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Understanding Multipoint Locks

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Identifying the different multipoint locks You may be looking to replace damaged parts on your doors or to strengthen the security of your home. It can be a little overwhelming at first seeing the variety of terms used and the varying specifications across each one, especially when there are so many types and variations. With this blog post you should reach a better understanding of what the different pieces of product information mean. Deadbolt,  Hook/ Pins,  Hook/ Roller,  Mushroom Cams (often referred to just as cams),  Round Pins,  Small hooks/ Pins,  Hookbolt,  Rollers. Without having seen these before, the names probably don't mean a whole lot.  Below are a selection of different multipoint locks with these names, identifying which part of the lock the name is referring to. Next up I have drawn up a technical graphic to help explain the measurements given with multipoint lock specifications. A: Total length of the multipoint lock. B/C: Locking Points

Here's how you can keep your home warm this winter

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Winter seems to be here early this year with temperatures already reaching the negatives.  Visit our website at www.windowparts.co.uk Keep your home warm this winter by replacing your old gasket windows seals. As seals start to get old they become less and less effective as the rubber starts to harden and become brittle. When this starts to happen the gaskets are not able to form into the shape of the gaps in the windows letting out the warm air from your home. Keep your heating costs down this year by keeping out  draught  by repairing your windows with the Flexi Universal Repair Gasket  designed to fit 95% of windows. This saves you the need to know exactly what type you are currently using. The Flexi Repair Gasket Systems will cover gaps up to 7.3mm and is able to compress down to as little as 2mm, they are available as Wedge or flipper gaskets and t he flipper version of this product will act as a bubble gasket when the window is closed.  UNIVERSAL REPAIR WEDGE GASK
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High Security For Your Home The Millenco Magnum High Security cylinder is a solid lock both in security and strength. This lock is a Euro cylinder and is designed to fit a wide range of uPVC doors making it an excellent choice.   This Millenco Magnum High Security cylinder is highly secure and incredibly resistant to attack, tampering and damage allowing you to feel safer at home. Offering great protection against common forms of damage such as drilling, bumping, snapping and lock picking  ANTI-DRILL PINS - Magnum is protected against drilling by anti-drill pins and balls on each ends. ANTI-BUMP - Magnum features V-Pins on both ends to resist bumping. ANTI-SNAP - Magnum Snap-Safe technology provides two-fold protection against extraction. ANTI-PICK - Magnum features 4 special anti-pick pins on each end to resist picking. Each cylinder is supplied with 3 keys. Keyed Alike option available which includes 2 cylinders that are operated with the same keys, perfect for use o

REPAIRING YOUR WINDOWS AND DOORS-WEATHER STRIPPING (GASKET)

Window Gasket What is a Window Gasket   A window gasket is also known as a window seal. A window gasket is a rubber strip fitted into your window frame.  Advantages of a window gasket A window gasket has a couple of advantages the first one being to prevent noise from coming in to your home so this is a great feature if you live in a busy area. A window gasket will also prevent noise from high winds entering through any gaps. The window gasket should be air tight. Another advantage of having a window gasket is that it will prevent leaks and drafts penetrating your home which can damage surfaces, and furniture. A window gasket provides a barrier between the natural elements and your home. Protecting your home from heavy wind and rain. Also a window gasket that is well maintained can help you to save money on your energy bills because a well-installed window seal will prevent any heat escaping and draughts from entering your home . How to check your window gasket   To check the effective

WindowParts DISCOUNTS

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Looking to save on spares and repairs? Come visit www.windowparts.co.uk to browse our range of products currently on sale for great savings. We might have just the thing you need to fix up that broken window lock or door handle that won't open properly. Here's a look at what we currently have on sale that's popular among customers for use with spares, repairs and replacements. Click Here: Aluminium Lever/Lever Sprung Door Handle Inline Lever/ Lever. 92mm PZ Centre. 211mm Screw Hole Distance. 240mm Faceplate Length. 30mm Faceplate Width. Sprung Handle. 58% Savings £21.60    Excl. Tax:   £9.00   Incl. Tax:   £10.80 Click Here: Hadenza Flat Blade Locking Window Handle Supplied with one key per handle Flat angled spade type lug. Four fixing holes, cover included. Spade size: 35mm x 15mm x 3mm. Spade can be cut down if needed. 58% Savings £18.00   Excl. Tax:   £7.50   Incl. Tax:   £9.00 Click Here: Cisa Astral H

HMO Regulation Door Kits

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Is Are you a landlord renting out HMO properties ? It is important to give your tenants the security they deserve. With this door kit you will have everything you need to securely lock internal doors  of the property under HMO regulations.  HMO ( house of multiple occupancy ) or sometimes known as house share are properties rented out by three or more separate individuals. There are a set of regulations that must be followed to ensure each occupant has optimal security, safety and privacy . Our door kit contains all the door furnishings you will need to comply to HMO regulations . Included in the kit: 2x Heavyweight Union Doorhandles 1x Chromed 6 Pin Thumb turn Euro Cylinder 1x Euro Profile Sashlock 3x Firedoor Hinges 3x Keys Buy now: WindowParts HMO Door Kit Available both left and right handed. These heavyweight Union Door Handles have been tested to 200,000 cycles, with this long life you should have nothing to worry about with the large turnover

