How to Adjust uPVC Door Hinges the Right Way

If you’re having problems with your uPVC door, the chances are that it’s because the hinges aren’t adjusted correctly. This can be a real pain to fix, but it’s not impossible. In this article, we will walk you through the process of adjusting your uPVC door hinges so that they work properly again.

The first thing you need to do is figure out why your uPVC door isn’t closing properly. There are a few different reasons why this could be happening:

The hinges are bent or damaged: This is the most common reason why uPVC doors stop working correctly. Over time, the hinges can become bent or damaged, which prevents the door from closing properly.

The door frame is not level: If the frame of your door is not level, then the door will not close properly. This is because the hinges need to be level in order for the door to close correctly.

The strike plate is misaligned: The strike plate is what the latch on your door latches onto when you close it. If this is misaligned, then the door will not close properly.

The latch is damaged: If the latch on your uPVC door is damaged, then it will not be able to catch onto the strike plate correctly. This will prevent the door from closing properly.

Once you know why your door isn’t closing properly, you can start to adjust the hinges.

The best way to check the alignment of your uPVC door is with a level. Place the level on the top of the door, in the middle. Then, open and close the door to see if it moves. If it does, then you need to adjust the hinges.

If you don’t have a level, you can also use a tape measure. Measure the gap between the door and the frame at the top, middle, and bottom. If the gaps are different, then the door is not level and you need to adjust the hinges.

Most uPVC doors have two types of hinges: butt hinges and flag hinges. Butt hinges are the most common type of hinge used on uPVC doors. They are located at the top and bottom of the door, and they allow the door to swing open and closed. Flag hinges are less common, but they are often used on heavier doors. They are located at the top and bottom of the door, and they allow the door to slide open and closed.

If you’re not sure what type of hinge your uPVC door has, you can usually find out by looking at the manufacturer’s website.

In order to adjust a uPVC door, you will need:

Once you know why your uPVC door isn’t closing and have figured out which hinge type you have that’s causing the problem, you can move to actually adjusting the door hinges. Below we’ve outline each of the main types of door hinges and how you can go about adjusting them, so feel free to jump straight to whichever hinge you door has.

A butt hinge is the most common type of hinge used on older and modern uPVC doors, it is usually comprised of two leaves that match and are screwed together. A fixed door stop is usually attached to a stationary object like a door jamb, while the other type of door stop is attached to a moving object such as doors.

First, you need to remove the door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the butt hinges from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust the hinges.

If the butt hinge is not level, you will need to shim it. This means adding a thin piece of material (usually wood) to one side of the hinge in order to make it level. You can find shims at most hardware stores.

Once you have adjusted the hinges, you can reattach the door to the frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinges back into place.

A flag hinge is a type of hinge that is often used on heavier doors. It is made up of two plates that are attached to the door and the frame with screws. The plates are usually flat, but they can also be curved.

To adjust flag hinges you will need to:

First, you need to remove the door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the hinge pins from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust the uPVC door flag hinges.

Once you have adjusted the hinges, you can reattach the door to the frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinge pins back into place.

A t-hinge is a type of hinge that is often used on heavier doors. It is made up of two plates that are attached to the door and the frame with screws. The plates are usually flat, but they can also be curved.

To adjust T-hinges you will need to:

First, you need to remove the door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the hinge pins from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust the hinges.

Once you have adjusted the hinges, you can reattach the door to the frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinge pins back into place.

A rebate hinge is a type of hinge that is used on doors that open inward and provides a slimmer looking line on the door sash. It is made up of two plates that are attached to the door and the frame with screws.

To adjust rebate hinges you will need to:

First, you need to remove the door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the hinge screws from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust the hinges.

If the hinge is not level, you will need to shim it. This means adding a thin piece of material (usually wood) to one side of

the hinge in order to make it level. You can find shims at most hardware stores.

Once you have adjusted the hinges, you can reattach the door to the frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinges back into place.

If your uPVC doors still aren’t closing properly after adjusting the hinges, there are a few other things that you can try. These include:

To adjust the height of a uPVC door, you will need to:

Remove the door from the frame: First, you need to remove the uPVC door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the hinge pins from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Check the alignment: Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust it.

Shim the door: If the door is not level, you will need to shim it. This means adding a thin piece of material (usually wood) to one side of the door in order to make it level. You can find shims at most hardware stores.

Reattach the door: Once you have adjusted the door, you can reattach it to the frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinge pins back into place.

How to adjust door compression?

Compression is the term used to describe the amount of force required to close a door. If your uPVC door isn’t closing properly, you may need to adjust the compression. To do this, you will need to:

Remove the door from the door frame:

First, you need to remove the door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the hinge pins from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Check the alignment:

Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust it.

Adjusting compression on T-hinges:

If your door has T-hinges, you will need to adjust the setscrews in order to change the compression. To do this, use a screwdriver to turn the setscrews clockwise (to increase compression) or counterclockwise (to decrease compression).

Adjusting compression on flag hinges:

If your door has flag hinges, you will need to add or remove shims in order to change the compression. To do this, add shims to increase compression or remove shims to decrease compression.

Reattach the door:

Once you have adjusted the door, you can reattach it to the door frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinge pins back into place. Make sure here to adjust the part of the hinge that is connected to the door frame, if you have rebate hinges you can often door this with an Allen key by loosing the hinge and adjusting it slightly to line up correctly with the strike plate on the door frame.

If your uPVC door is letting draughts in, you will need to adjust the door in order to stop the draughts. To do this, you will need to:

Remove the door from the frame: First, you need to remove the door from the frame. To do this, unscrew the hinge pins from the door and then lift the door out of the frame.

Check the alignment: Once the door is removed, you can check the alignment by using a level or a tape measure. If the door is not level, you will need to adjust it.

Shim the door: If the door is not level, you will need to shim it. This means adding a thin piece of material (usually wood) to one side of the door in order to make it level. You can find shims at most hardware stores.

Reattach the door: Once you have adjusted the door, you can reattach it to the frame. Make sure that the door is level before you screw the hinge pins back into place.

Adjusting a uPVC door is not a difficult task, but it is one that requires patience and attention to detail. If you follow the steps outlined above, you should be able to adjust your door without any problems. However, if you are still having trouble, it’s best to call a professional. A qualified door specialist will be able to adjust your door quickly and easily, ensuring that it functions properly.