FAQ's

I can't find specific parts for my double glazing on your website? If you have used the Search tool at the top of the website and checked the website menu then use our Contact page to get in touch and we'll help you find it. If we don't have it we will try and point you in the right direction. My upvc window locks have failed, do you carry spares...

What is a balcony door handle? Balcony door handles can be the same as any normal upvc door handle but some designs depend on the size, design and functionality of the balcony. For most balcony situations the door handle only needs to operate and lock from the internal side of the door, thereby requiring some slight differences to the handle as ...

What do I need to check before replacing kitchen door handles? The critical issue is being able to find handles that will pick up the existing holes in the cupboard door. We suggest you measure the size between the centres of the two fixing holes and compare them against the preferred cabinet handle designs you want. The best way to do this is ...

Is it straightforward to replace most pull handles? It is fairly straightforward to replace pull handles on drawers, cabinets and cupboards. The most important thing to measure is the size between the centres of the two screw holes. This should fall into one of the standard sizes unless you are unlucky. Take a look at this replacement cabinet ...

What sort of applications can I use cupboard cup handles for? These handles are very popular now and used by customers for kitchen cupboards or drawers of different types. It would be best to check the fixing centres to be sure they can replace the pull or bar type handles. The 64mm centres size is the most popular. How many fixings are supplied ...

Where are these novelty drawer knobs best used? They are great for children's nurseries and bedrooms and fit any drawer, cupboard, wardrobe or cabinet where one screw hole is used for fixing. Are they suitable for very young children? Some of the knobs are made from soft plastic, even flexible, and are easy to handle. If a toddler should grapple...

How are cupboard knobs fitted? It's usually just one screw thread (provided) that screws into the back of the knob through a clearance hole in the drawer, cupboard or door. The fitting is usually an M4 (4mm) screw. Can I get different sizes of the same knob design? In a lot of cases you can choose from a selection of sizes at the point of order...

What is a Cockspag Window handle? This is a hybrid handle that incorporates the features of both an espag window handle and a cockspur window handle. Effectively the window locks by turning a spindle which in turn locks the espag locks around the window. The cockspur nose of the handle also locks against a wedge block for extra security. Other ...

  What types of door stops are available? The types of door stops that are most common break down into two distinct categories. Floor mounted door stops or wall door stops. How easy is it to fit these door stops? These are simple products that can be quickly and easily installed although there are some important factors you need to assess...

What are these antique handles and knobs made from? They are made from a number of metal alloys and cast into a finished product. Finishing is created using a special black powder coating process. Do you have matching black antique ironmongery for interior door handles? We do have a range of black antique door handles, letterboxes and most ...