It might be hard to find the right door.You only have to consider a few factors in your search.You can find doorknobs that fit your purpose if you focus on location, function, and style.
Step 1: Measure the hole.
To get the right knob, you need to know the bore hole's diameter.At its widest point, measure across the circular hole.Pull the tape until you hit the top of the hole.You have your diameter.For reference, write down the number of inches on a small notepad.
Step 2: Measure the backset.
Between the door's edge and the bore hole is the backset.This is usually 2 34 inches.Pull the measuring tape from the center of the hole until you hit the door's edge.This measurement can be found on a notepad or post-it note.
Step 3: Check the door's thickness.
Measure from the left edge of the door to the right edge.This measurement should be noted.The interior doors are thick.The doors are usually about 5 cm thick.You will need to purchase special hardware if you want the door to be average thickness.
Step 4: You can choose a lockset.
There are two main categories for locksets: mortise and cylindrical.The latter has a rectangular body that glides into a pocket.There is a rotund body that slips into a bore hole and connects with the latch bolt.The lockset is found in warehouses and industrial sites.Cylindrical lockset are used in a wide range of domestic and residential spaces.You can use an electronic door knob for the exterior of your house.You can choose between a key opening and a keypad.
Step 5: Purchase a passage knob.
These are used for rooms that don't need to be locked.The passage knob is used for storage and laundry rooms.If you have a room in your basement that you use to store your stuff, you could use a passage knob for that door.These usually don't lock.They do not have locking mechanisms.
Step 6: You can get a privacy knob.
Bedrooms and bathrooms use privacy knobs.There is a locking mechanism on the privacy knobs.Privacy knobs are meant to prevent outside access.You can push a button on the section of the door that is inside the room.A pin or specialized key can open the door from the outside.
Step 7: A dummy knob is used to decorate.
A knob that does not have a formal function is called a dummy knob.It is mostly used for decorative purposes.It can be hard to tell it apart from a door knob.There are dummy knobs on the doors.Many closets and cabinets have dummy knobs.You could get a dummy knob for a wardrobe closet or double doors.
Step 8: Put an exterior knob on your house.
The door has a doorknob on it.This would be used for the entryway to your house.The door has a locking mechanism.A deadbolt uses a throw bolt to lock a door.The type of dead bolt you choose will depend on how secure your door is.You can buy a single cylinder deadbolt.The doorknob will affect this type of deadbolt's usage.You could open the door with a key on the outside and a thumb turn inside.If there is an open window next to the door, you can open it from the outside.Buy a double cylinder deadbolt.The deadbolt has a key on both sides.It can't be opened by a person who broke your window and tried to open your door.
Step 9: It's important to coordinate style to function.
It's possible that your doorknob is going to be used for a storage room.It's possible that you want a beautiful doorknob for every room in your house.You need to make sure that the style you choose matches the doorknob's function.Don't use ornate styles that might impede a doorknob's function.If you want a knob that will be seen often, you may want to go with a more decorative design.
Step 10: You can choose a finish.
When you look at doorknobs in the store, you will probably see that each one has a different finish.White metal, brass, iron, bronze, and oil-rubbed bronze are some of the common doorknob finishes.It depends on both aesthetic taste and location.It is easy to clean the chrome bathroom doorknob.
Step 11: You can search widely.
You should shop for doorknobs in retailers that carry them once you have an idea of what you want.Major chain stores include Lowe's and Home Depot, as well as department stores such as Walmart and Sears.Larger selections can be found online, as well as the best prices.There are online retailers that sell new and used doorknobs.Special deals and free shipping are offered by these sites.You can check your local hardware store as well.
Step 12: There are research return policies.
If you don't like your doorknob, you can return it or exchange it.The price may include a warranty.