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HOW TO MEASURE A CYLINDER LOCK
There is a large range of sizes of cylinder locks in two main profiles: Euro and Oval. This guide will help you to identify and measure your cylinder lock to ensure you purchase the correct replacement.
HOW TO MEASURE A DOOR HANDLE
There are three key measurements that you need to take in order to ensure your purchase a correctly-fitting door handle.
HOW TO MEASURE A LETTERBOX
Letterboxes available in three main sizes. The important first step is ensuring you know whether you require a panel or midrail letterbox.
HOW TO MEASURE A LOCKCASE/GEARBOX
Although you might not require all of the measurements below, it is worth bearing in mind that the more information we have, the easier it will be to ensure you purchase the correct replacement.
HOW TO MEASURE A MULTIPOINT DOOR LOCK
There are a number of configurations of multipoint door locks, therefore ensuring that you have all the correct measurements is imperative to choosing the correct replacement.
HOW TO MEASURE A WINDOW HANDLE
Window handles can be broken down into two sub-sectors: those suitable for standard UPVC windows, and those suitable for tilt & turn UPVC windows. This guide addresses the first of these sub-sectors.
HOW TO MEASURE A WINDOW HINGE
There are three key measurements needed in identifying your window hinge, but there are also a couple of configuration specifics you need to be aware of to ensure that you purchase the correct hinge.
HOW TO MEASURE A WINDOW LOCK
Espag window locks are relatively easy to identify and install. The instructions below should help you through the process of measuring your current lock to establish the direct replacement that you require.