Install a new door handle with a rosette is a great way to permanently change the look of your doors while improving their functionality. In this article, we’ll walk you through the steps needed to remove the old door handle and install the new handle of your choice with a rosette. Of course, the teams at La Quincaillerie are fully trained to help and advise you if you encounter any difficulties. Most often, our customers call on carpenters and locksmiths for ongoing projects. However, you can easily do this yourself if you’d like.
How do I remove the door handle?
The first step in installing a new door handle with a rosette is to remove the old door handle—the one you want to replace.
To do this, take a close look at your current door handle to determine how it was attached.
If your old door handle is attached with screws, you'll need to use a screwdriver to unscrew the screws and remove the handle from the door.
If your door handle is attached without screws, you'll need to use a flathead screwdriver to pry up the rosette plate and remove it from the door. Once you've removed the rosette plate, you can remove the door handle by sliding it out of the square.
How do I install the door handle?
To install the new door handle with a escutcheon, you’ll need a screwdriver, and sometimes a drill and a drill bit that matches the size of the screws used to secure the escutcheons.
Here are the steps to follow:
Most often, your door handles come with installation instructions. You can rely on them and follow the steps provided.
If your new door handle with a escutcheon doesn’t come with instructions, we suggest you follow these steps:
- Start by attaching the rosettes, which consist of a return spring with a cover (the rosette) placed over it.
- Determine which spring goes on which side of the door. Some springs are directional, indicated by the letter L (for “Left”) or R (for “Right”) marked on the spring’s surface. The L spring goes on the left side of the door—that is, the side where the hinges are on the left. The R spring goes on the right side of the door—that is, the side where the hinges are on the right.
- Secure the spring to the door using the screws provided
- Reattach the spring cover you just installed by snapping it into place
- Insert the square into the hole in the door
- Attach the two crutches to complete the assembly.
To secure the handles, push both handles in as far as they will go, then use an Allen wrench to tighten the set screw located at the base of the handle. The screw should be positioned under the handle for aesthetic reasons.
- The set screw will be inserted into the open end of the square, thereby spreading the prongs that will permanently secure the handle bracket to the square.
Your project will be executed perfectly if:
- You don't notice any gaps and/or misalignment between the door handle and the rosette, which form a perfect unit
- Your door handle remains perfectly horizontal when not in use
- You don't need to tighten it regularly.
It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions when installing your door handle with a rosette. If you encounter any problems or have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask us for help. Our teams are fully trained to assist you.
By following the steps outlined above, you can easily remove and install a new door handle with a rosette on your own, allowing you to choose a door handle that matches your decorating style and meets your needs.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to ask for our help in selecting a model that meets both your technical and aesthetic needs.
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