Position the sweep so its weather stripping touches the sill and screw into place.
Installing a screen door handle.
Decide which direction the door will open.
Assemble the outside lever components insert the center spindle and install the new handle photos 2 and 3.
Install the handle set and associated hardware of the new door lock.
Slide the expander off the bottom of the door and install the sweep.
Generally the handle for the screen door should be on the same side as.
Now hinging is either left or right and is simply determined by the side you want the storm door hinges to be on.
If the old strike plate isn t compatible with the new screen door latch remove it and install the new one that s included in the screen door latch kit photo 4.
How to install a screen door.
Now a good rule of thumb is that you want the handle of the screen door to be on the same side as the entry door.
Required tools for this screen door handles project.
Take off all components from the door including the handle and latch from each side of the door as well as the frame part of the latch.
Remove the old latch if necessary by unscrewing its attachment screws with either a drill or a screwdriver.
Have someone help you safely put the screen door in the door frame.
Wedge shims between the door.
See the picture for a visual reference.
Even though the screen door may not be heavy to.
This video is how to install a screen door handle on a standard screen door.
Step 2 position the new latch in the desired location.
If your new handle set features a backplate position the back plate and fasten it onto the door rail with the plate.
You can buy a good handle here.
Installation instructions start by removing your old storm door handle.
Mark and drill the holes for the new screen door handle and install the hardware following the instructions.
If you re installing a backplate and your current handle doesn t have a backplate you may need to drill a.