Balcony door handles: types, installation and repair

The handle on the balcony door is not as primitive as it seems? This is a complex device with a variety of functions. An important feature of the handle for a balcony door is its style. She is obliged not only to meet the conditions for reliability and convenience, but also to fit the style of window fittings. However, no matter how annoying, but just small elements and mechanisms often fail and require rotation. Properly selected and correctly installed handle will help to avoid most problems.

All devices for balcony doors that are available today on the Russian market can be broken down into the following categories:

• unilateral view;
• double-sided sample with asymmetry;
• with anti-cracking function;
• with a lock;
• shell;
• petal.

The one-sided handle is simple and convenient to use. It does not have special functionality and is optimal in the event that there is no need to unlock the balcony from the opposite side.

Two-sided asymmetric model looks the same on both sides of the balcony. It is similar to one-sided, but much more convenient, has a mechanism made of durable metal.

The device is endowed with a special function anti-evil. Ideal for owners of balconies on the lower floors. Having a specialized mechanism, it gives the opportunity to defend against intruders. The device is endowed with a special function anti-malware. Ideal for owners of balconies on the lower floors. Having a specialized mechanism, it gives the opportunity to defend against intruders.

The lobe design is not equipped with a standard locking mechanism. As a rule, it is made of fairly durable plastic. The handle-petal is fixed from the outside with self-tapping screws. Special decorated cover hides all the holes for mounting. This type of locking device helps to reduce heat loss, which is extremely important in cold weather.

The locking device type "shell" is made in two versions - from aluminum and plastic. As a rule, a similar model is sought to be fixed from the side of the balcony. Its purpose is to close the balcony from the inside. This type of fittings is convenient for those who like to smoke a cigarette on the balcony or people who often go to it. If there are small children in the family, a locking device together with a latch on the door will be extremely useful. The cockleshell is mainly included in the standard balcony. It is fixed without any problems and does not create special problems during operation.

On the balcony door mounted handle that meets certain characteristics. They need to know.

1. Resistant to temperature fluctuations. This is extremely important. For example, a locking device made of metal from the influence of temperature in the summer can burn a hand and freeze in the winter. Wood and plastic (PVC) pens do not have this drawback. Aluminum products are expensive, but their service life is longer.
2. Resistant to moisture. When the temperature jumps, condensate forms on the locking device. The high-quality product is not subject to corrosion, it remains efficient for a long time.
3. Security. Unglazed (open) balconies of the lower floors need protection from unauthorized entry into the home. A double locking device is a threat. For security, you need to equip the outer part of the lock.
4. Thermal protection. The handle and its location must ensure good impermeability, which means complete protection against the penetration of cold air. There are locking devices with a device for protection.
5. Ease of use. No one wants to dig for a long time with a locking mechanism to get to the balcony. There are simple devices in the form of shells, which are easily opened by hand.
6. Features door. Better still during the purchase will make sure that the model will fit your sample door. Be sure to check the functionality and functionality of the product directly in the store, with the seller. It should be smooth and free running.

Let us analyze the basic operations that need to be performed in order to repair the handle, which must be fixed carefully. Such actions do not need any special knowledge, skills, and intricate tools. Enough ordinary screwdriver.

When the device is completely out of order, then you have to change it.

To put the handle on the balcony door of plastic does not require special knowledge. It will take a minimum of tools: a power drill with drills, a screwdriver, screwdrivers and a little skill.

One-sided model on the balcony is installed, as a rule, in a situation when the old one has broken, which must be dismantled beforehand.

Then proceed directly to the installation.

1. It is inserted into the hole, the locking mechanism is brought to the "open" position. To do this, you need to turn the handle until the leaf opens.
2. Then the model is removed and inserted into a horizontal position.
3. Screws tighten all the way. A loose handle is faster.
4. Fasteners are closed with a decorative overlay.

For the possibility of opening and closing the door on both sides, there is a reason to tinker and put an asymmetrical design on both sides.

The installation procedure includes a series of actions.

1. First, the old handles are dismantled, the mechanism is brought to the “open” position. On the inner side of the door there are 3 holes placed vertically. The hole in the middle, which is intended for the square of the handle, must be projected onto the outside.
2. When drilling a hole you need not to spoil the lock hardware. There are two methods for this. In the first case, a hole is drilled through through a drill of 5 millimeters from the inside, and then from the outside it is drilled with a drill of 10 mm, without reaching the lock mechanism. The second option is simpler: before starting work, all the holes are taken out and drilled through.
3. The handle is inserted from the outside, the holes for the fasteners are laid out. This can be done with a bright marker or a pencil. Holes make the required diameter.
4. The locking hardware is mounted in place; if it is removed, the outer handle is inserted into the holes made in the horizontal position and the length of the square is determined. When there is a need, the excess is cut off by a grinder or a hacksaw.
5. The internal model is installed and the bolts are tightened. Fastening is closed with a decorative overlay.
6. The operation of the pen is checked. The door must close freely and tightly; the handles must not have any play.

The stationary design of a cockleshell or a handle-petal is very easy to assemble. The most significant moment is their location. Before installation, you must attach the handle in different places and determine the most suitable position. After that, 2 holes are drilled for fastening bolts, fittings are screwed and fasteners are closed with a decorative cap or caps.

Thus, it is hard to imagine a balcony door without a locking device. It is not difficult to choose the necessary modification, if the choice is approached with full responsibility. With a beautiful and comfortable handle to enjoy the balcony in joy.

How to install a balcony handle, you will learn from the video below.