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Replacement UPVC Door Handles Find the perfect handle for your door, whether you're replacing your handles or adding additional security. These handles made of upvc are easy to install and have the required 92mm central distance for multipoint locks. The backplate's fixing centre as well as the keyhole/lever dimensions are the most important measurements. Check these carefully against your existing measurements prior to placing an order. Lever/Pad Lever pad door handles consist of a lever handle on one side and a paddle shaped handle on the other. They are intended for use with key wind locks. However they can be affixed to multipoint split spindle door locks. Once you have selected the appropriate handle for the doors, the finishes will be displayed in the drop-down menu. Not all styles of handle are available in every finish and it is recommended to check the technical drawings and sizes sections for the specific product that you are looking to ensure that you get the correct size and fitting. It is essential to ensure that when you choose a new set of Upvc lever pad handles, they match the PZ (distance from the spindle of the handle to the center of the hole in the cylinder) of your multipoint door locks. This is because the handles are required to be aligned for the doors to stay locked, whether you are looking at them from the inside or outside. Read Even more sell are designed to work with a variety of standard cylinder locks, however it is advisable to double-check before purchasing. If you are looking to upgrade to dual spindle levers, you'll need to take out the handles that are currently in use and then disassemble the lock case. This will require an additional split inline cylinder. These are available separately and we offer a full technical diagram to examine in the images for each product. It is a good idea to loosen the screws that are holding your existing door handle and then examine the mechanism. You may have to loosen the screws a bit more if they are not tight, and then you can remove the old spindle and handle and put in your new door handle made of upvc. It is crucial to make sure that the handle is in the right position before fixing it. You can do this by placing your finger between the frame of the door, and the handle to make sure that it's level. Lever/Lever The lever door handles are used to operate a multi-point lock that uses an Euro cylinder. They are located on many double upvc doors as well as wooden and aluminium doors. They come in two types, with a lever on the interior and a paddle on the outside. Sprung – These have a spring cassette fitted within the backplate that helps bring the handle lever into a horizontal position. Non-sprung: These do NOT include a mechanism that can spring the handle lever to a horizontal position. To fix a sagging lever door handle it is necessary to find the hole for access to the detent or pin, which is typically a small round or rectangle shape hole or protruding pin that is located on the opposite side of the base plate. Once located you can loosen the set screw with the help of a screwdriver, and then remove it to allow the lever, allowing it to return to its horizontal position. Once the handle is positioned horizontally, you can put back the screws. Make sure to tighten them so that the handle stays fixed to the base plate. Consider applying a threadlocking product to the threads of the screw to increase grip and prevent them from loosing over time. Drooping lever door handles could be the result of many factors. The most common cause is that the fixings are over tightened and are putting strain on the bearings that are causing it to bind against the door face. It could also be due to the fact that the levers aren't operated at a straight angle and this is compressing the latch mechanism and preventing it from fully springing back into service. A common cause of a spring lever not operating properly is the spring not being in the right position on the backplate. The most effective way to determine this is to move the handle to see whether it changes to its horizontal position. It is crucial to fix any door handles that are damaged immediately. This could lead to excessive wear on the screws and the handle could fall off the base plate. It is recommended to tighten all loose screws regularly to help to stop them from loosening. Lever/Snib These handles made of upvc are also known as handle sets with a 'Snib' 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. They are typically fitted with a Fullex 68PZ (that's 68mm between the spindle centre and lever or the lock centre) door lock. We also carry a selection of other door handles with 68PZ from various manufacturers, including Ferco and Fab & Fix. Change your door handle is a cheap method to upgrade your home, whether you're replacing existing handles or fitting new ones to doors you've constructed in your home. There are many styles to choose from for upvc door handles, including the classic lever on the backplate. Other options include curved or straight short latches, and Dummy knobs for multi-point locks. These are great for French doors. Rose door handles are circular or oval-shaped versions of backplate lever handles. These types of door handles are equipped with a lever or knob on a backplate which is placed behind the knob or lever and is often referred to as a rosette, although some back plates can be detached to be concealed for fixing. These handles are available in various finishes, including chrome and coloured finishes, to match your door and other hardware, such as knobs bolts and hinges. Some handles come with grub screws, which aid in the secure attachment of the lever or knob to the spindle. Some handles are equipped with bathroom spindles that can be used to make bathroom locks. They also come with a thumbturn release mechanism and can be used on doors for bathrooms. Mortise The tubular latch is the most likely to be the cause of this in the event that your door handle is stuck open. There may be a few things that can cause this, the first being the simple lack of lubrication on the latch plate. It is possible to solve this problem by opening the door and spraying lubricant onto the lock and handle. It could also be that the latch is loose from the backplate. This could be more complicated and would require a professional to repair. A multipoint door handle is an ideal solution to solve the issue of a door handle that is stuck. The handles are positioned through the faceplate, and are operated by the use of a key or thumb turn knob that activates the cam that locks the deadbolt. The handles are available in a number of sizes to suit different types of uPVC doors and come in a variety of attractive finishes to match the hardware you already have. These handles are available on the internet or through an authorized locksmith in your area. They are easy to install and come with clear instructions. You'll need to know the PZ size of your cylinder in order to select the appropriate replacement handle set. This is the distance in millimetres between the inner edge of the door frame and the center of the handle hole. You will also need to be aware of whether your door has a hook style lock or a mortise-style lock. Once you have these measurements, the simplest method to locate the correct handles is to filter by brand option on the website. This will help narrow down your options, and then you can choose the right size. A typical handle set comprises a handle unit with two screws of various lengths, drill guides, and installation instructions. Smarter versions, such as the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+ come with a mortice lock with a keypad. These are more sophisticated devices that are suited to professional installers or highly skilled DIYers. Some handle sets include a range of other accessories, such as weather strips, that can be used to enhance the appearance of the door.