Door knobs in glass coming off

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Hello,

We purchased a flat in London a few years ago. Little did we know that our door knobs would be such a pain.

We have door knobs in solid glass that are quite heavy, fitted with a tiny screw/plug. Sometimes the glass knob itself falls off. Sometimes the whole "handle" (sorry, don't know the word for it) comes off with it. So far 4 of our 8 door knobs have come off and only weeks ago I got locked in a room and couldn't get out. I tried to fit the glass knob back on the metal plate with glue meant for glass and metal, but they came off again after a few months.


How can I fit it back? What glue would serve for this purpose? Any recommendations (links)? Are this kind of door knobs normal??

Pictures added in a post further down.

Thanks for helping
 
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Are this kind of door knobs normal
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CT1 Sealant & Adhesive 290ml Clear (toolstation.com)
 
Not got through bolts fitted?
Should have
Look it up.

Like these

M3 Door Handle Fixing Screws Use for Door Handle Roses Knobs and Escutcheons 4Pieces https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Q2N8...abc_MGTB9C699W1EZQ0RHA7Q?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Thanks. I think I am opting for changing the knobs entirely in the flat. Unfortunately I am probably the least handy person in London.

My pictures got deleted from the thread by Mod. I guess Imgur is not allowed. I'd like to post some pics, can I upload them on this site somewhere?
 
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Thanks. I think I am opting for changing the knobs entirely in the flat. Unfortunately I am probably the least handy person in London.

My pictures got deleted from the thread by Mod. I guess Imgur is not allowed. I'd like to post some pics, can I upload them on this site somewhere?

You can upload them directly. Click where it says "upload a file". You then have the option of inserting the image full size or as a thumb nail. I would recommend selecting thumbnail.
 
You can upload them directly. Click where it says "upload a file". You then have the option of inserting the image full size or as a thumb nail. I would recommend selecting thumbnail.

Thanks. Added!
 

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