Hellfire
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 posted on 3/7/06 at 02:05 PM |
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UPVC Window Advice
Are there any UPVC window fitters out there that could give me some advice? Having had UPVC windows fitted about 12 years ago, the opening mechanism
on a couple of the South facing windows, have gradually become more and more difficult to operate to the point where the handle broke off the other
day. I need to replace the handle and lubricate the locking mechanisms (something I should have done ages ago, I know).
What type of handle do I need and where can I get them from? Are they a standard fitting which can be unscrewed and simply replaced with a new one or
do they differ between window manufacturers. Any advice appreciated
Phil
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 02:07 PM |
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There are some companies around that will repair uPVC windows - worth a look in Yell.com, or the paper-based equivalent.
David
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Hellfire
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 02:41 PM |
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Yeah I know but I want to do it myself. It can't be too difficult.
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richwill
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 02:45 PM |
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Try Toolstation or Screwfix they stock replacement parts.
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Hellfire
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 04:57 PM |
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Just removed the locking mechanism and its actually the whole espagnolette sliding bar (along with the handle) that needs replacing. I reckon I might
be struggling now. 
Phil
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joneh
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 05:00 PM |
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I used to do double glazing. Chances are your manufacturer went bust a long time ago and its a totaly different mechanism now. Your only hope is
finding the original company and hoping the have an old mechanism around. Do you know what frame it is?
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Paul (Notts)
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 05:39 PM |
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Just about to fit a new window to the back of the garage and got a double glazed unit in B&Q sale they also sell handles like these - including
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gingerprince
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 06:33 PM |
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I'm about to do the same thing - basically the "square hole cam" thing has snapped.
A guy near me who used to do windows on the side has suggested a couple of places near me to try. I'll let you know if either of them are any
use - they're Leeds way but they may be of some use.
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Hellfire
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| posted on 3/7/06 at 08:08 PM |
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I can get the handles without too much problem, it's the sliding espagnolette lock that I really need. Frames were manufactured and fitted by
Coldseal but I think they went to the wall a few years ago.
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