Enter the characters you see below Sorry, we just need to make sure you're not a robot. For best results, please make sure your browser is accepting cookies. Type the characters you see in this image:Step 1: Meet the mortise lock and door knobs.- Does your pvc door catch on the frame. - On the side or the bottom- Does it get worse when the sun is shining- The darker colours and timber effects can be worst than white pvc as they attract more heat Once your door does drop or sag it can also effect how your lock works. If you have a multi point lock where you have to lift the handle to operate the lock. This action can get harder to do because your lock is now out of line due to your door sagging. This can happen to a lot of pvc doors over time. The most common cause is that the hinges just need to be adjusted. Plus it can get worse if the sun is shining on the door because pvc expands with heat. To adjust hinges is an easy job which can be carried out by almost anyone.
In most cases all that is needed is a set of Allen keys & a screwdriver Below is a guide on how to adjust some of the main door hinges used by window companies Flag Hinge : One of the most common hinges used in the UK & Ireland is the flag hinge. This hinge has 3 different adjustments. The first one is on the bottom if you use your Hex key and turn the screw on the bottom it will lift your door. The second is on the top first you will have to clip of a pvc cap than you will see the screw if you turn this it will tighten the door sash against the frame given you a tighter seal. This is needed sometimes because as time goes on you seal may shrink or flatten a small bit. So you use this adjustment to make sure you don't start getting a draught through your door.The last one is on the side if you look into the hole on the side you will see a screw which will take a 5mm hex key. Turn the screw one way and the door sash will move to the left and turn it the other way and the door moves to the right.
There are many different types of flag hinges but they all work in the same way. They may just look a bit different. T -Hinge : This is another type of hinge used on pvc doors. It has only 2 types of adjustments. The first one is on the top & bottom and this will tighten the seal against the frame. The other one in on the side and this will move it left or right depending on the way you turn the screw Butt Hinge : This hinge comes with only one adjustment. If you look at the side you will see a philips head screw. If you turn this it will move the door left or right. But before you try to turn this screw check to see if there is a small grub screw as this locks the hinge in place so the door won't move. Not all butt hinges have this but the door won't move unless you loosen this. Plus a lot of the older Butt hinges have no adjustment at all. If this is the case you will have to reline the hinges. If you have tried adjusting the door hinges but your door is still catching.
Than maybe you need new hinges. Remember new hinges don't cost a lot and are not to hard to replace. Most window companies will do this for you and it won't cost the earth. But just to be safe it is better to ring at least two company's to get prices Feel free to ask any questions by posting them in the comment box belowUpvc Hardware Limited, established as a family business in 1995, has now grown to be a nationwide market leader in the supply of hardware spares for UPVC windows and doors. We supply hardware spare parts (Locks, Hinges, Handles etc.) for the repair of UPVC windows and doors across the UK. We stock parts from all the major uPVC hardware manufacturers including: Mila, Coldseal, GU, Avocet, Fuhr, Kenrick, Lockmaster, Maco, Saracen, Squire, Surelock, Wink Haus and Yale.We offer bulk packs of popular items at even more discounted prices. See the Bulk Discounts and Special Offers pages for details. A Selection From Our Special Offers Coldseal/Mila upvc Door Lockcase - Gearbox (Quantity 10+)
Multi Point Window Lock Keeps (Quantity 20+) WMS Butt Fit UPVC Door Hinge (Quantity 10+) Cockspur Wedges - White (Quantity 20+) UPVC double glazing hardware parts now available at our sales counter located in Halifax (near Huddersfield) in West Yorkshire. If you're local, why not call in and see us? You can buy all types of upvc double glazing hardware spare parts from our sales counter. With a huge stock range we should have the part you need to repair your double glazed window or door. Our counter staff are trained to help retail customers as well as locksmiths, property maintenance companies and double glazing companies. The Contact Us page has our full address details. Avocet ABS Locks - High security Euro Cylinder Lock Barrel A security vulnerability has been identified in the design of standard euro lock barrels. Every PVC door with a standard euro cylinder lock is at risk, protect yourself by fitting the most secure euro cylinder lock barrel on the market.
See the Avocet ABS Euro Cylinder Door Lock Barrel page for details. We supply hardware to repair most double glazed UPVC windows and doors fitted over the last 30 years. We aim to despatch the majority of orders the same day; we understand that broken hardware needs replacing as quick as possible. We hold good stock levels of all our products, rarely do we run out of stock. Here at UPVC Hardware we specialise in supplying hardware for repair and maintenance of UPVC windows and doors. Some of our hardware is often fitted to timber or aluminium windows, doors and patio doors. Door and window handles sometimes suffer mechanical failure and need replacing. However it can be be beneficial to renew handles simply because they look outdated and tired. Replacing UPVC handles can give a new look to older windows and doors. You can find replacement uPVC window handles or uPVC Door handles in our UPVC Handles section. Competing hardware manufacturers have produced a huge range of window and door locks over the years.
Unfortunately there is no such thing as a 'standard' lock. We outline the key measurements and features to help our customers identify and purchase a suitable replacement lock. To view our replacement uPVC window locks and uPVC door locks., visit our Lock section . Looking for replacement uPVC window hinges or uPVC Door hinge? Visit our Hinge section for more details. If you can't find what you are looking for, please send an email with as much technical information as possible: purpose, dimensions, colour, and any letters or numbers printed on the product. A digital photo of the failed product is useful for identification. Please ensure that you have checked the website for your product first because it is extensive. We pride ourselves on being able to supply our customers with an extensive range of hardware in the UPVC hardware industry. Discounts are available for multiple purchases of each item, please contact us with your requirements. For technical help and sales, don't hesitate to contact us.