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Replacement UPVC Door Handles You can find the ideal handle for your door, whether you are replacing your existing handles or adding security. Upvc handles are simple to fit and comply with the required 92mm centres of multipoint locks. The most important measurements to consider are the backplate fixing centers and lever/key hole dimensions. Compare these measurements to your existing measurements prior to placing an order. 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 designed to be used with key wind locks. However, they can be fitted to multipoint split spindle door locks. Once you have selected the right handle for your doors, the finishes will be listed in the drop-down menu. Some styles of handles are not available in all finishes. You should always examine the technical drawing and dimensions for the product you are looking for to ensure you get the right size and fit. It is important to ensure that when you choose a new set upvc lever pad handles, they match the PZ (distance from the handle spindle to the center of the hole of the cylinder) of your multipoint door locks. This is because these need to be aligned in order so that the doors remain locked, no matter if you're looking from the outside or inside. The handles we offer are designed to work with a variety of standard cylinder locks, however you should double-check prior to ordering. If you want to upgrade to dual spindle levers you'll need to remove the handles that are currently in use and then take apart the lock case. This will require an additional split inline cylinder. You can purchase these separately. We have included a technical diagram in the images of each product. Once you have removed the screws that hold your existing door handle it is recommended to loosen them and examine the mechanism to determine the condition it is in. You may need to loosen the screws even more when they aren't tight. Then you can remove the old handle and spindle and replace it with a new door handle made of upvc. Before putting the handle in place 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 it is level. Lever/Lever The lever handles for doors are used to operate a multi-point lock using an Euro cylinder. They are found on a variety of double upvc doors as well as wooden and aluminium doors. They have a lever on the inside and an outside paddle and are usually supplied in two varieties. Sprung – These include a spring cassette within the backplate to help bring the handle lever into the horizontal position. Non-sprung – These do not have a spring mechanism, and will require manual pulled to bring the handle lever back to its horizontal position. To fix a door handle lever that is sagging, you'll need to find the hole or detent access pin. This is usually small, protruding ring or rectangular found on the handle base plate. Once you have located the hole for accessing the detent or pin, you can remove it with a screwdriver. Once the handle is in a horizontal position, you can re-install the screws and tighten them to make sure the handle stays secured to the base plate. Consider applying a threadlocking solution to the threads of screws to improve grip and prevent them from loosing over time. Drooping lever door handles could be the result of a number of factors. The most frequent reason is that the fixings have been too tightened and are putting strain on the bearings that are causing it to bind against the door face. It could also be that the levers may not have been adjusted at the right angle, which causes compression of the latch mechanism, preventing it from fully springing into action. Another common cause is that the lever that is sprung is not operating correctly and this is usually due to the sprung not being in the proper position within the backplate. The easiest way to test this is to operate the handle and see whether it returns to the horizontal position. If the door handles aren't tight, it is essential to spot the issue quickly, since it could cause excessive wear on the screws, and even to the handle falling off the base plate. It is recommended to tighten all screws that are loose on a regular basis to help to stop them from loosening. Lever/Snib These upvc handles are also called 'Snib handle sets' and come with the snib lock button on the top of the door lever. If you don't have a dummy lock device then you can use this to secure the door. These door handles are fitted with a Fullex lock 68PZ. (68mm between the spindle and the lock centre). We also stock a variety of other door handles with 68PZ from various manufacturers, including Ferco and Fab & Fix. You can make your home more modern by changing the handles on your doors whether you are replacing existing handles or installing new ones on doors that you have built. There are various styles available for door handles made of upvc including the classic levers on backplates. 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. upvc door handles Repair My Windows And Doors on backplate handles are often rectangular in shape, however you can also find circular or oval shaped versions that are referred to as rose door handles. These types of door handles are equipped with a lever or knob on a backplate that sits behind the lever or knob and is often referred to as a rosette. However, certain back plates can be detached to allow for concealed fixing. The handles are available in a variety of finishes, including chrome and coloured finishes to be matched to your door and hardware like knobs, hinges, and bolts. Some handles are supplied with grub screws to assist in firmly attaching the knob or lever to the spindle. Other handles are supplied with bathroom spindles that can be used to operate bathroom locks. They incorporate a thumbturn turn and release mechanism, which is ideal to use on doors for bathrooms. Mortise The tubular latch is the most likely to be the culprit in the event that your door handle is slammed shut. It could be due to various reasons but the most prevalent is a lack of lubrication in the latch plate. It is possible to fix this issue by opening the door and spraying lubricant on the lock and handle. It could also be that the latch is loose from the backplate. This can be a bit more problematic and will require a specialist to fix it. A multipoint handle system is the ideal solution to stuck door handles. The handles are inserted into the door's faceplate and are operated by the thumb turn knob or key that activates an electronic cam that locks the deadbolt. The handles are available in a range of sizes that will fit various kinds of uPVC doors and come with a variety of attractive finishes to match the hardware you already have. These handles can be purchased via the internet or at an authorized locksmith in your area. They are simple to install and come with clear directions. You'll need to know your PZ size of your cylinder in order to choose the correct replacement handle set. This is the distance from the edge of the inner frame of the door to the central point of the hole for the handle in millimetres. You'll also need the type of lock that is installed on your door, regardless of whether it is a mortise or hook lock. Once you have these measurements, the most efficient method to locate the correct handles is to search by brand option on the website. This will narrow down your options, and you will then choose the right size from there. A typical handle set includes the handle with a pair of various length screws, drill guides and installation instructions. Smarter versions, like the Igloohome Smart Mortise 2+ come with a mortice lock with keypad. These are more complex models and are ideal to professional installers or adept DIYers. Some handle sets come with a variety of accessories, such as weather strips that can be used to enhance the appearance of the door.