The handedness of most locksets can be changed by using an included tool.
How to fit a door handle with privacy lock.
To fix this add a custom cut plate or a door reinforcer.
Slide the faceplate over the door handle and snap it into place.
In this kit the hole for the allen key is at the bottom of the faceplate.
Many new lock sets allow you to adjust the latch to either distance.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy diy project.
Fitting the door handle.
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.
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.
Repeat this process to attach the other faceplate.
Select a lock with the same setback.
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.
Use the allen key provided in the door handle kit to lock and secure the faceplate.
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.
Use masking tape to secure the door handle kit s template to the door at this spot.
And if you want extra added security consider electronic door locks or even smart locks.
Installing a door handle is a relatively easy home project that you can do with a pre made kit.