Hinges these are often overlooked and are an important component of a upvc door.
How to change a upvc door locking mechanism.
This can be quite complex to fix or replace as it really depends on the type of door and manufacturer.
If you find your door is rattling when closed or if it isn t catching when being pushed shut it may be that you need to adjust the door latch.
The gearbox is an essential part of the locking mechanism found in the door.
As long as you have selected the correct size central gearbox you will have no difficulty in changing it over.
Test the lock by turning the key both right and left a few times and gently tug on the key when it is turned to both.
A handle set these sit on each side of the door and are used to operate the latch and the locking mechanism bolts.
Door locks and mechanisms can be purchased from upvc spares 4 repairs.
How to remove and replace a upvc multipoint locking mechanism first you need to remove the handles so locate how many screws are holding them in place and remove them usually two or three but always double check if the handle isn t coming away freely there may be an extra screw you missed.
All you need to replace your old upvc mechanism with a new central gearbox is a screw driver or drill and a spare 5 minutes.
A video tutorial on how to replace a full length door lock on a upvc or composite door.
How to change a upvc door.