Follow these step by step guidelines to replace your uPVC letterboxes:
Establish the overall outer sizes of the letterbox - this will establish whether it is a 12" Standard, 12" Slimline or 10" Standard.
Lift up the inner flap and measure across the letterbox postal slot (Width x Height).
Choose the relevant letterbox and click for further details.
Check the diagram to compare the postal slot sizes and fixing centres.
In some cases there may be some minor modification needed to the hole in the door.
These uPVC letterboxes can also be used on timber doors to tidy the existing aperture and add draughtproofing to the letterbox area of the door. When it is particularly windy and cold the presence of a draught sealed letterbox can be worth its weight in gold! The spring loaded action of the letterbox flap means no rattling in the wind!
The nice thing with these uPVC letterboxes is they are well made and consider all aspects of modern design to make life easier. A choice of finishes and sizes helps too and to be honest they are easy to fit. We've come up with a Help Guide to walk you through the simple steps to replace your uPVC letterbox. A simple tape measure is all that is needed on your part.
Just use a slightly damp cloth with mild soapy water to keep your uPVC letterboxes looking new! You don't need household cleaners, in-fact you mustn't use cleaners on these surfaces particularly chrome as it can pit the surface. It's like all things, a little bit of care and it could last a life time!
When fitting the letterboxes always ensure the smaller sleeve is on the outside, that way when pushing the post through the box it will not hit a ridge. It will also save the Posties finger nails!
When fitting the uPVC letterboxes try not to overtighten the screws and make sure the screw positions are accurate otherwise the letterbox could bend ever so slightly and could casue the flap to stick.
