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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors get worn out with time and require to be replaced. It is essential to match the dimensions of the handles that were previously used when replacing them.

The top screw position as well as the lever and keyhole sizes are the three measurements you need to verify. Use the size guide to aid you.

Inline Lever/Lever

A lever/lever door handle is a contemporary handle that can be put in on new or replacement doors. This style door handle is available in a variety of designs and finishes. This handle is offered by several manufacturers including Avocet ERA Fullex Hoppe Mila Millenco Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The uPVC/Composite door handles are made of sturdy materials and are ideal for multi-point lock doors which require a robust design. The handles are inline and operate off the same spindle and screw fixings. They can be easily fitted to new or existing uPVC/Composite doors.

The handle can be placed and angled to accommodate the needs of all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles, this helps to ensure the quality of the finish as well as the performance of the handle over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to accommodate a wide range of locks. This is particularly useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is further away from the door. A shorter lever can be used on doors with latches that can be opened by the thumb inside.

Lever Pad

A Lever Pad door handle made of upvc operates differently from lever-type handles on doors. These handles can work off one single spindle (inline) or independently from both sides using two inline or offset spindles (pad). They are commonly used on UPVC doors with double glazing. They come in a variety of finishes and variations.

The handles have been tested to at least 200 000 cycles and are available in several finishes including White and Silver, as well as Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and is resistant to corrosion. This gives the handle the best performance and long-lasting durability for its intended purpose.


All UPVC handle lever pads include a spindle and screws and can be installed on the uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm allow for a larger handle, which can be beneficial when replacing a damaged or worn multi-point door lock mechanism. These levers for handles are also spring-loaded, thereby solving the issue of door handles sagging from their horizontal position when they are not in use.

It is crucial to match up the dimensions of the PZ for both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when selecting a replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also called 'handle centres or cylinder centre'. It is important to match the right handles.

After you have identified the correct PZ size it is important to ensure that the lever and push pads are designed to fit the American with Disabilities Act compliant handles you require for your door. They typically have rectangular or round in shape with an internal lever and an external push pad.

The majority of UPVC Lever Pads that we offer are sprung. This means that they return to a horizontal position after not in use instead of hanging and possibly sticking in the frame. This keeps draughts out of the home. It is also the case that the majority of UPVC lever pad handles are swivel which allows you to place them on either side of the door.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are typically used on uPVC doors, but they can be utilized on other types of doors. They work by using a key to unlock a cylinder that is then revealed with pins that can be aligned to those inside the lock body, permitting them to turn an revolving cam, opening the door. Euro Cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins with internal and external doors typically requiring different levels of security.

Choosing the right cylinder is crucial; it is contingent on the way your doors and handle are used. For instance, doors that are external must be secured with an extra secure cylinder, whilst internal doors can be secured using an ordinary cylinder. Additionally, certain cylinders are available with extra features that can improve security even more, like anti-drill and anti-bump characteristics.

A euro cylinder should be measured accurately to ensure that it is the right size for your door. The cylinder must be measured from the screw hole in the center to the ends of the cylinder. This includes the thumb turn if there is one. It is recommended to do this with the lock in place however, when this isn't possible, you can take it off to measure. It is essential to ensure that there is no cylinder that extends beyond the handle or escutcheon. This could make it vulnerable to lock snapping attacks.

The design of the latest cylinders comes with anti-drilling as well as bump resistance features. upvc door handles are designed to minimize attacks by forcing cylinders to turn in a different direction. This can to deflect an attack and ensure your door is secure.

There are also cylinders that have been designed to withstand snapping. This is a common occurrence on cylinders. A special tool is used to break the break line of the lock, and then the front of the cylinder is snapped off. This is a much faster and easier way to gain access than through the use of a multipoint locking system. It also leaves less evidence of the burglary which could hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette is found inside the base plate of the door handle. It offers a spring-loaded solution to return the multipoint lock handles to their normal position after use. In the past, a lot of these types of handle did not have a spring built into them, and as a result, they are more likely to slide or drop once the locking mechanism has been disengaged. The addition of this simple element is one of the best methods to correct this issue and is an effective way to keep your doors made of upvc from getting stuck in an open or closed position, since they aren't always easy to manually close by hand.

The spring cassettes were made to be used with sprung multipoint locks. They will not fit unsprung handles, and you will have to cut a hole in the backplate to allow them to fit. (Please look at the image for a more detailed diagram). They are a replacement for existing broken or missing cassettes in the door handle backplate of numerous brands of uPVC doors. They are available as a single unit. They feature a square cut out that accommodates an 8mm shaft.

These spring cassettes are a great value-for-money way to fix the problem of your door handles sliding. They are easy to fit and will increase the life span of your uPVC doors. For more information about our wide range of uPVC accessories and spares, you can get in touch with our team. We are always ready to offer professional advice and assistance you.

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