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29 November 2020

Why is my door handle stiff? How to Fix Door Knob Sticking

Door Knob or Door Handle Sticking? Is your door handle or door knob sticking or stiff to operate? The cause could be one of several problems. We will take you through how to diagnose and fix...

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27 November 2020

Door Handle Not Springing Back - How To Fix a Door Handle Spring

Problems with a drooping door handle? This week we have a useful Troubleshooting Workflow as part of the More Handles 'How To...' Series for if your door handle is not springing back correctly. Dear Door Doctor, Why is...

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26 November 2020

A Guide To Choose The Right Tubular Latch

Tubular Latch Sizes - How To Choose The Right Tubular Latch For Your Door  In need of a new door latch but not sure how to choose the right door latch for your door? The...

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25 November 2020

What is a Spindle and what kind do I need?

Door Handle Spindles Architectural Ironmongery can be a confusing place - filled with different terminology and jargon that can quickly become confusing. The More Handles Technical guides series of articles aims to break down confusing industry jargon...

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25 November 2020

How to Fit Kitchen Handles

How to Fit Kitchen Handles Fitting kitchen handles is a relatively simple DIY task, and requires only basic tools. What Tools Do I Need to Fit Kitchen Handles? To fit kitchen door handles you will...

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8 September 2020

Stop Draughts With A Chimney Sheep Draught Excluder

Keep the warmth in your home with a Chimney Sheep™ This time of year we all begin to realise the need to get the heating back on.  But how much heat are you losing up...

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22 July 2020

Restoring Garden Furniture

If the winter months have left your garden furniture and decking looking a little tired, it might not be as bad as you think! When your wooden decking and garden furniture is neglected for a...

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6 July 2020

How To Choose Door Handles

Why is it important to give great thought while selecting knobs and handles? Most see door handles as only for doors, but don’t realize how they can impact the overall décor of our home.  Most...

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Products You'll Like

Manital Ibra Economy Version Door Handle On Backplate- Pair
Manital Ibra Economy Version Door Handle On Backplate- Pair
From £17.51 Inc. VAT RRP £21.89 Inc. VAT
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Del'eau Stainless Steel Single Tumbler Holder Lx12ss
From £4.80 Inc. VAT RRP £47.59 Inc. VAT
Serozzetta Philadelphia Door Handle On Rose - Pair
Serozzetta Philadelphia Door Handle On Rose - Pair
From £18.43 Inc. VAT RRP £23.04 Inc. VAT
How To Guides

5 June 2020

How To Fit A Suffolk Thumb Latch

How To Fit a Suffolk Latch The traditional height for fitting the thumb latch is about 1300mm from floor. Drill a row vertically of 6mm holes one above the other, then with the use of...

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28 May 2020

Caring for Your Culinary Concepts Items

How to Care for Stainless Steel Keep your stainless steel cutlery and home accessories in prime condition. It is important to remember that although stainless steel is a highly durable and stain-resistant material, cutlery may suffer...

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9 May 2020

What is a Tubular Latch? How to choose the correct Tubular Latch

Tubular Latch Sizes Architectural Ironmongery can be a confusing place - filled with different terminology and jargon that can quickly become confusing. The More Handles ‘How To’ guides series of articles aims to break down...

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12 February 2020

How To Guide... Fitting Door Hinges

Fitting Hinges It is essential when fitting door hinges that the door frame is vertically and horizontally plumb, especially the hinge side as the pivot point of all hinges requires to be the same for...

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19 January 2020

A Guide to Buying Screws at More Handles

More Handles stocks a huge range of screws to suit all applications. Supplying the industry-leading TIMco Brand of screws, along with a wide range of screws from our ironmongery suppliers designed specifically for fitting their...

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17 December 2019

More Handles Technical Guides: "How to protect door hardware from salt air?”

Technical Guides: “I live by the sea. What is the best material for external door handles? How can I prevent salt-spray marine corrosion?" Approximately 3 million people in the UK (out of 60 million) live on the coast. For them...

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