20 Things You Must Know About Replacement Upvc Door Handles

Replacement UPVC Door Handles

Whether you're replacing your handles or need to add extra security you can find the right handle for your door. These upvc handle are easy to install and have the minimum 92mm centre distance of multipoint locks.

The most important measurements to take into consideration are backplate fixing centres and key hole dimensions for levers and levers. Check these carefully against your existing marks before ordering.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles are made up of a lever on one side and a paddle-shaped handle on the other. They are designed to be used with key wind locks. However, they can be fitted to multipoint split spindle door locks.

Once you have selected the appropriate handle for the doors the available finishes will be shown in the drop-down menu. Not all styles of handle are available in every finish though and it is recommended to check the sizes and technical drawings for the specific product that you want to make sure that you get the correct size and fit.

It is essential that when selecting the new set of upvc lever pad handles, they match the PZ (distance from the spindle of the handle to the center of the hole of the cylinder) of your multipoint door locks. This is because the handles must be lined up so that the doors remain locked, whether you are looking from the inside or outside. The handles we sell are designed to work with most conventional cylinder locks, however it is advisable to double-check before ordering.

If you wish to upgrade to dual spindle levers, you'll need to remove the existing handles and disassemble the lock case. This will require an additional split cylinder inline. You can purchase these separately. We have included a diagram of the technical aspects in the images of each product.

It is a good idea to loosen the screws holding your door handle, and then examine the mechanism. It is possible that you will need to loosen the screws a bit more when they aren't tight. Then you can take off the Old upvc door Handles handle and spindle and replace it with a new upvc door handle. Before putting the handle in position, it is recommended to ensure that it is in the correct position. You can do this by putting your finger in the gap between the frame of the door and the door handle to make sure it is in a level position.

Lever/Lever

Lever door handles function as a multi point lock using the Euro Cylinder and can be found on a majority of double glazed door handle doors made of aluminium, upvc doors and some wooden doors. They are equipped with an inside lever and a paddle on the outside and are usually supplied in two types. Sprung - these have a spring cassette fitted inside the backplate to bring the handle lever to the horizontal position. Non-sprung - these do not have a spring mechanism, and must be manually pulled to raise the handle lever to the horizontal position.

To fix a sagging lever door handle, you will need to locate the detent access hole or pin, which is usually an elongated or rectangular shaped hole or protruding pin situated on one side of the handle base plate. Once you have located the hole for accessing the detent or pin, you are able to remove it using an screwdriver.

Once the handle is in a horizontal orientation, you can re-install the screws and tighten them to make sure the handle stays secured to the base plate. It is also advisable to apply an adhesive that locks the threads of the screw to increase the grip and prevent them from loosing over time.

There are a variety of reasons why door handles of levers drop. The most common reason is that the fixings have been over tightened, and are putting pressure on the bearings of the lever, and causing it to pull against the patio door handle with lock face. It is also possible that the levers haven't been operated at a right angle, which causes compression of the latch mechanism and prevents it from fully springing into operation.

The most common reason for a spring lever not operating correctly is the spring not being in the right position on the backplate. The most effective way to determine this is to turn the handle and see whether it returns to its horizontal position.

It is crucial to fix any loose door handles immediately. This can cause excessive wear on the screws and the handle may even fall off the base plate. It is recommended to tighten all screws that are loose regularly in order to prevent them from becoming loose.

Lever/Snib

These handles made of upvc are also known as 'Snib' handles and have a snib button at the top of the lever that you can press down to lock your door in the event that you don't have the Dummy lock. These handles come with the Fullex lock 68PZ. (68mm between spindle and lock centre). We also carry a selection of other door handles with 68PZ from various manufacturers, including Ferco and Fab & Fix.

You can make your home more modern by changing the door handles, whether you are replacing the handles on your existing ones or installing new ones on doors you've constructed. There are a variety of styles of door handles made of upvc that include traditional levers on backplates, straight or curved short latches and dummy knob handles for multi point locks that are perfect for French doors.

Rose door handles are oval or circular versions of lever on backplate handles. These handles are identified by a lever or knob that is mounted on the backplate. The backplate is removable for concealed fixing.

There are a wide range of chrome and coloured finishes for these window locking handles to enhance your door and hardware, such as hinges, knobs and bolts. Some handles are supplied with grub screws to assist in firmly attaching the lever or knob to the spindle. Other handles come with bathroom spindles that can be used to operate bathroom locks. They feature a thumbturn turn as well as a release mechanism, ideal to use on doors for bathrooms.

Mortise

The tubular latch is most likely to be the culprit if your uPVC door handle is slammed shut. There are a few reasons for this, the most common being the simple lack of lubrication on the latch plate. It is possible to fix this problem by opening the door and spraying lubricant onto the lock and handle. Or, it could be that the latch plate has become separated from the backplate. This could be more problematic and will require a specialist to fix it.

A multipoint door handle system is the ideal solution to solve the issue of a sticking door handle. The handles are positioned through the faceplate and are operated by either a thumb turn or key knob that activates the cam that locks the deadbolt. The handles come in various sizes to suit different kinds of uPVC door, and come in various attractive finishes that complement existing hardware. The handles are available online or from the local locksmith. They are simple to install and come with clear directions.

To choose a replacement handle set, you will have to determine the PZ dimension of the cylinder. This is the distance from the edge of the inner door frame to the centre edge of the hole in the handle in millimetres. You should also know if your door has a hook style lock or a mortise-style lock. The most effective way to locate the correct handle once you know the measurements is to use the filter for brands on the website. This will narrow down the choices and allow you to choose the right size from the list.

A typical handle set comes with the handle unit with a pair of various length screws, drill guides and installation instructions. The smart models, like the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+ includes a complete mortice lock with built-in keypad. These are more complicated devices and are best suited for professional installers or very adept DIYers. Certain handle sets come with an array of other accessories, like weather strips, which can be used to enhance the look of the door.