Submitted by reginag on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 10:28am.
So, you’ve finally had enough of that loose, rattling doorknob. Or, maybe the doorknob has had enough, and finally gave in and expelled its last screw. Whatever the means, the end is here for your old doorknob, and the time has come to finally replace it. It’s not as hard as one might think, and after replacing the initial knob, an overhaul of all knobs may be in order, says Arizona locksmith. So, grab your keys and head for your nearest hardware store. Your knobs are about to be replaced.
Now, before you jump into the car, take a quick look at the old knob. It’s probably best to replace the knob with the same type of hardware which was originally installed. The time for upgrading may well be on the horizon, but let’s grasp the basics first. Some important things to note are number of screws, locking or non-locking, and width of the door. Once these are recorded, you will find the most complicated aspect of choosing a doorknob to be style. Doorknobs, unless they are custom-made, are all pretty much the same. Pay attention to locks, however. A closet doorknob may not require a lock, where a bathroom, bedroom, or secondary entrance door most likely will. Also, be sure and have the right type of screwdriver on hand. Most doorknob screws will require a Phillips screwdriver, but a glance at the requirement list, located on the doorknob packaging, will save you a second trip to the hardware aisle. Bringing the old knob to the store is always a sure way of getting the right hardware. Show the knob to a salesperson, and simply ask for a replacement.