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jenvietas
03-29-09, 03:09 PM
I am trying to spruce up my house before putting it on the market. I decided to replace the handleset on the front door (first impressions count). I am trying to NOT drill additional holes in the door, but I can't find a set where the bottom screw will line up with the existing hole. My old set does not have any kind of identifier to tell me a brand name (I am thinking a no-name builders grade set).
Is there a "measurement" that is standard? Or a term for the measurement from the center of the lock to the screw on the bottom (on mine it is almost 8 1/2 inches).
Any advice would be appreciated!
THanks
Jennifer


GlobalLocky
03-30-09, 01:32 AM
Baldwin products make some great quality entrance sets, that are guaranteed for life.

Have a look at the range Products - BaldwinHardware.com (http://www.baldwinhardware.com/product_results.aspx?cid=1&csid=1&nav=1_6)

there are product templates that show measurements. Many measurements vary according to style and function

GlobalLocky
03-30-09, 01:42 AM
The Schlage Parthenon sectional entrance set has an 8.5" distance between the center of the main bore and the bottom screw.

See Schlage - Products (http://consumer.schlage.com/products/Productdetail.asp?StyleID=31)

Here is the template to support the product with the measurements http://consumer.schlage.com/products/pdfs/F300-Series%20Template.pdf

There are multiple brands that will probably be available but if price is a motivator, you might consider the Schlage option as a better fit. (cheaper too)

Baldwin are considerably better quality but are significantly more expensive (as they should be with their lifetime guarantee)