12 Replacement Conservatory Door Handles Facts To Refresh Your Eyes At The Cooler. Cooler
Changing Conservatory Door Handles
Switching your conservatory door handles is a straightforward job that most people will be at ease doing. It is essential to first check if the handles you have have springs or not.
We stock a wide range of replacement handles for all the major uPVC double-glazing manufacturers such as Hoppe Mila Avocet & the Fab n' Fix. You need to take two crucial measurements before you choose the best handle. These are the distance between the screw fixing centres and the center of the keyhole (also known as PZ centres).
Lever/lever
You may want to change the handle style when you install new uPVC doors for your conservatory. The design of your handles can be a significant difference in the overall appearance of your space, as well as the security level you need. The good news is that changing a door handle is a easy task that most people can handle themselves in around five minutes.
Before you begin this process, it is essential to ensure that the door is closed and secured so that you can work in a safe manner. Next, you will need to take off the handle and the cylinder lock. After removal, you'll need to carefully mark the location of the screw holes on the back plate. This will help you determine the exact location to screw in your replacement handle. Once you have the handle marked, you can make use of these measurements to purchase the suitable handle for your uPVC door.
The lever, screws and pad spindles are all located inside the lock case (which is located inside the door) therefore it is impossible to change any handle without ensuring that they match with each other. This is why it's crucial to measure accurately prior to purchasing a new set handles.
You'll need to measure the PZ dimension (centre of the hole in the euro cylinder) and the Top Screw to Spindle distance. You'll then need to locate the ideal uPVC door handles for your home. We've put together a handy guide to measuring door handles that will help you.
Lever/lever handles are the most popular type of door handle. They are available in a variety of different styles and finishes. You can pick 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 available on a variety of uPVC doors in various sizes and types.
If you are looking to make your uPVC door more secure, choose a handle that has an electronic locking mechanism. This will add an extra layer of security to your home, and is especially useful for exterior doors. These types of handles come with a range of locking options, including keyed alike or dummy door lock.
Some lever handle sets are reversible, meaning they can be used on either side of the door. Some aren't, and will need to be specifically ordered to match the orientation of your door. We suggest checking that the lever set you purchase is handed before ordering as some brands such as Schlage only offer handles that are reversible for standard doors.
Un-sprung
These door handles made of upvc are not spring-loaded. The latch/multi-point locks apply a force to them which returns their levers to a horizontal position following use. As time passes, this can cause the handles to slide downwards.
If this is an issue with your handle, it is likely that the spring in your internal cassette has worn away and requires replacement. You can test this by taking off the handle, and then using the lever. If the handles are drooping, this means they have lost their spring strength and it is essential to fit heavy duty latches/locks in conjunction with your replacement doors for conservatories to prevent this occurrence.
The majority of replacement handles are multipoint sprung with the spring cassette located in the back plate, and then retaining the lever. They work with a standard or multi-point latch to ensure the door handles return to their horizontal position following use. This is an essential feature because it is difficult to operate the handles with no springs when they are not returned to their optimal position.
There are a few upvc handles that still do not have the spring cassette. These will need to be fitted with heavy duty locks/latches. These are more common in older upvc door handles that have not been upgraded in many years.
Once you have the proper handle type picked and it's the perfect length for your upvc doors it's an issue of fitting it in accordance with the directions provided. Carefully align the screw holes of the handle's exterior to the existing ones in the euro profile cylinder, then put in the spindle and screws provided and tighten it up. Repeat replacement conservatory roofs for the internal handle.
It is important to remember that the cylinders in these handles do not match the ones used in modern multi-point locks. They have smaller in size and will require the larger, bulb-shaped cylindrical cylinder that is typically found on older multi-point doors. These cylinders are available from your local locksmith, or on the internet. They are an additional cost to the new upvc handle set and is only necessary for those who have older multi-point locks that are fitted to your double-glazed doors. These cylinders are included with the majority of upvc handles available as they are the most commonly used size. It is a good idea, however, to keep spare cylinders in case they are lost or broken. You'll save time and money by not having to buy a new handle set. You can also use the same tool to repair your handles made of upvc if the spring in the handle cassette's internals wears out or breaks. This can happen if excessive force is applied when using the door handles, especially by older people or children.