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Default Fixing door handles

On Wed, 17 Aug 2016 12:54:07 +0100, Robin wrote:

On 17/08/2016 09:29, Kit Jackson wrote:

This isn't helped by the fact that the handles are round and the handle
itself is a larger diameter than the plate that screws to the door so
it's difficult to get the screws to go in straight. They are all at a
very slight angle.



I don't know if it is the best method but I've found it helps to make a
template for the holes in the plate with stiff card, then use that to
mark the door, drill pilot holes and put the screws in. Then when you
put the handle on the pre-existing holes keep the screws straight. Well,
usually


Yes, of course. That's the way to do it. Same as any repeated job,
first make a jig. Thanks.