Replacement UPVC Door Handles You can find the perfect handle for your door, whether you are replacing your existing handles or adding extra security Upvc handles are simple to fit and comply with the 92mm centers required by multipoint locks The most important measurements to take into consideration are the backplate fixing centers and lever/key hole dimensions Make sure you compare these to 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 other They are designed to be used with key wind locks however, they can also be adapted to multipoint split spindle door locks though you will need a separate dual spindle lock case Once you have chosen the appropriate handle for the doors, the finishes will be listed in the drop-down menu Not all styles of handle are available in every finish and you should always look over the technical drawings and sizes sections for the particular product you are looking to ensure that you are getting the right size and fit When choosing new lever pad https//wwwrepairmywindowsanddoorscouk/nottingham-windowrepair/ made of Upvc it is essential to ensure that they correspond to the PZ distance between the handle spindle and the centre of the hole for the cylinder of your existing multipoint locks, as these need to be in the same line to allow doors to remain locked, whether from the inside or the outside Our handles are designed to fit the majority of conventional cylinders, but it is important to double-check before purchasing If you want to upgrade to dual spindle levers you'll need to take out the handles you have already installed and take apart the lock case This will require an extra split inline cylinder They can be purchased separately and we have a full technical diagram that you can take a look at in the pictures for each product Once you have removed the screws that are holding your existing door handle it is an ideal idea to loosen them, and then inspect the mechanism to determine how it's performing It is possible that you will need to loosen the screws a bit more when they aren't tight After that, you can remove the old spindle and handle and install your new door handle made of upvc Before screwing the handle into the frame, it is recommended to ensure that it is in the correct position You can do this by putting your finger into the space 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 the Euro cylinder They are found on a variety of double upvc doors, as well as on some wooden and aluminium doors They are available in two types, with an interior lever and a paddle outside Sprung - These have an internal spring cassette within the backplate to help to bring the handle lever into the horizontal position Non-sprung - These do not have a spring mechanism, and must be manually pulled to bring the handle lever back to its horizontal position To fix a sagging lever door handle it is necessary to locate the detent access hole or pin, which is typically a small round or rectangle shaped hole or protruding pin situated on one side of the handle base plate Once you have located the hole for accessing the detent or pin, you are able to remove it with an screwdriver Once the handle is in a horizontal position, you can re-install the screws and tighten them so that the handle stays secured to the base plate You may want to apply a threadlocking solution to the threads of the screw to increase grip and stop the threads from becoming loose over time There are a myriad of reasons why lever door handles slide The most common cause is that the fixings have been too tightened and are putting stress on the bearings that are which causes it to become a bind on the door's surface It could also be because the levers are not being operated at a straight angle and this is causing compression of the latch mechanism preventing it from fully springing back into operation A common cause of spring levers that are not functioning properly is the spring not being in the proper position on the backplate The easiest way to test this is to move the handle and see if it returns to the horizontal position If your door handles are loose, it is crucial to find the problem quickly, as it could cause excessive wear on the screws and eventually to the handle falling off of the base plate It is recommended to tighten all screws that are loose on a regular basis, as this will help to prevent them from loosening Lever/Snib These upvc door handles are also referred to as 'Snib' handle sets and have a snib lever at the top of the lever that you can push down to lock your door if you don't have an dummy lock They are typically fitted with a Fullex 68PZ that's 68mm between the spindle's center and lever or the lock centre door lock We also have a range of other 68PZ door handles from manufacturers like Ferco and Fab amp; Fix You can upgrade your home by changing the handles on your doors regardless of whether you're replacing your existing handles or installing new ones on doors you have built There are a variety of styles of upvc door handle available, including traditional lever on backplates, straight or curved short latches, and knob handles with dummy handles for multi-point locks, which are perfect for French doors Lever on backplate handles are usually rectangular in shape, however there are also oval or circular versions, which are known as rose door handles These door handles are characterized by a lever or a knob that is attached to a backplate The backplate is removable for concealed fixing There is a variety of chrome and colored finishes available for these handles to match your door and other hardware, including hinges, knobs, bolts and so on Some handles are supplied with grub screws that aid in the secure attachment of the lever or knob 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 for bathroom doors Mortise If your uPVC front door handle is stuck in the open position, the cause is likely to be due to the tubular latch There are a few things that can cause this, the first being an unlubricated latch plate on the latch plate This can be corrected quickly by opening the door and spraying lubricant over the lock and handle Or, it could be that the latch plate has become dislodged from the backplate This is a more complex issue that requires the help of an expert A multipoint door handle is the ideal solution to the problem of a door handle that is stuck The handles are positioned through the faceplate and are operated by either a thumb turn or key knob which activates the cam that locks the deadbolt The handles are available in a variety of sizes that will fit various types of uPVC doors They are also available with a variety of attractive finishes to match the hardware you already have These handles can be purchased via the internet or from a local locksmith and are simple to install, with clear instructions You'll need to know your cylinder's PZ size 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 should also know if your door has hook locks or a mortise lock Once you know these measurements, the simplest way to find the correct handles is to filter by brand on the website This will help you narrow down your options, and then you'll be able to select the right size A typical handle set comes with the handle unit with a pair of various length screws drilling guides, as well as installation instructions The smart versions, such as the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+, include a complete mortice lock with built-in keypad These are more complicated units and are best suited to professional installers or skilled DIYers Some handle sets include many accessories, like weather strips that can be used to enhance appearance of the door