How To Install Upvc French Doors Exterior
To install exterior french doors you can follow similar instructions to those on the previous page for installing interior french doors though you have to remember to seal your opening carefully to protect the interior of your home from the elements.
How to install upvc french doors exterior. In order to install new french doors the old systems have to be removed. The security of modern french doors is of a very high standard thanks to multi lock systems and many manufacturers offer doors which have passed the pas024 security testing. Vertical adjustment up and down. Here you can find a detailed step by step manual to help with the removal of french doors the measurements of the reveal and new component should be re measured and compared before the installation.
Unlike pocket doors and sliding doors french doors command more space for operation. In fact installing a higher security door will take slightly longer than a standard security installation. Similarly if you want a higher energy rating you might expect a slight addition to the installation time. Upgraded security fittings from yale may also make it longer to install your upvc door.
Alignment of door leaves 2 1. Horizontal adjustment side to side. Horizontal adjustment for the door and lock to operate correctly on french doors a consistent 5 6mm gap must be maintained. Whether you are installing interior or exterior doors be sure to plan for space around the door swing.
Fitting a pair of upvc french doors for mrs coleman with my mate nige. Take the width of the door and layout a radius around the pivot point on both sides of the jamb to see how much space you ll need to allow. We work for a company in doncaster called the great big window co. Our upvc bifolds are available in white grey or a combination of the two grey outside white inside.
French doors are most commonly upvc in the uk though other materials such as aluminum and hardwood are also available but at an increased cost. Supplied fully assembled including ironmongery to make installation simple these 70mm thick doors are available in sizes from 1800mm to 3600mm and are supplied with seven point locking systems and steel reinforced profiles for security and rigidity.