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UPVC Replacement Door Handles

The handles on your doors wear out with time and require to be replaced. In this case, it is important that the new handles conform to the critical dimensions of the handle that was previously used.

The three measurements to check are the top screw position the lever and key hole dimensions. Use the size guide to help you.

Inline Lever/Lever





A lever handle is a contemporary door handle designed to work with new or replacement doors. This type of handle is available in a variety of styles and finishes. A number of manufacturers make this handle, including Avocet ERA, Fullex, Hoppe, Mila, Millenco & Yale.

Fab and Fix Windsor Inline Sprung Lever Door Handle

The door handles made of uPVC/Composite are made of sturdy materials and are suitable for multi-point lock doors that require a heavy duty design. The handles are inline, and they utilize the same spindle and screws to secure them. They can be easily installed on any uPVC/Composite doors.

door handles Repair My Windows And Doors can be positioned and angled to fit all users. The handle has been tested for endurance up to 200,000 cycles. This helps ensure that the quality of finish and performance is maintained over time. The lever that springs is adjustable to fit a broad range of locks. This is useful for narrower doors where the cylinder is situated further back in the door. A lever that is shorter is a good choice for doors that have latches that can be activated by the thumb turn on the inside.

Lever Pad

The lever pad upvc handle is different from the lever handles used on the majority of doors. These handle types are either operated by one spindle or two spindles inline or offset. They are typically used on UPVC double glazed doors. They come in many variations & finishes.

The handles have been tested to at least 200 000 cycles and are available in several finishes like White and Silver, as well as Chrome & Gold. The finish is BS EN 1670 Grade 5 and resistant to corrosion. This provides the handle with a high performance and durability for its intended use.

All of the UPVC lever pad styles for handles come with screws and a spindle that allow them to be installed on a new or existing uPVC door. The backplate fixing centres of 211mm permit a bigger size of handle which can be beneficial in replacing a defective or worn multi point door lock mechanism. The handle levers come with springs, which eliminate the problem of handles for doors that slide out of horizontal position when not being used.

It is crucial to ensure that the PZ dimensions of both the multipoint lock and the uPVC doors when selecting the replacement UPVC spindle and handle. This measurement is also called the "handle centre" or "cylinder centres and is an essential aspect of matching up the right handles.

Once you have the proper PZ size you will then need to ensure that the handle lever pads and push pads are in a suitable shape to fit the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handles that you require for your doors. They are typically square or round with an internal lever, and an external push pad.

Most of the UPVC lever pads that we offer are sprung, which means that they return to their horizontal position when not being used, instead of hanging out and potentially sticking in the frame. This helps prevent the draughts and cold air from entering a property. The majority of UPVC lever pad style handles come in both left and right handed versions that allow them to be installed on either side of the doors.

Euro Cylinder

Cylinder locks are commonly used on uPVC doors, but can be utilized on other types of door. Cylinder locks are operated by a key which unlocks the cylinder case. The case is then able to reveal pins that can be aligned to those in the lock and allow them to rotate the revolving camera, thereby opening the door. Euro cylinders can be fitted with up to six pins, with both internal and external doors generally having different levels of security.

Selecting the right cylinder for your needs is crucial; it is dependent on the way your doors and handles are utilized. External doors, for instance are required to be fitted with cylinders that are more secure and internal doors can be secured using the standard cylinder. Certain cylinders are equipped with additional features that increase security, like anti-drill or anti-bump properties.

A euro cylinder should be properly measured to ensure that it is the correct 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. If you are unable measure it with the lock in position, you can take it out of it. A cylinder that protrudes beyond the handle and escutcheon may be vulnerable to attacks such as lock snapping, so it is important that it's not too long.

The design of most newer cylinders has anti-drilling and bump resistance features. These are designed to reduce the chances of an attack by forcing the cylinder to rotate in the opposite direction. This can help to deflect attacks and protect your door.

There are also cylinders that are constructed to withstand snapping. This is a more frequent type of attack on cylinders, where the break line inside the lock is attacked using a special tool to break the front of the cylinder and allow the door to open. This is a faster and simpler method to gain access than through a multipoint locking system. It also leaves no evidence of the break-in which can hinder insurance claims.

Spring Cassette

This spring cassette sits within the base of your door handle's backplate, providing a spring solution to return the multipoint lock handles back to their normal position after usage. Previously a lot of handles didn't have a spring built into them, and without it they are more likely to slide or drop when the locking mechanism is disengaged. This component is the most effective way to fix this problem. It also helps prevent your door from becoming stuck in the closed or open position as they are difficult to close manually.

These spring cassettes are specifically designed for use with sprung multipoint locks but they won't work with multipoint handles that are not sprung and you will need to have a bespoke hole cut into your backplate to allow these to fit (please look at the image for a technical diagram). They are a replacement for existing damaged or missing cassettes inside the backplate of the door handle for many brands of uPVC doors. They are fitted with an elongated square that allows for an 8mm spindle to be used and they are supplied individually.

These spring cassettes are a great value-for-money way to fix the problem of handles on your doors sliding. They are simple to install and will prolong the lifespan of your uPVC doors. Contact us for more information about our selection of uPVC accessories and spares. We are here to assist you and give you expert advice.