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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors are worn out over time and need to be replaced. It is important to be able to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.

The three measurements you need to examine are the top screw's position, lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to help you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be used on new or replacement doors. This style of handle is available in many styles and finishes. This handle is available from several manufacturers, including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

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The uPVC/Composite handles are made of tough materials and are ideal for multi-point lock doors that require a strong design. The handles are inline and work with the same spindle as well as screw fixings. They can be easily incorporated into new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be positioned and angled to accommodate all users. The handle has been tested to 200 000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the quality of finish and performance over time. The sprung lever can be reduced to accommodate a wider range of locks. This is particularly beneficial in doors with smaller door frames where the cylinder is located further back. A shorter lever is an ideal choice for doors that have latches that can be operated by a thumb turn inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles that are commonly found on doors. These handle types can either work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two offset or inline spindles (pad). They are usually used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety of finishes and variations.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White, Chrome, and Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust. This provides the handle with the best performance and long-lasting durability for its intended purpose.

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles are supplied with screws and a spindle which allow them to be installed on any new or existing uPVC door. The 211mm backplate fixing centres permit a bigger size of handle which can be beneficial when replacing a faulty or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The levers for these handles have a spring, which solves the problem of door handles that move out of horizontal position when they are not being used.

When choosing the replacement UPVC handle and spindle, it is essential to match the dimensions of the PZ of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC door. This measurement is also known as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres' and is a critical aspect of matching up the correct handles.

Once you have decided on the proper PZ size and the correct PZ size, you must make sure that the lever and push pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. These are typically rectangular or round in shape with an internal lever and external push pad.

The majority of upvc door handle repairs lever pads that we sell are sprung, meaning that they will return to their horizontal position when they are not in use, rather than hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from entering a property. It is also the case that the majority of UPVC handle lever pad style handles are hand-operated that allows you to put them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are usually used on uPVC doors, but can also be found on other types of doors. They operate by using a key that unlock a cylinder that then reveals pins which can be aligned to those in the lock body, Repair Door Handle allowing them to turn the cam, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins. Doors that are internal and external require different levels of security.

The choice of cylinder is essential. It depends on the amount of use your doors and handles receive. External doors, for example are required to be fitted with cylinders with greater security while doors inside can be secured with an ordinary cylinder. Some cylinders have extra features that can increase security, like anti drill or anti bump properties.

A euro cylinder must be properly measured to ensure it's the correct size for your door. The cylinder should be measured from the central fixing screw hole to each end of the cylinder including the thumb turn if you have one. If you are unable measure it using the lock in its position, you can take it out of it. It is important to ensure that there is no cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to snapping lock attacks.

The design of the latest cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in an opposite direction. This will help to deflect attacks and keep your door safe.

Certain cylinders are made to withstand snapping. This is an increasingly common method of attack on cylinders which is where the break line of the lock is attacked with a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to be opened. This is a much faster and simpler method to gain access than using the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette sits inside the base of your door handle backplate providing a sprung solution and returning your multipoint lock handles to their normal position after use. The handles had no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was removed. The addition of this simple element is among the best ways to correct this, and is a great way to prevent your doors made of upvc from becoming stuck in an open or closed position, as they are not always easy to close manually.

These spring cassettes are specially made for use with multipoint locks sprung, they will not fit non-sprung multipoint handles. You will need to have a hole specifically cut in your backplate to allow these to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplate of the door handle for numerous brands of upvc door handle repair doors. They are sold as one unit. They feature a square cut out that can accommodate an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes provide an excellent value solution to the problem of sagging door handles. They are easy to fit and will extend the lifespan of your uPVC doors. For more information on our wide range of upvc door handle repairs spares and accessories please feel free to get in touch with our team. We are always ready to provide expert advice and repair door handle support you.