Replacement handles for PVC windows

steveandel

We've moved into our new house and on a couple of the PVC double glaxed windows the handle/locking mechanism is very loose. The window bolts correctly but cannot be locked with a key. Basically I think they're not great quality windows and the handle/lock bit has broken. Is it possible to replace just the handle bit rather than the whole window? Also as I have no idea who installed them, are these parts failry interchangeable or will a company who did not originally install them have trouble fitting new handles (if it's possible!)

Thanks

FunkyMunkey

I have a similar problem, so any help would be appreciated!

Avoriaz

Have you tried tightening up the handles?

Ours are attached with a few screws. the screws might be concealed but should be easily found.

stevegray

It does sound like you just need to tighten the handle bolts if the window is working ok, this site explains what you need to measure(spindle etc) if you want to put different handles on. Its very easy.
http://www.upvc-hardware.co.uk/

Tight_Git_3

Screwfix direct sell just the handles in a number of different colours....

FunkyMunkey

Tight_Git wrote: »

Screwfix direct sell just the handles in a number of different colours....

Thanks, but I'm not sure what I should be looking for. Could you link to some products/categories. please?

Thanks

never_enough

FunkyMunkey wrote: »

Thanks, but I'm not sure what I should be looking for. Could you link to some products/categories. please?

Thanks

PVCu fittings
http://www.screwfix.com/app/sfd/cat/cat.jsp?cId=A333024&ts=27089

steveandel

Thanks, that looks like exactly what I need! :beer:

FunkyMunkey

Same here. Thanks!

Avoriaz

Avoriaz wrote: »

Have you tried tightening up the handles?

Ours are attached with a few screws. the screws might be concealed but should be easily found.

Maybe you missed this post.

It would be a shame to buy new handles if all that is required is a few minutes with a screwdriver.

bright_light_2

I have found the page with window handles on for the website mensioned by stevegray, it looks like you are sorted now but here it is anyway

http://www.upvc-hardware.co.uk/outward-opening-windows-c-65.html

Hope this is of use to somebody:D