Measuring Guides

Please see below some of our useful measuring guides to ensure you order the correct items for your property. If you have any further queries or require further assistance for measuring and replacing any items then please contact us and we will endeavour to ensure you are ordering and fitting the correct replacement items.

Cylinder

1.  First open the door and locate the fixing screw on the edge of the door in line with the cylinder
2. Remove the screw and slide the cylinder out
3. Using the image below; measure from the centre of the fixing screw hole to each end of cylinder to determine the two required dimensions 
4. In the example if A measures 55mm and B measures 40mm you require a 55/40 cylinder
5. Be aware that the measurement that comes second is the external facing part of the cylinder.

These measurements ensure the cylinder will sit centrally within the door and operate smoothly. Always measure both sides, as PVC doors are often offset, and avoid measuring the overall length alone to ensure an accurate fit.

Window Handle 

1. Remove the handle by unscrewing the two fixing screws and pull the handle straight out of the window
2. Measure the spindle length (in diagram below it is 50mm) from the underside of the handle base to the end of the spindle. 
3. Most handles have a 7mm square spindle size, it is worth checking this as you may need a different spindle if it is not 7/8mm on the square face
4. Measure the distance from the centre of one screw hole to the centre of the other. This is usually 43mm for most handles. It is worth checking to ensure the new handle covers the old screw holes. 
5. Check handle direction and correctly order if you need a Left or Right. Look at the handle when it is closed. If it points left then you require a left handle and vise versa.