UPVC Replacement Door Handles Over time the handles on your doors will wear down and require replacement In this case, it is essential that the new handles match the dimensions of the old handle The three measurements to check are the top screw's position as well as the key hole and lever sizes Use the size guide to assistance with this Inline Lever/Lever A lever handle or lever is a modern door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors This kind of handle is available in many designs and finishes This handle is offered by a number of manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle The handles made of uPVC/Composite are made of tough materials and are perfect for doors with multiple points that need a heavy-duty design The handles are inline and run from the same spindle and screw fixings so they can be easily fitted to doors made of uPVC/Composite, either new or old The handle can be positioned and angled to suit any user The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles This will ensure the quality of the finish and performance of the handle over time The lever that is sprung can be shortened to fit a wider range of locks This is particularly useful for doors with narrower openings where the cylinder is situated further away from the door A lever that is shorter is an excellent option for doors where the latch could be opened by a thumb turn located on the inside Lever Pad The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles that are used on the majority of doors These handles are operated by a single spindle or by two spindles inline or offset They are usually employed on UPVC double glazed doors and come in many variations amp; finishes The handles have been tested to the minimum of 200,000 cycles and are available in a variety of finishes including White Silver, Chrome, amp; Gold The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to rust This gives the handle the best performance and durability to serve its intended use All UPVC levers for handles include a spindle and screws, and can be fitted on the uPVC door The backplate fixation centres of 211mm allow for a wider handle, which is often a benefit when replacing a damaged or old multi-point door lock mechanism The handle levers come with springs, which eliminate the issue of door handles that move out of the horizontal position when they are not being used It is crucial to match the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when choosing the replacement UPVC spindle and handle This measurement is also referred to as the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres and is an essential aspect in ensuring that you have the correct handles Once you have the correct PZ size, you'll need to ensure that the lever pads and push pads are a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act ADA compatible handles you require for your doors These are typically square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad The majority of the UPVC Lever Pads we sell are spring-loaded This means they return to a horizontal state when not in use instead of hanging and possibly securing to the frame This prevents drafts and cold air from entering a property The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles come in both left and right handed versions, allowing them to be installed on either side of doors Euro Cylinder Cylinder locks are found on uPVC and other types of doors They work by using a key that unlock a cylinder that will reveal pins that can be aligned with those in the lock body, allowing them to turn a revolving cam, thus opening the door Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with both internal and external doors usually requiring different levels of security Choosing the right cylinder is essential; it is contingent on how your doors and handles are utilized For instance, exterior doors must be secured with a higher security cylinder, while doors inside can be secured using an ordinary cylinder Certain cylinders come with extra features that can increase security, such as anti-drill or anti bump properties To ensure that the euro cylinder is the right size for your door, it must be measured accurately The cylinder needs to be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder This includes the thumb turn, should there be one If you are unable measure it with the lock in position, you can remove it A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon could be vulnerable to attacks, such as snapping locks, therefore it is important that it is not too long The majority of modern cylinders have been designed with anti-drill and bump resistance features included in their design These are designed to reduce the chance of a attack by forcing the cylinder rotate in the opposite direction This can deflect the attack, and ensure your door is secure Certain cylinders are made to resist snapping This is a growing type of attack on cylinders, which is where the break line of the lock is targeted using a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open This is a faster and simpler method to gain access than through the use of a multipoint locking system It also leaves less evidence of the break-in which could delay insurance claims Spring Cassette This spring cassette sits inside the base of the door handle backplate providing a sprung solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their rest position after using The handles were previously equipped with no spring and would droop when the locking mechanism was removed This simple part is the most effective way to fix this problem It also prevents your door from getting stuck in either the open or closed position since they are difficult to close manually These spring cassettes were created to be used with a spring multipoint locks They won't work with handles that are not sprung and you'll need to cut a hole in your backplate for them to fit Please look at the image for a more detailed diagram These cassettes are a replacement to broken or missing cassettes in the backplate of uPVC door handles They have an elongated square that can accommodate an 8mm spindle, and are available in a variety of These spring cassettes are a fantastic cost-effective solution to the issue of your https//wwwrepairmywindowsanddoorscouk/wimbledon-windowrepair/ sliding They are simple to put in and will extend the life span of your uPVC doors Contact us to learn more about our range of uPVC accessories and spares We are on hand to assist you and provide expert advice