This instruction applies only to our door handles with mounting plates, such as Helix 200, Helix 200 Stripe, Helix 200 Plain, Pipe, Nord, Tavira, and Sintra.
1. Scandinavian or European Standard for Your Door Handle?
Before placing your order, it’s a good idea to double-check whether your doors are of Scandinavian or European standard. So, how do you know which one you have? And what are the differences? – Start by examining your existing mounting plates. If you haven’t had door handles with mounting plates before or if you have a completely new door, check how the screw holes of the lock case are positioned.
A door with Scandinavian standard fits model 2014- and lock cases with the same hole configuration. It is often stated on the front of the lock case (the part visible on the edge of the door). The mounting plate for Scandinavian standard has four screw holes of the same size, arranged in a narrow vertical cross pattern. The C/C measurement for the diagonally placed screw holes is 30mm. C/C measurement refers to the distance between the centers of the screw holes, and these measurements are always given in millimeters.
If your door has European standard, the screw holes are parallel to the square hole in the center of the mounting plate or lock case. The C/C measurement is 38mm, which means the distance between the centers of the screw holes. C/C measurements are always given in millimeters. Our mounting plate also has four slightly smaller holes to allow for installation in wood.
- In short, it is the placement of the screw holes that distinguishes European and Scandinavian standards from each other.
Therefore, don’t forget to check how the screw holes are positioned on your door to ensure you receive door handles that fit. Scandinavian countries usually use Scandinavian standard, while the remaining countries in Europe use European standard for their doors, though there may be some exceptions. Therefore, we recommend checking which standard you need before placing your order.
A door with Scandinavian standard fits model 2014- and lock cases with the same hole configuration. It is often stated on the front of the lock case (the part visible on the edge of the door). The mounting plate for Scandinavian standard has four screw holes of the same size, arranged in a narrow vertical cross pattern. The C/C measurement for the diagonally placed screw holes is 30mm. C/C measurement refers to the distance between the centers of the screw holes, and these measurements are always given in millimeters.
If your door has European standard, the screw holes are parallel to the square hole in the center of the mounting plate or lock case. The C/C measurement is 38mm, which means the distance between the centers of the screw holes. C/C measurements are always given in millimeters. Our mounting plate also has four slightly smaller holes to allow for installation in wood.
- In short, it is the placement of the screw holes that distinguishes European and Scandinavian standards from each other.
Therefore, don’t forget to check how the screw holes are positioned on your door to ensure you receive door handles that fit. Scandinavian countries usually use Scandinavian standard, while the remaining countries in Europe use European standard for their doors, though there may be some exceptions. Therefore, we recommend checking which standard you need before placing your order.
2. Find New Door Handles - The Most Fun Step!
Once you have determined the standard of your doors, it’s time for the fun part: finding the right door handle for your home. Start by clicking on the menu at the top of the page and select interior door handles. Here you will find a wide range of door handles from Beslag Design. Don’t forget that you can filter by style, product type, and/or color. If you’re unsure about the combination between your door and your new door handle, don’t worry— we have environment images that show different combinations. Feel free to click through the various door handles to find one that fits your home and style. You can also find us on Instagram and Pinterest for more inspiration.
3. Remove Your Old Door Handles
Start by removing your old door handles. You will typically need a screwdriver and an Allen wrench for this.
4. Install Your New Door Handle
Begin by removing the old handles and clean the area where the old handles were mounted with a cloth. Use a screwdriver with the correct head type when installing the new handles. The screws included with the door handles are M4 screws with a combination slot. This means that both a star screwdriver and a flathead screwdriver can be used. We recommend using a screwdriver to avoid damaging the threads.
4.1 - Once your old handles are removed, start by centering the included square rod, also known as a "rod pin," in the lock.
```4.1 - Once your old handles are removed, start by centering the included square rod, also known as a "rod pin," in the lock.
4.2 - Next, place the mounting plates on the square rod, making sure that the flat side of the mounting plates is facing the floor. The mounting plates should be positioned flush against the door. Then, screw the plates into place using the provided screws and nuts. Tighten the screws gradually to avoid putting too much stress on the handle. If you tighten one screw completely first and then the other, it may cause the handle to bind.
4.3 - When the mounting plates are screwed in place, remove the square rod and use it as a tool to pry off the guide plates located in the center of the mounting plates. Sort these as metal for recycling. The guide plates are intended to facilitate the installation of the mounting plates, but should not remain in place when using the door handle.
4.4 - Position the square rod so that the milled slot is facing away from the nearest edge of the door leaf. This is so that the stop screw in the door handle can be secured to the square rod. Center the square rod so that it protrudes equally on both sides of the door. Use a flat screwdriver to adjust the position of the square rod if needed.
4.5 - Then press the door handles into place until they click into the latch on the top side of the mounting plates. The escutcheon of the door handle should be flush against the door leaf.
4.5 - Then press the door handles into place until they click into the latch on the top side of the mounting plates. The escutcheon of the door handle should be flush against the door leaf.
4.6 - Now it’s time to secure the door handles. Tighten the stop screws using an Allen key, and finish by tightening them. The image below shows the tightening of the stop screw that secures the handle to the square rod. – Don’t forget the screw on the underside of the door handle; this stop screw secures the door handle to the mounting plate.
