UPVC Replacement Door Handles

Over time the handles on your doors will get worn out and require replacement. It is important to be able to match the dimensions of the old handles when replacing them.

The top screw's position the lever, and the keyhole dimensions are the three measurements you need to verify. Use the size guide to aid you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be put in on new or replacement doors. This type of handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. A variety of manufacturers provide this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever repair door handle Handle

The door handles made of uPVC/Composite are constructed of durable materials and are suitable for multi-point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline and they use the same screws and spindle to fix them. They are easily fitted on new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The sprung lever design allows the handle to be positioned and angled to provide a comfortable grip and is suitable for all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This helps to ensure that the quality of finish and performance is maintained over time. The sprung lever can also be shortened to fit more locks. This is useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is further back from the door. A shortened lever can also be used on doors that have a latch that can be activated with the thumb located on the inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently than lever handles on doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle, or two spindles, either inline or offset. They are typically employed on upvc door handle repair near Me doors with double glazed door handle repair glazing. They are available in a range of finishes and variations.

The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including White chrome, and Gold. The finish is in line with BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, which gives the handle a high degree of durability and performance for its intended use.

All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles come with a spindle and screws which allow them to be put on an existing or new uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a bigger handle, which is typically beneficial when replacing an old or damaged 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 they are not being used.

It is crucial to ensure that the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement can also be called 'handle centres or cylinder centre'. It is important to match the correct handles.

After you have identified the proper PZ size, you will need to ensure that the lever and push pads are designed to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. They typically have rectangular or round in design with an internal lever and an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they will return to their horizontal position when not in use, rather than hanging out and possibly securing in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the building. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed models, allowing them to be placed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are commonly found on uPVC doors, but they can also be found on other types of doors. They work with a key to unlock a cylinder case which then reveals pins which can be aligned with those in the lock body, allowing them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders are available with up to six pins. External and internal doors require different levels of security.

The choice of the correct cylinder is essential; it is dependent on how your doors and handles are used. Doors that are external, for instance should be equipped with higher security cylinders and internal doors can be secured with a standard cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that can increase security, like anti drill or anti bump properties.

A euro cylinder should be measured correctly to ensure it's the right size for your door. The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole at the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn in the event that one is present. It is best to do this with the lock in place however if this is not possible, you may remove it to measure. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks such as snapping locks, therefore it is crucial that it's not too long.

The design of many modern cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chance of attack by forcing cylinders to rotate in a new direction. This can deflect the attack, and ensure your door is secure.

Certain cylinders are constructed to resist snapping. This is a typical attack on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock and then the front of cylinder is snapped off. This is much quicker and less difficult than opening the door with multipoint locks and leaves little evidence of a break-in, which can hinder an insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is situated within the base plate of your door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to return your multipoint lock handles back to their resting position after usage. In the past, a lot of handles of this kind didn't have a spring built into them, and as a result, they tend to droop or drop once the locking mechanism is disengaged. This simple feature is among the best ways to correct this issue and is an effective way to keep your upvc door handle repair doors from getting stuck in an open or closed position, as these are not always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes were designed to be used with sprung multipoint lock. They won't work with unsprung handles and you'll need to cut a hole in the backplate to allow them to fit. (Please check the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes are a replacement to damaged or missing cassettes on the backplate of uPVC door handles. They are supplied in one unit. They have a square-cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are an excellent value-for-money way to fix the problem of handles on your doors sagging. They are simple to put in and will extend the life span of your uPVC doors. Please contact our team for more information on our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are always available to provide professional advice and assistance you.