Indoor handle latch

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Hi

Our bathroom door handle was sticking, so I bought new ones in B&Q today. Having replaced catch still sticks s bit. Ie handle in open position doesn’t pull the metal catch all the way inside lock. Do I also need to replace that part as well?

(Photos show handle in closed and open positions)

Thanks
 
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Do I also need to replace that part as well?

yes

I expect it's a Tubular Latch.

take the handles off, then unscrew and pull out the latch. Measure the distance from the front plate to the centre of the square spindle hole precisely. It might, for example, be 44mm or 45mm

get the same size.

Ensure that the width of the square spindle matches the square hole.

The yellow Altro are very good quality, but cheap makes are also available.

https://www.ironmongerydirect.co.uk/search?query=tubular latch
 
Thanks for prompt response. Assuming I could get these in B&Q (if I can tolerate the queue and social distancing issues?)

Cheers
 
Update

Removed screws, but couldn’t “pull out the latch”. Is it possible this has somehow got stuck over the years?

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Update

Removed screws, but couldn’t “pull out the latch”. Is it possible this has somehow got stuck over the years?

Thanks
You did remove the handle first?
If it’s in very tight would explain its failure to operate correctly.
 
Hi

Yes, removed handle, then latch retaining screws. However, it won’t budge. Guess I need to pull catch with pliers etc. How bizarre.

Thanks
 
Removed screws
If it is stuck, put the old spindle back in, and tap it with a small hammer, from both sides, towards the door edge, and this will drive the latch out. Perhaps it is stuck with old paint.
 
If it is stuck, put the old spindle back in, and tap it with a small hammer, from both sides, towards the door edge, and this will drive the latch out. Perhaps it is stuck with old paint.

Cheers

Will give it a go.
 

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