How to measure a multipoint door lock.
Upvc door multipoint locking mechanism.
A multipoint lock that is engaged when the handle is lifted.
Hook deadbolt roller cam and centre latch are all types of locking points yet mainly all multipoint locks will contain more than one type.
Upvc door lock repairs can be costly but not as expensive as a new door.
In most cases a multipoint lock that is fitted to a upvc door will have a 35mm backset and a multipoint lock fitted to a composite timber door will have a 45mm backset.
With the lock removed note the shape of the central body of the lock and match its shape with the photos of our door locks until you find a match.
Top tip in some cases when a multipoint lock fails it is just the centre case that is faulty.
Now that you ve identified the brand you need to identify the locking points along the.
If you are new to buying replacement door lock mechanisms for upvc doors please take some time to view our identifying guide.
Below are some of the main reasons why your door could be broken and how to fix it.
Multipoint locks have been primarily used on upvc doors although occasionally and more recently they re being fitted to timber and composite doors.
Measure the multi point door lock using the diagram below.
The centre case is the middle part gearbox of your lock.
Comparing the above to photos on our multipoint door lock page you can see that this one is a mila door lock.
A cylinder lock where the key is inserted.
If you need to repair that faulty upvc door lock mechanism we have a vast range of replacement upvc multipoint locks and upvc door locks.
The majority of upvc doors are designed with two locking parts.
Next make a note of which type of locking points you already have and which order they sit in.