Window Gasket Replacement Quick Guide

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Is your window seal not working as it should and letting in drafts? Over time window seals can start to become brittle and deteriorate causing them to let in the cold. Luckily, replacing them is simple, with this quick guide you could soon improve your home's weather resistance. The first step to replacing the window gasket will be to remove the old  one.  Using a set of needle nose pliers, pull out the old seal starting in one corner. Once you have access to the edge simply just pull along the gasket until removed. Using something such as a razor blade remove any glue and dirt from the gap before starting to work on adding the new gasket.  Starting back in the corner press the new gasket into the gap and press in the seal moving along the edge of the window. For the seal in the corners of the window cut out a wedge piece and press it into the space. Follow the links below to buy our Universal Window Gaskets Universal Repair Flipper Gas

Universal Window Gasket Free Samples

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WindowParts are currently offering free samples of our universal   window gaskets . Experiencing drafts from your windows? Windy conditions can easily cause any small gaps in your window's seal to let in the cold, but thanks to these replacement seals we can eliminate the problem. With our  wedge and flipper window gaskets you can seal almost any frame thanks to their universal design.  These seals will compress down to 2mm and g aps as large as 7.3mm are no problem. This sample pack includes six lengths of gasket, three of which are flipper style gaskets and three are wedge style gaskets. This unique universal design allows for the gaskets to be used in place of bubble gaskets making them an excellent purchase as there is no need to buy many different gasket varieties.  Visit our website today to get yours! Click here for universal gasket sample pack Pack includes 6 lengths of gasket , 3x wedge and 3x flipper

ERA Window Restrictor - uPVC/Metal

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Summer is upon us, opening up your windows and doors relaxing listening to bird song and taking in the breeze. Looking forward to spending more time with your grandchildren this summer, leads you naturally to assess the safety of the window locks that you fitted previously.  There are a really great window and door locks available on the UK market and depending on the shape and style of your window will depend on the product that you should choose to secure your windows and doors so you can keep your window open and keep your family safe from any falls or unauthorized entry to the property. While window locks and security fittings can be fitted by a locksmith, it is also a job that you could complete yourself with the correct fitting and guide. Which window locks are going to be the best, value for money, whilst providing the best safety solution for the shape and style of the window on your property? Considerations before choosing safety fitting for your window could be, 

TRPH-N STL CAR GRP PATIO ROLLER

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Summer is approaching, have you noticed your patio door is getting stuck when you try to open or close it, the door handles or locks feeling less secure than last year?  TRPH- STL CAR GRP PATIO ROLLER is available to purchase on our main website here . PRODUCT DESCRIPTION REPLACEMENT ROLLERS FOR SLIDING PATIO DOORS The TRPH-N Stl Car Grp Patio Roller is a high stack roller with black colour wheels. It is suitable for uPVC and aluminium inline sliding patio doors, and can be used to replace existing patio door rollers, provided that they were also high stack rollers. Suitable for Monarch patio doors. The patio roller is supplied in pairs. Wheel diameter 32mm. Wheel height adjustment 39mm – 49mm. Body width 19mm. Body height 28mm. Fixing bolts included rollers supplied in pairs. View this product on our website now by following this link .   £16.49 exc VAT 

WINKHAUS-COBRA MULTIPOINT DEADBOLT LOCK

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A professional locksmith with an understanding of requirements home insurance companies will help establish a satisfactory level of security in your home. A good locksmith will want to use the best parts to repair or replace a locking system to prevent the devastating effects of a burglary taking place. A full replacement of a quality locking system can secure a property long into the future, with this in mind your locksmith will look for solid reliable parts with the British standard kite mark. Helping your customers fully comply with their insurance company terms and conditions whilst providing the best parts for the repair will have a positive impact on the reputation of your business, and will encourage the confidence of your customer , knowing you have provided the absolute best solution you can. As one of the UK’s leading suppliers of Winkhaus Multipoint locks for UPVC, we hold an extensive range of Winkhaus locks. It is possible to fix your Winkhaus lock as an alternat

HMO DOOR KITS- HOUSES WITH MULTIPLE OCCUPANTS, INFORMATION FOR LANDLORDS AND TENANTS

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HMO Door Kit for Landlords  What are HMO Kits House of multiple occupancy kits ( HMO ) are perfect for any landlord letting out properties. WindowParts LTD HMO door kits comply with HMO regulations. Importance of HMO Kits There have been legislation changes that affect landlords and tenants that own or live in a house renting with other tenants that are not family members. If you are a tenant and are not aware of the changes, share this information with your landlord so they too are aware and can implement any changes in the property you live in as soon as possible. If you’re a landlord reading, this post we have devised a simple solution for you. Upgrade your locking systems and doors for further information keep reading. HMO Regulations The changes made, place responsibility on the landlord to observe these new recommendations regarding the safety of the property they own. Window parts ltd have put together this HMO Door Kit which includes the core components to pass local au

HARD PLATE TCT TIPPED DRILL (PACKS)

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TCT Drill Bits from WindowParts    What does TCT Drill Bits stand for Hard plate TCT Drill Bits - Tungsten Carbide Tipped Drill Bits What are TCT Drill Bits? Hard plate TCT Tipped Drill Packs are designed to penetrate hard steels and drill resistant plates.  These TCT drill bits offer unrivalled  performance and can be used to drill a wide range of surfaces. TCT Availability These Hard plate TCT Tipped Drill Bits are sold in packs of five and vary from 3mm to 12mm. Please click here to view TCT Drill Bit Packs TCT drill bits are specialized drill bits with Tungsten Carbide tips on hardened steel shafts.  Carbide tipped drill bits have the ability to dissipate heat rapidly, and because of this will hold a sharp edge longer and deal with high temperatures better than other drill bit options. The hard plate TCT Tipped Drill Packs are designed to penetrate hard steels and drill resistant plates These TCT drill bits are the best value for money on the UK mark