Fitting a magnetic alarm to a upvc door

BigHammo · 9 Sep 2006

I want to fit a new alarm switch (magnetic) to my UPVC back door any body recommend one that looks good?

PaulCutler · 9 Sep 2006

when i did this mate i used a flush contact

RF Lighting · 9 Sep 2006

PaulCutler said:
when i did this mate i used a flush contact

It is very difficult to fit flush contacts to UPVC doors.

The standard contact to use on UPVC doors is one like this:

Buy it Here

PaulCutler · 9 Sep 2006

yeah its difficult but as long as you avoid the locking system area they are toattly hidden

BigHammo · 10 Sep 2006

Thanks

PaulCutler · 10 Sep 2006

I used these

http://www.securitywarehouse.co.uk/...page=product_info&cPath=36_44&products_id=180

But the other ones would work i suppose i just like to hide everything

seehig · 10 Sep 2006

am i correct here...u drill new pvc doors and frame,rather than install surface contacts?

PaulCutler · 10 Sep 2006

yes, they were here when i bought the house so no guarnatee. But when i was looking at doing it, someone said to me how i was planning on fitting surface contacts, as you would have to drill for them also. I have seen others use a combination of surface and flush inside the door

diynot

If you need to find a tradesperson to get your job done, please try our local search below, or if you are doing it yourself you can find suppliers local to you.

Select the supplier or trade you require, enter your location to begin your search.

Are you a trade or supplier? You can create your listing free at DIYnot Local

Fitting a magnetic alarm to a upvc door

Similar threads