Why is my door hitting the top of the frame?
If the jamb rubs on the top then you will need to tighten the top hinge. If, on the other hand, it rubs against the lower side, you must adjust the lower hinge. The door may rub against the entire side frame; in these cases, you must adjust all the hinges.
Why is my uPVC window stuck on one side?
This means that turning the handle pushes the bar out OK, but since it’s not attached it doesn’t pull it back in, leading to the stuck window. For now I’ve just taken the right hand bar out and now I can at least open and close the window, but of course it is not as secure.
What’s the best way to open a stuck window?
Use some cardboard or something similar between the window and your tools to try and protect the window from scratches. If needed, use a screwdriver to increase the gap to get the tool in. You may need to use a pair of pliers to grip the allen key (or right angle tool).
Is it safe to fall out of an open window?
Please don’t fall out of an open window, it’s easily done. Be careful, be safe! uPVC windows are made of soft plastic and can easily be damaged, scratched or gouged. When working on a window, beware of dropping tools and other things out of the window.
What to do when a shootbolt gets stuck in a window?
Both shootbolts can get stuck, so you may need to release both sides. Don’t forget to make sure the handle is in the open position, when trying to open the window that is jammed. Use some cardboard or something similar between the window and your tools to try and protect the window from scratches.
This means that turning the handle pushes the bar out OK, but since it’s not attached it doesn’t pull it back in, leading to the stuck window. For now I’ve just taken the right hand bar out and now I can at least open and close the window, but of course it is not as secure.
What causes a desk to stop going up or down?
Given the fact that the desk has electrical components, at one some point, it’s normal that you experience a hiccup. The most common issue is that the electric sit stand desk stops going up or going down. The desk just becomes stuck.
Use some cardboard or something similar between the window and your tools to try and protect the window from scratches. If needed, use a screwdriver to increase the gap to get the tool in. You may need to use a pair of pliers to grip the allen key (or right angle tool).
Please don’t fall out of an open window, it’s easily done. Be careful, be safe! uPVC windows are made of soft plastic and can easily be damaged, scratched or gouged. When working on a window, beware of dropping tools and other things out of the window.