Converting Antique Door Hardware to New
#1
02-19-08, 03:18 AM
Converting Antique Door Hardware to New
Hello,
I searched all over Google and found nothing, but maybe I don't know the correct terminology to use.
On one of the doors in my house, I need to convert from the old mortise lock type hardware to a modern doorknob and latch.
Are there any products/how to links you know of that can help with filling in the big hole on the side of the door where the mortise cartridge slides in to accomodate a modern hardware set?
Thanks!
I searched all over Google and found nothing, but maybe I don't know the correct terminology to use.
On one of the doors in my house, I need to convert from the old mortise lock type hardware to a modern doorknob and latch.
Are there any products/how to links you know of that can help with filling in the big hole on the side of the door where the mortise cartridge slides in to accomodate a modern hardware set?
Thanks!
#2
02-19-08, 03:44 AM
There are metal hardware sets for doing just that at home/hardware stores. As for filling the mortise gap, a piece of pine cut to fit will do just fine. Since all were different sizes, there is not set size, so it must be made to fit.
#3
02-19-08, 04:02 AM
Thanks for the response!
So I would cut a piece of pine the shape of the mortise hole and insert it. Would I fasten it in with glue or countersink some screws?
After that, I am assuming I would take a circular shaped saw blade (sorry, not sure what those are called) and drill a circlular hole through the door for the new knob set. And then drill another hole through the side so the latch could pop out?
Sounds difficult - is it?
Thanks again!
So I would cut a piece of pine the shape of the mortise hole and insert it. Would I fasten it in with glue or countersink some screws?
After that, I am assuming I would take a circular shaped saw blade (sorry, not sure what those are called) and drill a circlular hole through the door for the new knob set. And then drill another hole through the side so the latch could pop out?
Sounds difficult - is it?
Thanks again!
#4
02-19-08, 03:32 PM
Basically that is correct. But the kits that you can buy are usually brass and cover most of the old mortise work. They look good, and add strength to that part of the door.
