Replacement UPVC Door Handles

If you're replacing the handles or need to add more security, you can choose the perfect handle for your door. These handles made of upvc are easy to install and meet 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. Compare these measurements with your existing marks carefully before making a purchase.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad handles consist of a lever on one side, and a paddle-shaped handle on the opposite. They are intended for use with key wind locks. However they can also be attached to multipoint split spindle door locks.

Our selection of upvc handle lever pads are available in a wide range of finishes. They will be displayed in the drop-down menu once you have found the correct handle for your doors. Not all styles of handles are available in every finish though and you should always check the sizes and technical drawings for the specific product you're looking for to ensure that you get the correct size and fitting.

When choosing new lever pad door handles made of upvc, it is crucial to make sure that they match the PZ (distance between the spindle of the handle and the centre of the hole for the cylinder) of your existing multipoint door locks, as they need to be in line to ensure that the doors remain locked, whether from the inside or the outside. Our handles are designed to fit the majority of standard cylinders, but it is always worth double glazing door handle repairs-checking before ordering.

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

It is a good idea to loosen the screws that are holding the door handle you have and then examine the mechanism. You may need to loosen the screws even more in the event that they are not tight. After that, you can take off the spindle and handle and replace it with a new upvc door handle. It is important to ensure that the handle is in the right position prior to installing it. You can do this by placing your finger between the door frame and the handle to make sure that it's in the right position.

Lever/Lever

Lever door handles are a multi point lock using a Euro cylinder. They are found on the majority of double doors made of upvc, aluminum doors and a few wooden doors. They are equipped with an inside lever and a paddle on the outside and are typically available in two varieties. Sprung - these come with a spring cassette within the backplate that helps move the handle lever to an upright position. Non-sprung - they do not have a spring mechanism, and will require manual pulled to bring the handle lever back to its horizontal position.

To fix a sagging door handle repairs near me handle lever it is necessary to locate the hole or pin that is the detent access point. It's usually small, protruding ring or rectangle located on the handle base plate. Once you've located it, you can loosen the set screw with a screwdriver and remove it to allow the lever and return it to its horizontal position.

Once the handle is in a horizontal orientation, you can re-install the screws and tighten them so that the handle remains secure on the base plate. Consider applying a threadlocking solution to the threads of screws to improve grip and prevent the threads from becoming loose over time.

There are a variety of reasons that door handles for levers slide. The most frequent reason is that the fixings have been too tightened, double glazing door handle repairs and are putting pressure on the bearings of the lever, which causes it to become a bind on the door's face. It could also be because the levers aren't operated at a straight angle and this is compressing the latch mechanism and preventing it from fully springing back into action.

The most common reason for a spring lever not operating properly is that the spring is not being in the proper position on the backplate. The simplest way to check this is to operate the handle and see whether it returns to its horizontal position.

If your door handles are loose it is essential to spot the problem quickly, as this could lead to excessive wear on the screws and possibly to the handle falling off of the base plate. It is also a good idea to tighten all screws that are loose regularly, as this will help to prevent them from becoming loose.

Lever/Snib

These upvc door handle repair near me door handles are also known as 'Snib' handle sets and feature a snib button on the top of the lever that can be pressed down to lock your door if you don't use the fake lock. These door handles are fitted with the Fullex lock 68PZ. (68mm between spindle and the lock centre). We also have a selection of front door handle repair handles 68PZ from manufacturers such as Ferco and Fab & Fix.

You can upgrade your home by changing the door handles whether you are replacing your existing handles or installing new ones on doors you have built. There are a variety of styles of door handles made of upvc that include traditional levers on backplates, straight or curved short latches and knob handles that resemble dummy knobs for multi-point locks, which are perfect for French doors.

Lever on backplate handles are often rectangular in shape, however you can also find oval or circular-shaped versions that are referred to as rose door handles. These handles for doors are identified by a lever or knob that is attached to a backplate. The backplate can be removed for concealed fixing.

There is a variety of chrome and coloured finishes for these handles to match your door and other hardware, like hinges, knobs, bolts and so on. Some handles are supplied with grub screws, which assist in firmly attaching the knob or lever to the spindle. Other handles come with bathroom spindles that can be used to operate bathroom locks and incorporate a thumbturn turn and release mechanism, which is ideal to use on doors for bathrooms.

Mortise

The tubular latch is the most likely to be the cause in the event that your repair door handle handle is stuck open. There are a few factors that could cause this, one of which is the simple lack of lubrication on the latch plate. This can be fixed quite easily by simply opening the door and spraying lubricant on the lock and handle. Alternatively, it could be that the latch plate has become separated from the backplate. This is a more complicated problem that would require an expert.

A multipoint door handle is an ideal solution to the problem of a stuck door handle. The handles are positioned through the faceplate, and are operated with the use of a key or thumb turn knob that triggers the cam that locks the deadbolt. The handles come in various sizes to fit various types of uPVC door and in various attractive finishes that match the hardware that is currently in use. These handles can be purchased via the internet or from a local locksmith and are easy to install with clear instructions.

To select a replacement handle set, you will have to determine the PZ dimension of your cylinder. This is the distance in millimetres between the inside edge of the frame of the door and the centre of the hole for the handle. It is also important to know if your door has hook locks or a mortise-style lock. The most effective way to locate the correct handle after you have the measurements is to use the filter for brands on the website. This will narrow down the choices and allow you to select the correct size from there.

A typical handle set includes the handle, a pair of different length screws, drill guides and installation instructions. Smarter versions, such as the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+ come with a mortice lock with keypad. These are more sophisticated models that are best designed for professional installers or highly skilled DIYers. Some handle sets have a range of other accessories, like weather strips, that can be used to improve the appearance of the door.