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  1. Replacement uPVC Door Handles – How To Replace them

    Replacement uPVC Door Handles – How To Replace them

    How To find replacement upvc door handles uPVC Door Handles tend to break between the lever and the backplate. Repairing them is not really an option as mechanical parts are just not available in the supply chain. The only answer is to find replacement upvc door handles. Follow our guidance either on this page or using our 'How To Measure uPVC ...

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  2. Lever Pad uPVC Door Handles – Learn More About Them

    Lever Pad uPVC Door Handles – Learn More About Them

    Why are lever pad upvc door handles used on a door? This type of handle has some profound differences in lock functionality to the general lever type  of uPVC Door Handles found on most doors. Lever pad upvc door handles can be inline and operate from one single spindle or independently from each side of the door using two inline spindles or two ...

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  3. Security Door Handles – FAQ’s

    Security Door Handles – FAQ’s

    What are security door handles? These are a fairly recent innovation found in some residential door applications and largely the result of much publicity given to the burglary technique known as lock snapping. Conventional upvc Door Handles can be broken fairly easily so new designs of handles have been designed to counteract this. These door ...

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  4. Espagnolette Window Handles aka Espag Handles – FAQ

    Espagnolette Window Handles aka Espag Handles – FAQ

    How do I know if I have espagnolette Window Handles?  Espagnolette Window Handles are found on most uPVC or double glazed windows where the handle turns a series of locks around the perimeter of the window. Inside the window is a small gearbox that connects with a 7mm square spindle from the back of the handle. The gearbox is then linked to the ...

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  5. Door Chains – FAQ’s

    Door Chains – FAQ’s

    Are your door chains easy to fit to upvc doors? They can be awkward in two respects so best to make some assessment of how you would fit the door chain before going too far. The problems usually occur with either a limited amount of frame to fit the chain bracket to (16mm needed) or getting an adequate fixing into the cavity of the pvc door. How ...

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  6. Internal Door Handles – FAQ’s

    Internal Door Handles – FAQ’s

    Can these internal handles be used on a front door or exterior door? You can use them on an exterior door, and many people do, but the longevity of the handle with respect to resistance to weathering is not as strong as needed. Our handles are no different to anyone else's in a lot of respects but we do specify they are preferred as ...

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  7. Pewter Ironmongery – FAQ’s

    Pewter Ironmongery – FAQ’s

    Are your handles actually made from Pewter? They are not made from pewter rather a collection of metal alloys that are developed into a pewter effect. The end result is a stunning and persuasive look of traditional pewter ironmongery. How durable is the pewter effect finish? Extremely durable on interior as well as exterior doors. The finish is ...

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  8. Interior Door Knobs – FAQ’s

    Interior Door Knobs – FAQ’s

    Are door knobs sprung? In most cases they are sprung knobs where the spring is applied to one of the knobs. Check the details of each door knob when purchasing to be sure. Do they come in pairs and are they handed? All door knobs are sold in pairs for interior doors. When fitting to the door be sure to locate the sprung knob onto the door in the...

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  9. Cockspur Handles – FAQ’s

    Cockspur Handles – FAQ’s

    What is a cockspur handle?  A cockspur handle can be found on the older uPVC or aluminium double glazed windows where the handle turns onto a wedge shaped block to close the window (not to be confused with timber window handles where the nose of the handle closes into a block - see the window latches section in that case). Other types of ...

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  10. Window Latches For Timber Windows – FAQ’s

    Window Latches For Timber Windows – FAQ’s

    I have John Carr handles but can't get them any more, what will replace them? There are a number of different John Carr window latches but unfortunately the handles are no longer available. To replace them is still possible and generally involves trying to position the catch onto the frame where thin or rounded corners exist. In the first instance...

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