into place inside the plastic component.

A similar procedure is carried out with the second part of the handle on the back of the canvas.

Installing a door handle with a magnetic lock

Handles for room doors with a magnetic lock can have different shape handles, and the locking mechanism itself is shaped like a conventional mortise lock and is mounted in the same way as it is. For smooth slamming of the sash, you will need to set the striker of the handle as accurately as possible. On the door in the closed position, the markings of the upper and lower edges of the lock are carefully transferred on the loot. A reciprocal bar is superimposed on the markup and the position of the groove for the magnet is outlined, which is then drilled using a pen drill of the desired diameter. After that, a magnet is placed in the prepared recess, which is fixed on top with a counterplate with self-tapping screws to the frame. On the interior door, the bar on the frame of the magnetic lock is never flush, because over time, in a similar position, the magnet weakens and ceases to hold the sash tightly.

Installation of fixed door handles

Stationary handles are divided into two main categories according to the type of attachment: overhead and mortise. The first, in a matter of seconds, are screwed in the right place of the canvas onto hardware that is suitable in size. Before installing the embedded stationary door handle, holes are drilled through in the interior door leaf, into which the threaded stud is screwed. Handles are screwed along the edges of the stud.

Possession of both basic plumbing skills and necessary tool allows you to put the door handle on the interior door without much difficulty. The main condition is to accurately mark and not get into possible voids in the door.