I had to fix it.
Repairng old dexter handle set on front door.
If you have more that 5 1 2 inches here you can still use a sectional handleset on your door.
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See measurement b in the image to the right.
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.
Here is the handleset i bought.
And an internal knob that contains the locking mechanism on such doors.
That s why it s important to choose the right handleset.
My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside.
Here s how i did it.
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.
Make sure the square metal rod running through the mechanism turns the latch mechanism.
Inspect the insides of each handle making sure both move when the handle is lowered.
The standard residential door prep for entry doors is two 2 1 8 bore holes 5 1 2 center to center.
Sectional handlesets have a seperate deadbolt body so the b measurement is actually variable.
Your front door is more than just an entrance it s also a showpiece one of the first things a guest sees.
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We also carry push plates and door handles as well as door kick plates.
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.
Remove the screws on the inside door handle and pull both handles off the door at the same time.
An external knob mounted on the exterior door surface that may or may not have a keyhole.
Consider installing replacement parts if the handles do not turn the rod.
Dexter doorknobs are manufactured by schlage a manufacturer of both home and commercial security products.