uPVC Patio Door
Hardware Specification

Windows Plus Online knows security is a big issue. That is why we commit to using high quality security components in all our products.


Windows Plus Online has spent many years working closely with national UK hardware suppliers to achieve a finish that gave the quality and consistency across the hardware range. The attention to the finer details such as colour, style and finish is vital for creating a unified aesthetic.

The Fab & Fix range supplied by ERA hardware ticked all the boxes, not only for the hardware being pleasing to the eye with consistent features, but the Hardex coating which is a anti scratch on the Fab & Fix range is a process that takes meticulous preparation of the surface of the material, followed by a complex series of chemical baths with each submersion calculated to the second once the item is ready for the final Hardex finish to be applied. After this there is a curing period in high temperatures.

The process from start to finish takes over 24hrs per item. Windows Plus Online understands there is a lot of effort for the manufacture of hardware but the end result is well worth it.

White
Black
Chrome
Satin Chrome
Graphite
Gold
Bronze

Choice of colours

Using the finish described in the section above brings a large range of colours available. Not only the window handle and door handles match, the letter box perfectly and all accessories also match, i.e door knockers will also be a perfect match throughout the whole of you home. You will find on the designer white, black, bright chrome, satin chrome, graphite, gold and bronze.

Trickle vents

There has been much discussion in regards to trickle vents. A trickle vent is a product that was designed to accommodate movement of air flow within a property, and will remove polluted air using positive and negative air pressure. The vent, when fully open, removes the moist air which causes damp, this is because this is lighter than dry air, allowing it to escape from the property, and be replaced with dry air which is not only good for the property but also humans.

When used correctly trickle vents do not contribute to heat loss, if anything they make the atmosphere more appealing. Windows Plus Online uses the 2500mm2 as BS13414-1:2004 as standard, In sliding patio doors the trickle vent is fitted into the head of the frame, Windows Plus Online designers automatically adds this if a trickle vent is chosen.

Windows Plus Online can offer acoustic trickle vents but does not recommend them as they are not only very expensive but are also very bulky in size, and take away from the sleek design of the patio door. Windows Plus Online recommends an Acoustic controllable wall vent available at most electrical suppliers.

Additional Links

Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the trickle vent specification.

Mechanical Parts

Windows Plus Online many years ago instructed an official survey on how many times a door would be opened and closed compared to windows. We were surprised with the results that came back over a 12 month period on average a door is opened and closed 24.2 times more than a window. This result meant that testing and retesting was taken into account for the choice of hardware used.

Patio sliding doors are supplied with a 6 point integral hook locking, bi-directional movement, three in one direction and three in the other having the effect of integrated anti-lift locking security system. There is also an Anti slam pin preventing the hooks setting until the door is fully closed, eliminating damage to the lock due to misalignment. The lock is manufactured using stainless steel and BZP CR passivate + Seal. The lock and keep are Corrosion tested BSEN 1670 Grade 4 and operation function to 100,000 cycles, meaning if you locked your door 6 times a day they would last over 45 years.

Door handle

The Patio Sliding handles door handle is from the Pembroke range, and is a classic design. It is manufactured from solid die cast zinc. The handle design itself is a sculpted ergonomic lever with a low friction nylon bush, making it easy to grip with a smooth clean action. The screws that are visible on the inside of the door are colour coordinated again bringing the sense of quality throughout. The handles have been corrosion tested to meet the requirements of BS EN 1670:2007 grade 5 (480 hours).


Letterplate

The letterplate defines the quality of the door. Almost all online suppliers use a low grade letterplate. Windows Plus Online has broken the mould and decided that quality and styling is more important. Staying with the Fab & Fix range, the letterbox offers a 300mm letterplate with a 250mm opening, meaning an A4 letter will easily fit, fully sprung with an Anti-snap function to allow the letterplate to open to 180° with a fully weather sealed design and acoustic insulation taken into account. Not only this the letterplate will be perfectly colour matched to your handle and is to a secured by design standard for additional peace of mind. The letterplate has been corrosion tested to BSEN 1670:2007 Grade 5 (480 hours). The flap has been tested to 30,000 cycles, meaning if you receive post twice a day everyday it would last over 41 years, and conforms to BS EN 13724:2002, and has been tested as a part of a complete door set that successfully achieved PAS24.


Fixing Straps

Fixing straps are used mainly in new build properties for ease of installation. The fixing strap is a galvanised metal bracket, supplied to suit the type of product. It is screwed to the side of the uPVC patio door and then protrudes into the building with holes for the fixing position to be made.

Barrels

Barrels have a few options. The standard barrel is from ERA. Windows Plus Online used the highest pin point of security of six hardened pins in relation to key location point. The barrel is also anti-pick anti-drill. The Barrels are supplied with 3 keys and are available in brass and nickel, which is colour coordinated to suit your hardware. For example if a chrome handle is chosen a nickel barrel will be fitted. The barrels are corrosion resistance to BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 3 and are manufactured from solid brass or nickel plated brass.

Additional Links

Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the barrel specification.


Anti bump barrels

Windows Plus Online if requested install and ERA 3 Star Anti Snap Barrel. The Anti bump barrels are recognised because they are dual colour and have a key with a red finger grip section. As with the standard barrel the snit bump has the same features six pin hardened pins, anti-pick and anti-drill on top of this the barrel also has an anti snap, with an automatic pin which triggers and blocks the cylinder. The barrels are corrosion tested to BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 3 and have been independantly tested to meet BS EN 1303:2005 accredited to TS007 3* with a BSI Kitemark licence number 5530301, and are designed to the requirements of PAS24. With a fire test to BS 476 FD30 and EN 1634 FD30, and cycle tested to 100,000 which means if you unlocked the door 6 times a day the barrel would last over 45 years.

Additional Links

Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the anti bump barrel specification.


Thumb turn

Thumb turn barrels are a variation of the standard barrels but have an internal section that does not require a key to be used. These are perfect for porches for ease of use. Thumb turn barrels are also required to be used for HMO properties under the fire regulation section.

Patio door sliding option

The configuration for the patio door is depending on size. Windows Plus Online designer show all the options relative to the size of the door. The direction of the sliding is shown with an arrow for the direction and this will be the only section that moves. The two door has a sliding option for both doors to move, this is shown with two arrows. The fixed side of the door has a stopper integrated into the framework, this stops fingers from being trapped and the door slamming against the framework. This stops fingers from being trapped and the door slamming against the framework.

2 Panes, both sliding
2 Panes, single sliding left
2 Panes, single sliding right
3 Panes, single sliding left
3 Panes, middle sliding left
3 Panes, middle sliding right
3 Panes, single sliding right
4 Panes, dual split