Door Lever Handle

Hardware · Moderate

Lever-style door handles — the grip-free alternative to knobs that also solves the arthritic-hands and full-arms problem. Swaps into the same bore as most knobs.

Tools you may need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Tape measure

Steps

1. 1Remove the two through-bolts and pull the old knob halves out.
2. 2Note the latch orientation and lever handing before unscrewing the latch faceplate.
3. 3Install the new latch, then feed the lever spindle through and bolt the halves together.
4. 4Test lever swing, latch, and lock action through five full cycles.

Maintenance

Tighten through-bolts yearly; loose levers strip their internal seats fast. (Suggested interval: every 1 year.)