UPVC Replacement Door HandlesThe handles on your doors wear out with time and require to be replaced. It is crucial to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.
The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's position the lever and key hole sizes. Use the size guide to assist you.
Inline Lever/Lever
A lever handle or lever is a modern-day door handle designed to suit new or replacement doors. This type of handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. A number of manufacturers offer this handle including Avocet, ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.
Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle
The handles made of uPVC/Composite are made from durable materials, and are perfect for multi-point lock doors that need a heavy-duty design. The handles are inline and work from the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old.
The handle can be adjusted and angled to fit the needs of all users. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles. This helps ensure that the quality of finish and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever is adjustable to fit a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is situated further back in the door. A shorter lever can be used on doors that have a latch that can be activated with the thumb located on the inside.
Lever Pad
A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc functions differently to the lever type handles on doors. These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles inline or offset. They are usually used on UPVC doors with
double glazed door handle repair double glazing door handle repairs. They come in a range of finishes & variations.
The handles are available in various finishes, including White chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This gives the handle an outstanding performance and durability for the purpose it was designed for.
All UPVC lever pads for handles include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on a uPVC door. The backplate fixing centers of 211mm allow for a wider size handle that can often be a benefit in replacing a defective or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of handles that slide out of their horizontal position when not in use.
When choosing the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is important to match the dimensions of the PZ of the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC door. This measurement is often referred to as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect in ensuring that you have the correct handles.
Once you have the correct PZ size, you'll be required to make sure that the handle lever pads and push pads are of a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compatible handles you require for your doors. They are usually rectangular or round in shape with an internal lever and external push pad.
The majority of
upvc door handle repair near me lever pads we sell are sprung, meaning that they return to their horizontal position after not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This stops draughts and cold air from entering a
home door handle repair near me. The majority of UPVC lever pad handles come in both left and right handed models that allow them to be placed on either side of doors.
Euro Cylinder
Cylinder locks can be found on uPVC and other kinds of doors. The cylinder lock is operated by a key which unlocks the cylinder case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned with the pins in the lock, allowing them to rotate the revolving camera, opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.
The selection of a cylinder is crucial. It is based on the amount of use your doors and handles receive. External doors, for example, should be fitted with higher security cylinders and doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that can increase security, like anti-drill or anti-bump properties.
A euro cylinder needs to be measured accurately to ensure it's the correct size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, if there is one. It is recommended to do this while the lock is in place, but if this is not possible, you can take it off to measure. It is crucial to not have a cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.
The design of most newer cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These features are designed to minimize the chances of an attack by causing the cylinder to rotate in a different direction. This can to deflect attacks and keep your door safe.
Some cylinders are designed to withstand snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. A specially designed tool is used to break the break line of the lock and the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and more straightforward than opening a multipoint lock and leaves little evidence of a break-in, which can impede an insurance claim.
Spring Cassette
This spring cassette is found within the base plate of your door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to bring the multipoint lock handles to their resting position after using. There was a time when handles of this kind did not have a spring integrated into them, and as a result, they can droop or 'drop' once the locking mechanism is disengaged. This component is the best solution to fix this problem. It also stops your door from getting stuck in either the closed or open position, as they aren't easy to close manually.
These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with multipoint locks sprung They will not work with non-sprung multipoint handles. You must have a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please see image for technical diagram). These cassettes are a solution to broken or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC
door handle repair plate handles. They are sold as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.
These spring cassettes provide an excellent value solution to the issue of sagging door handles. They are simple to put in and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team for more information about our range of uPVC accessories and spares. We are on hand to help and happy to offer professional advice.