Your brand new handles deserve to be shown off to their best after all.
How to fit fire door handles.
How to fit the door handle.
Fitting the correct ironmongery forms part of the fire door s test accreditation.
This screw holds the plate in place and it is usually sunk into the side of the plate making it difficult to see at first glance.
Painting the door optional once you ve fitted your new door furniture you might want to spruce up the door itself.
If you want to paint the door check out our guide on how to paint a door like a pro.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy home project that you can do with a pre made kit.
Ironmongery includes all the items that are used on a fire door such as hinges overhead door closers latches locks and handles.
Put your tape measure on the floor in front of your door and measure up 41 inches from the floor since this is the most common placement for door handles.
From this post you will learn how to fit the latch latch plate and door handles to a new door and door frame.
If the screwdriver slips it could scratch your new handle.
Use masking tape to secure the door handle kit s template to the door at this spot.
Consult the template for the faceplate depth and chisel this part of the door out.
Using a square mark this centre line for approximately 4 100mm on the face of the.
Screw the faceplate into the side of the door.
Fitting the door handle comes after all the fiddly work but it still requires a good eye.
Use the handle s face plate to trace the outline with a pencil.