For many novice do it yourselfers however the most difficult part is the first step.
Remove door handle with faceplate.
If screws are present insert a screwdriver and remove them by.
Removing a handle with a cover plate 1.
If you don t see a notch and the cover plate is round try turning.
When you look at the faceplate you can see it s two parts.
Once the knob is removed you ll have to use a flathead screwdriver or other object to pry the faceplate from the door.
Try turning a round cover plate counterclockwise.
Remove the faceplate screws by.
While this sounds like a caveman way of doing it all you need to remove a defiant doorknob faceplate or any other brand for that matter is a standard flat headed screwdriver.
Remove the shaft screw by turning counterclockwise with a screwdriver or hex wrench.
Check around the plate where it meets the door for a small notch or.
It s a simple job anyone can tackle in less than 15 minutes.
This screw holds.
Remove the doorknob from the door by either engaging the hidden latch near the base of the doorknob or by unscrewing it.
Use an allen wrench to remove the lever.
Pry off the cover plate if it has a notch.
Turn the wrench to remove the fastener then pull the lever away from the door by hand.
Insert the screwdriver into the slight opening between the two parts and pry.
Examine the edge of the door handle s metal plate on the interior side of the door looking for a hidden recessed screw.
You don t need a locksmith to replace a faulty lockset on an interior door.
Diy remove replace door s handle with hidden screws.
Remove the doorknob and faceplate from your side of the door.
Inspect the doorknob plate and check for mounting screws or a small slot where the plate meets the door if screws are not apparent.
Check for any.
How to remove a door handle with no visible screws.
Find an allen wrench that fits the screw by trying each different size in the set until.
Some lever handles have hexagonal shaped fasteners that require an allen wrench for removal.
Look for these fasteners along the base of the lever then use an allen wrench that fits snugly into the head of the fastener.