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Changing conservatory window glass replacement Door Handles

Switching your handles for your conservatory door lock repair doors is a straightforward job that most people are capable of doing themselves. To start with it is important to understand whether your existing handles are sprung or un-sprung.

We stock a large range of replacement handles to suit all the major uPVC double glazing manufacturers, including Hoppe, Mila, Avocet and Fab 'n'Fix. To select the correct handle for your door, you must check two critical measurements the distance between screw fixing centres and the centre of the key hole (also known as PZ centres).

Lever/lever

If you are installing new uPVC doors to your conservatory door lock repair, you might want to think about changing the style of your handles. Not only does the finish of your handles make a difference to the look of your space, but it also affects the level of security you need. Thankfully, changing a door handle is a relatively simple task that most homeowners can complete in around five minutes.

Before beginning this process, it is essential to ensure that the door is closed and secure to allow you to work in a safe manner. Then, you'll need to take off the handle and cylinder lock. After the handle and cylinder lock are removed, you'll need to mark the screw holes on the back plate. This will help you determine the exact position to screw the handle replacement conservatory doors into the correct position. Once marked you can then make use of these measurements to purchase the correct handle for your uPVC door.

The lever, screws and pad spindles are positioned through the lock case (which is located inside the door) therefore you cannot change any handle without ensuring that they line up correctly. It's important to take accurate measurements when purchasing new handles.

Also, you'll need to determine the Top Screw to Spindle Distance and PZ Dimension (centre of the euro hole for cylinders). You'll then need to find the best uPVC door handles for your property. We have created a handy guide to measuring door handles that will help you.

Lever/lever door handles are the most commonly used handle type and are available in a variety of styles and finishes. You can pick from graphite, matte black and oil-rubbed bronze handles that fit your interior. These handles are suitable for domestic and commercial applications and are available on a wide range of uPVC door types and sizes.

If you wish to make your uPVC doors to be more secure then you'll need to select a handle with a locking mechanism. This adds an extra layer of security to your home, and is particularly useful for exterior doors. These handles come with a variety of locking options, including keyed alike or a dummy door lock.

Some lever handle sets can be placed on the left or right side of the door. Some lever handle sets are convertible, but some aren't. You'll need to buy them specifically for the orientation of your door. Before ordering, we recommend that you verify the direction of any lever set. Certain brands, like Schlage supply only reversible handles for standard doors.

Un-sprung

The door handles made of upvc are not spring-loaded. The latches/multi-point locks use a force which returns their levers to its horizontal position after use. As time passes, this can cause the handles to drop.

If you notice an issue with the handle, it's likely the spring in the internal cassette has worn away and needs replacing. You can test this by removing the handle and operating the lever. If the handles are drooping, this means they have lost their spring force and it is necessary to install heavy-duty latches and locks along with the replacement conservatory door handles to prevent this from happening.

The majority of replacement wooden conservatory doors handles have a spring cassette inside the backplate, which is used to hold the lever. They work in conjunction with a multi-point or standard tubular latch to ensure the door handles return to their horizontal position following use. This is a crucial feature since it is more difficult to operate handles that are not spring-loaded in the event that they do not return to the optimum position.

There are a few handles made of upvc that do not have the spring cassette. These will need to be fitted heavy duty locks/latches. These are more common in older upvc door handles that haven't been upgraded in many years.

Once you have the correct handle type picked and it's the perfect length to suit your doors made of upvc it's to install it according to the instructions given. Align the screw holes on the handle's exterior with the ones already present in your euro profile cylinder. Then insert the spindle that is supplied and tighten the screws. Repeat the procedure to install the internal handle.

One thing to be aware of is that the cylinders provided with these handle sets are not standard cylinders as used in modern multi-point locks. They are a smaller diameter and will require the larger, bulb-shaped cylinder normally found on older multi-point doors. These cylinders can be purchased from your local locksmith, or on the internet. They are an additional cost to the new set of upvc handles and is only necessary if you have old multi-point locks installed on your double-glazed doors. The majority of upvc handles on the market come with cylinders as they are the most popular size for use. It is a good idea, however, to have spare cylinders in case they are damaged or lost. You'll save time and money by not needing to purchase a new handle set. It also lets you use the same cylinder for repairs to your existing upvc handles when the spring in the internal handle cassette wears out. This can occur when the door handle is used with excessive force, particularly by elderly or children.