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Replacement UPVC Door Handles Find the perfect handle for your door, whether you're replacing your handles or adding extra security. These handles made of upvc 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 and levers. Check these carefully against your current measurements prior to ordering. Lever/Pad Lever pad handles are made up of a lever on one side and a handle that is shaped like a paddle on the opposite. They are intended for use with key wind locks. However they can be affixed to multipoint split spindle door locks. Our selection of upvc handle lever pads are available in a wide range of finishes. They will be listed in the drop down list once you have found the correct handle for your doors. Certain types of handles are not available in all finishes. You should always look over the technical drawings and size sections for the specific item you are looking to ensure you get the right size and fit. When selecting a new set of 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 center of the hole in the cylinder) of your existing multipoint locks, as these need to be in line for the doors to remain locked, whether from the inside or outside. The handles we offer are designed to work with most conventional cylinder locks, however you should double-check prior to making a purchase. You'll need to remove your handles that you have already installed and then dismantle the lock case if you are upgrading to dual spindle handle levers since this will require an additional split cylinder inline. These can be bought separately, and we provide a full technical diagram to examine in the images for each product. After you have removed the screws that hold the handle on your door, it is a good idea to loosen them and inspect the mechanism to determine what condition it is in. If the screws are too tight, you may need to loosen them even more. Then, you can remove the spindle from the handle and replace it with your new upvc handle. Before screwing the handle into position, it is recommended to make sure it is in the right place. You can do this by inserting your finger in the gap between the door frame and the handle to make sure that it is in a level position. Lever/Lever The lever handles for doors are used to operate a multi-point lock that uses a Euro cylinder. They can be found on many upvc double doors as well as some wooden and aluminium doors. They are available in two forms, having the lever inside and a paddle on the outside. Sprung – they come with a spring cassette within the backplate to help move the handle lever to an upright position. Non-sprung – These do not have a spring mechanism, and will need to be manually pulled to raise the handle lever to the horizontal position. To repair a sagging door handle lever, you'll need to find the hole or detent access pin. upvc replacement door handles 's typically small, protruding ring, or rectangle, that is located on the base of the handle plate. Once you have located the hole for accessing the detent or pin, you can take it out using a screwdriver. After the handle is placed horizontally, you can reinstall the screws. Make sure to tighten them so that the handle stays attached to the base plate. It is also recommended to apply a threadlocking adhesive to the threads of the screw to increase the grip and stop them from becoming loose over time. There are many reasons that door handles for levers drop. The most common cause is that the fixings are over tightened and are putting strain on the bearings of the lever, which causes it to become a bind on the door's face. It could also be due to the fact that the levers are not being operated in a straight line and this is causing compression of the latch mechanism, preventing it from fully springing back into service. A common cause of spring levers that are not functioning correctly is the spring not being in the right position on the backplate. The simplest way to check this is to move the handle to see whether it returns to its horizontal position. It is essential to fix any loose door handles as soon as possible. This could lead to excessive wear on the screws, and the handle might be able to fall off the base plate. You should also tighten loose screws frequently to stop them from becoming looser. Lever/Snib These upvc door handles are also referred to as 'Snib' handle sets and have a snib lever on the top of the lever that you can press down to lock your door if you don't have a dummy lock. They are typically fitted with a Fullex 68PZ (that's 68mm between the spindle's centre and the lever or the lock centre) door lock. We also have a selection of door handles 68PZ from manufacturers such as Ferco and Fab & Fix. You can upgrade your home by changing the handles on your doors regardless of whether you're replacing the handles on your existing ones or installing new ones on doors that you've built. There are a variety of styles available for door handles made of upvc including the classic lever on the backplate. Other options include straight or curly short latches, as well as knobs that resemble dummy knobs to lock multi-points. These are ideal for French doors. Rose door handles are circular or oval-shaped versions of backplate lever handles. These types of door handles come with a lever or knob on a backplate that sits behind the knob or lever and is sometimes referred to as a rosette. However, some backplates can be removed to allow for concealed fixing. There are a wide range of coloured and chrome finishes for these handles to complement your door and other hardware, such as hinges, knobs and bolts. Some handles are supplied with grub screws that help firmly attach the knob or lever to the spindle. Some handles come with bathroom spindles which can be used to make bathroom locks. They also have an release mechanism that turns the thumb and can be used on doors for bathrooms. Mortise The tubular latch is most likely to be the cause when your door handle made of uPVC is stuck open. There could be a variety of things that can cause this, the most common being the simple lack of lubrication on the latch plate. This can be fixed quite quickly by opening the door and spraying lubricant over the lock and handle. It could also be that the latch has slipped away from the backplate. This can be a bit more problematic and requires a professional to repair. A multipoint handle system is the ideal solution to stuck door handles. 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 come in a variety of sizes to suit different kinds of uPVC doors and are available in various attractive finishes that are compatible with the hardware that is currently in use. These handles can be purchased via the internet or at a local locksmith. They are easy to install and come with clear directions. If you want to replace the handle set, you will have to determine the PZ dimension of your cylinder. This is the distance from the edge of the inner frame of the door to the central edge of the hole in the handle in millimetres. You'll also need the type of lock for your door, regardless of whether it is a mortise or hook lock. The most efficient way to locate the correct handle once you have the measurements is to use the filter for brands on the website. This will help narrow down your options and then you'll be able to select the appropriate size. A typical handle set includes an arm comprising two screws of different lengths, drill guides and instructions for installation. Smarter versions, like the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+ come with a mortice lock with keypad. These are more complex units that are best for professionals or highly skilled DIYers. Certain handle sets come with various other accessories, like weather strips, which can be used to improve the appearance of the door.