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Door handles are one of, if not the, most used thing in your home or building.Just think about it, anyone who wants to enter the property has to use the door handle, just as they will have to when they leave. Whether you’re going to enjoy the garden, take out the bins, or heading to work, you’ll be pushing that door handle on your way.With that said then, it’s no surprise if old, low-quality door handles get worn or become loose and need replacing. In this guide, we will show you how to replace …

This step-by-step guide will show you how to fit a new window trickle vent. Airflow is extremely important in a household because it helps remove moisture from your home, reducing condensation. We’re going to start with a list of equipment you’ll need to begin this process.Tools needed to fit a trickle vent Tape measure or rulerPencil or penDrill8-10mm drill bitPozidriv drill bitNow that you have your list of tools gathered, you should probably order a new trickle vent. We sell a range of throu …

If you’ve noticed your uPVC door handle is sagging, drooping or just not sitting perfectly horizontal then it’s likely your door handle or door lock spring has broken.On modern uPVC doors, the door handles will have spring cassettes built directly into the backplate. On older doors the spring is built inside the door locking mechanism.The bad news is you can’t really fix these springs. The good news is we have a couple of solutions and some handy tips to help you fix the problem.If your door han …

In this article, we’re going to go through some frequently asked questions about patio door handles.Are Patio Door Handles Universal?Patio door handles are not universal and will require you to check some key measurements to ensure a replacement sliding patio door handle will fit correctly. Measuring a sliding patio door handle is done the same way as any other uPVC door handle.Are Patio Door Handles a Standard Size?As mentioned above, patio door handles are not a standard size and require two c …

What is a window seal?A window seal is a window rubber gasket which is typically installed in uPVC windows and doors. You will find bubble gasket seals are installed around the opening of a window or door. Whereas Wedge and E-gaskets are installed around the glass units.Can window seals be replaced?You can replace upvc window seals in your uPVC windows and doors. Doing so is very easy and doesn’t require any tools. You will find you can remove and install most window seals with just yo …