To fix this add a custom cut plate or a door reinforcer.
How to fit a door handle with privacy lock.
Slide the faceplate over the door handle and snap it into place.
Use the allen key provided in the door handle kit to lock and secure the faceplate.
Many new lock sets allow you to adjust the latch to either distance.
Place the lock against the face of the door so that the locks face plate is flush with the door edge now take a pencil and make a mark through the locks spindle holes to the door face the locks spindle hole and the spindle that will lock the lock allow the handles to work the lock correctly after installation.
Place the door lock against the face of the door on both sides and pencil in the hole on the door lock where the door handle has to be drilled into.
Select a lock with the same setback.
The handedness of most locksets can be changed by using an included tool.
In this kit the hole for the allen key is at the bottom of the faceplate.
Use masking tape to secure the door handle kit s template to the door at this spot.
Watch this step by step video guide from bunnings warehouse and learn how to make sure the handles.
Fitting the door handle.
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.
The award winning easi 2 install privacy lock the hendo lock is a new privacy door lock which easily fits most interior doors by utilising the existing hand.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy diy project.
And if you want extra added security consider electronic door locks or even smart locks.
Next fit the door lock in the hole and screw it into place.