UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors get worn out over time and will need to be replaced. It is important to keep the same dimensions as 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. Refer to the size guide for help with this.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be used on doors that are new or replacement. This style door handle is available in a wide range 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 uPVC/Composite door handles are made of robust materials and are ideal for multi point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline, and they utilize the same screws and spindle to secure them. They are easily fitted on a new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be positioned and angled to accommodate any user. The handle has been tested to 200,000 cycles. This ensures that the quality of finish and performance will last for a long time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is useful in doors that are narrower, where the cylinder is further away from the door. A shorter lever can be used on doors with a latch that can be opened by the thumb inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad upvc door handle operates differently to the lever type handles found on most doors. These handle types can either use a single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are commonly used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They are available in a variety of finishes and variations.

The handles are available in various finishes, including White chrome, and Gold. The finish meets BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is also resistant to corrosion, thereby giving the handle a high level of durability and performance for the intended use.

All of the UPVC handle lever pad styles are supplied with screws and a spindle that allow them to be fitted on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixation centres of 211mm permit a larger handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism. The handle levers are spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of handles that slide out of the horizontal position when not in use.

It is essential to match up the PZ dimensions for both the multipoint lock as well as the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is often referred to as the 'handle centre' or 'cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the right handles.

After you have determined the correct size of PZ it is important to make sure that the lever and push pads are shaped to match the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles that you need for your door. They typically have of a round or square design with an internal lever as well as 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 after not in use, instead of hanging out and possibly sticking in the frame. This prevents draughts from entering the home. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles are available in left and right handed versions, allowing them to be placed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are typically found on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of doors. They operate with a key to unlock a cylinder case which is then revealed with pins that can be aligned with those in the lock body and door Handle repair Plate allowing them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door. Euro cylinders can be equipped with up to six pins with external and internal doors generally having different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is essential; it depends on the way your doors and handle are used. External doors, for example should be equipped with cylinders that are more secure while doors inside can be secured with the standard cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders are available with extra features that can improve security, for instance anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

To make sure that the euro cylinder is of the right size for your door, it should be measured accurately. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn, should there be one. It is best to do this while the lock is in place, but when this isn't possible, you can remove it to measure. It is essential to avoid having a cylindrical lock that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This can make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.

The design of many modern cylinders includes anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in a different direction. This can help to deflect an attack and protect your door.

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 by a tool that is specially designed to break off the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is much quicker and easier to achieve than opening the door with a multipoint lock and leaves no evidence of a break-in which could hinder the insurance claim.

Spring Cassette

The spring cassette is located within the base of the door handle repairs near me handle backplate providing a sprung solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after using. The handles were previously equipped with no spring, and would slide when the locking mechanism was disconnected. Adding this simple component is among the best methods to correct this and it is also an excellent way to stop your upvc doors from getting stuck in the open or closed position, as these are not always easy to manually close by hand.

These spring cassettes have been specifically designed for use with multipoint locks sprung, they will not fit unsprung multipoint handles and you will need to have a bespoke hole cut into the backplate to allow them to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). These cassettes can be used as a replacement for damaged or missing cassettes that are in the backplate of uPVC door handle lock repair handles. They are supplied in a single unit. They have a square-cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes offer an excellent value solution for the problem of door handles that are sagging. These spring cassettes are simple to install and will increase the lifespan of your uPVC Door Handle Repair Plate. Please contact our team for more information on our wide range of upvc door handle repairs accessories and spares. We are always happy to offer expert advice and support you.