Changing Conservatory Door Handles
Changing the handles on your conservatory door is a simple task that most people are able to do themselves. To begin, it is essential to know if your existing handles are sprung or un-sprung.
Conservatory Window Repairs horndean stock a large range of replacement handles for all the major uPVC double-glazing manufacturers like Hoppe, Mila, Avocet and Fab 'n' Fix. To choose the right handle for your door, take two measurements that are crucial - the distance between the screw fixing centers and the central point of the key hole (also known as PZ centres).
Lever/lever
You may wish to alter the style of handle when you install new uPVC doors for your conservatory. Not only does the finish of the handles add to the look of your home, but it also affects the level of security that you require. Thankfully, changing a door handle is a relatively simple job that the majority of people can handle themselves in just five minutes.
It is essential to close the door and secure it before you begin this process. This will allow you to work safely. After that, you'll have to take off the handle and cylinder lock. Once removed you will need to carefully mark the location of the screw holes on the back plate. This will help you find the exact location to screw your replacement handle into place. Once you have marked the measurements you can use them to place an order for the appropriate handle.
The lever, screws and pad spindles are positioned through the lock case (which is located inside the door) so you can't simply switch any handle without making sure they match up correctly. It's important to take accurate measurements when purchasing new handles.
You'll need to determine the PZ dimension (centre of the euro cylinder hole) and the Top Screw to Spindle distance. The next step is to find the best uPVC door handles for your home. We have created a handy guide to measuring door handles to assist you.
Lever door handles are the most popular kind of handle and come in a range of different styles and finishes. You can choose from graphite, matte black and oil-rubbed bronze handles to match your decor. These handles can be used for both commercial and domestic applications. They are offered on a variety of uPVC doors in various sizes and types.
If you want your uPVC doors to be more secure, you'll have to select the handle that has a locking mechanism. This will add an extra layer of security to the home, and is particularly beneficial for doors that are external to the house. These types of handles come with a variety of locking options, including keyed alike locks or dummy doors. lock.
Certain lever handle sets are reversible, meaning they can be placed on either side of the door. Certain lever handle sets can be reverse-able, while others are not. You will need to purchase them specifically for the orientation of your door. Before placing an order, we recommend to check the direction of any lever set. Some brands such as Schlage offer only reversible handles on doors that are standard.
Un-sprung
The door handles made of upvc are not spring-loaded. They depend on the force applied to them by the latch/multi-point lock to bring their lever to the horizontal position following use. Over time, this can cause the handles to slide downwards.
If this is a problem with your handle, it's likely that the spring in your internal cassette is worn out and needs replacing. The best way to determine this is to remove the handle and then operating the lever. If the handles droop it means that their spring strength has diminished. It is important to install heavy duty locks and latches in your replacement conservatory doors to avoid this occurring.
The majority of replacement handles feature a spring cassette inside the backplate, which is used to hold the lever. They work with a standard or multi-point latch to ensure that the door handles are returned to their horizontal position after use. This is an essential feature because it is difficult to operate the handles with no springs if they are not returning to their optimal position.
However, there are still some upvc handles on the market that don't have the spring cassette, and thus must be fitted with heavy duty latches or locks. These are more frequent on older doors made of upvc, in which the handles haven't been upgraded for many years.
Once you have the correct handle type selected and it's the perfect length for your doors made of upvc, it is simply an issue of fitting it according to the instructions provided. Carefully align the screw holes of the handle's exterior to the holes already in your euro profile cylinder then insert the spindle and screws provided and tighten up. Repeat the procedure for the internal handle.
One thing to be aware of is that the cylinders included with these handle sets are not the standard cylinders used in modern multi-point locks. They have a smaller diameter and will require the larger, bulb-shaped the cylinders that are typically found on older multi-point doors. These cylinders are available from your local locksmith, or online. This is an additional cost to the new upvc handle set and is only required if you have old multi-point locks installed on your double-glazed doors. The majority of the upvc handles on the market come with cylinders as they are the most popular size used. It is a good idea, however, to keep spare cylinders in case they are lost or broken. You'll save time as well as money by not having to buy an entirely new set of handles. This will also allow you to utilize the same cylinder for repairs to your existing Upvc handles in the event that the spring inside the handle cassette wears out. This can occur if the door handle is used with excessive force, particularly by older or young children.