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Replacement UPVC Door Handles

If you're replacing the handles or adding a little more security, you can choose the perfect handle for your door. These upvc handle are easy to install and have the 92mm minimum centre distance of multipoint locks.

The most important measurements to consider are backplate fixing centres and key hole dimensions for levers and levers. Check these measurements against your existing marks carefully before making a purchase.

Lever/Pad

Lever pad door handles are made up of an elongated 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 fitted to multipoint split spindle door locks.

Our range of upvc handles lever pads are available in a range of finishes. They will be displayed in the drop-down list once you have found the right handle for your doors. Not all styles of handle are available in every finish though and you should always check the sizes and technical drawings for the particular product you want to make sure that you can get the right size and fit.

It is important to ensure that when you choose a new set of Upvc lever pad handles, they are in line with the PZ (distance from the spindle of the handle to the centre of the hole of the cylinder) of your multipoint door locks. This is because these are required to be aligned to ensure that doors stay locked, no matter if you're viewing them from the outside or inside. Our handles are designed to fit a wide range of standard cylinders, however it is always worth double-checking before ordering.

If you want to upgrade to dual spindle levers, you'll need to take out the existing handles and take apart the lock case. This will require an extra split cylinder inline. They can be purchased separately and we have the complete technical diagram to take a look at in the pictures for each product.

It is a good thing to loosen the screws that hold your door handle, and then check the mechanism. If repairmywindowsanddoors aren't loose enough then you might need to loosen them even more. After that, you can take the spindle from the door handle and replace it with a new Upvc handle. It is crucial to make sure that the handle is in the correct position before screwing it into place. You can do this by placing your finger between the frame of the door and the handle to ensure that it is level.

Lever/Lever

The lever door handles are used to operate a multi-point lock with a Euro cylinder. They are located on many double upvc doors as well as wooden and aluminum doors. They are available in two types, with a lever on the interior and a paddle outside. Sprung - These have a spring cassette inside the backplate, which helps bring the handle lever to the horizontal position. Non-sprung: They do not have a mechanism for bringing the handle lever into a horizontal position.

To fix a sagging lever door handle you must find the hole for access to the detent or pin, which is usually a small rectangle or round shape hole or protruding pin situated on one side of the base plate. Once located you can loosen the set screw with the help of a screwdriver, and then take it off to allow the lever to return to its horizontal position.

When the handle is in a horizontal position you can re-install the screws and tighten them until the handle stays secure on the base plate. You may want to apply a threadlocking solution to the threads of screws to increase grip and prevent them from loosing over time.

Drooping lever door handles could be the result of various causes. The most common cause is that the fixings have been over tightened and are putting strain on the bearings of the lever, which causes it to become a bind on the door face. It could also be that the levers are not being operated in a straight line and this is compressing the latch mechanism 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 correct position on the backplate. The simplest way to check this is to move the handle to check whether it changes to its horizontal position.

If your door handles are loose, it is essential to spot the issue quickly, since it could cause 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 stop them from loosening.

Lever/Snib

These upvc door handles are also known as 'Snib' handle sets and have a snib button on the top of the lever that you can press down to lock your door if you don't have a fake lock. These handles come with the Fullex lock 68PZ. (68mm between spindle and the centre of the lock). We also carry a selection of other 68PZ door handles from manufacturers like Ferco and Fab & Fix.


You can make your home more modern by changing the handles on your doors whether you are replacing the handles on your existing ones or installing new ones on doors you've built. There are many styles of door handles made from upvc available that include traditional levers on backplates, straight or curved short latch and knob handles with dummy handles for multi point locks, which are ideal for French doors.

Lever on backplate handles are often rectangular, but you can also find oval or circular-shaped versions that are referred to as rose door handles. These kinds of door handles have an a knob or lever on a backplate that sits behind the lever or knob and is sometimes called a rosette, although some back plates can be detached to be concealed for fixing.

There is a variety of coloured and chrome finishes available for these handles that complement your door and other hardware, like hinges, knobs, bolts and so on. Some handles are equipped with a screws that grub the knob or lever securely to the spindle. Some handles are equipped with bathroom spindles which are suitable for bathroom locks. They also have a thumbturn release mechanism and can be used on doors for bathrooms.

Mortise

If your uPVC front door handle is stuck in the open position, the reason will most likely be with the tubular latch. This could be due to various reasons however the most frequent is an absence of lubrication within the latch plate. This can be corrected easily by simply opening the door and spraying lubricant onto the lock and handle. It could also be that the latch has slipped away from the backplate. This could be more of a problem and requires a professional to fix it.

A multipoint door handle is the ideal solution to the problem of a sticking door handle. The handles are inserted into the faceplate of the door and are operated with an actuated thumb turn knob or key that triggers a cam that locks the deadbolt. The handles are available in a variety of sizes to fit different kinds of uPVC doors and are available in a variety of attractive finishes that are compatible with the hardware that is currently in use. The handles can be purchased online or through a local locksmith and are easy to install with clear instructions.

If you want to replace the handle set, you will be required to know the PZ size of the cylinder. This is the distance from the edge of the door frame to the centre point of the hole for the handle in millimetres. You will also need the type of lock that is installed on your door, regardless of whether it is a mortise or hook lock. The most effective way to locate the right handles after you have the measurements is to use the filter for brands on the website. This will narrow down your options and you can then choose the right size from the list.

A typical handle set comes with the handle with a pair of various length screws, drill guides and installation instructions. Smarter versions, like the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+ include a mortice lock complete with a keypad. These are more complicated models and are ideal for professional installers or very competent DIYers. Certain handle sets come with a range of other accessories, such as weather strips, that can be used to enhance the look of the door.