How to adjust a uPVC door or window to stop cold air draughts!

[@carolestreet8795]

Did this like you said although mine were in the door frame, fabulous can't tell you how much money you have probably saved me as I was considering changing my gorgeous door. Thank you so much.xx❤

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem. Thanks for your comment, and if you haven't already, please subscribe to my channel 😀

[@Generalindifference]

Ya I've had a draft for a few years 😂 finally sorted 👏👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

@Generalindifference thats brilliant 👏

[@JamesBond-xj4uj]

Like religion 😂

[@aquariumfan1835]

50 is the new 21 bro

[@iguanaman08]

I'm 50 years old and never knew this! Thanks for teaching this old dog new tricks.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Happy to help! Please consider subscribing for more great videos!

[@allwrighty100]

50 is old?

[@mikeuk666]

​@@allwrighty100grammar

[@spidersweb2741]

I'm 60 and i didnt know this either.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No, surely not!

[@generic_username95]

I'm 300 years old and never knew this! Thanks mate!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Lol, 300 years old 🤣. Thanks for your comment 👍

[@chloetv1]

I've read so many "I'm a heating expert and here are my tips on how you can save hundreds of your heating bill" articles in the press and NONE of them have ever mentioned this tip. Excellent work, Fix It!! 👍👍👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks for your comment! 👍

[@mikew2468]

Just done this and fixed the small gap at the top corner of the door....can't even get a sheet of paper in there now it's so tight. Great tip - and strange none of us know about it! Great stuff.

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's really good to hear that the video has fixed your gap in the door! Thanks for your comment 😁

[@bittertruth6575]

This is the sort of stuff they should be teaching in school instead of the shite that passes for education nowadays. Imagine most of us have lived our lives not knowing this (me included).

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, yes, i agree a bit of practical knowledge! Thanks for your comment, and please consider subscribing to help my channel grow!

[@alansalter1836]

Schools are not interested in teaching practical skills they are just concerned how many they can get into university to raise the profile of school

[@phild5322]

Yeah we can just compete on the international stage by adjusting uPVC windows across the globe

[@archangel0891]

Amen brother

[@SelfIndulgentGamer]

Ah yes, reading and writing, what a waste of time that is...no wait that's very important, what a dumb comment! What you should say is that the installer should pass this information on, that's just common sense, nothing to do with the state of education.

[@iangregory9797]

I'm 41 years old and never knew this! Thanks for the tip

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, glad you liked the video!

[@Northernmonkey35]

Thank you for this video! Saved me paying a professional for a 2 minute job!

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad the video was helpful and saved you money at the same time!

[@bustersbashers2280]

I’m 57yrs old and I didn’t know this, why aren’t we ever told this when the doors/windows are fitted.? Great video and thanks, oh I have just found your channel and I have subscribed 👍👍👍👍🙏🏻🇬🇧

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant. Thanks for subscribing 👍

[@chaoscraig]

Stumbled across this vid and wow! 3 years of wasted energy because I had no Idea this setting. Thanks for the advice. You have gained a subscriber!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@spidersweb2741]

Same new subscriber he too.

[@jondeegan9410]

Best thing ever was trying to get the door to seal with the winter breeze fixed my door perfectly no drafts thank you very much for sharing how to do

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, im glad the video has helped you and hopefully save some money on heating!

[@sgooding8138]

What a brilliant and clear video! Thank you so much for solving the problem of my draughty back door. You’ve gained another new subscriber here.

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad the video helped you fix your draughty door. Thanks for subscribing to my channel 😀

[@scudger99]

Unbelievable. I've got a draught around my lock on the front door and I thought it would need a professional to sort it or a new door and was about to check my local trade guys when this clip literally popped up. Absolutely brilliant stuff, and done in a way that even I can grasp it and feel comfortable trying it ! Defo gonna have a look at your slab laying vid too. Subscribed and a big thank you !

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant, and thanks for subscribing!

[@kamilfrancoolczak]

This video just changed my life forever 😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's good to hear!

[@semilife]

Always wondered what those were for now I know. Dude you are the Jedi master of uPVC doors.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Now that is a good comment! 🤩

[@beaugosse6615]

Very easy and informative video. I now do not have a draft anymore ..THANK you!

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for your comment!

[@raymondburke1261]

I never knew they can be adjusted on the handle side. I’ve been trying to sort my front door for years. 👍🏻

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, it's surprising how many people don't know that it can be adjusted! Thanks for your comment 👍

[@thehal991]

Thanks for the great tip! The gap between my kitchen doors wasn't huge, but still big enough for my wife to get back in 👍🏽

[@FixitwithFowler]

Ha, brilliant 🤣🤣. Hopefully you can close the gap and keep her out!

[@janetwells4292]

Easiest draught proofing I've ever done great tip many thanks

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, im glad it helped! Please consider subscribing for more great videos 👍

[@Bananaskin101]

Holy crap this info was so useful. I have a uPVC stable door and always wondered by the top half rattled. I had the top half set for summer and bottom half for winter. Thank you! 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Great to hear! I'm glad the video helped fix your door. Don't forget to subscribe for more great videos 👍

[@Sarfraz42]

Stumbled across this video, could not believe it. Never had a clue, thank you!!!

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem. I'm glad the video helped! Please consider subscribing for more great videos 👍

[@TheMax8964]

So happy I found this video, hope it is solved my problems and save energy

[@FixitwithFowler]

I hope so too, thanks for your comment!

[@MrDennismcmahon]

wow just set to winter thank you so much

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, hopefully it will make a difference!

[@OutdoorPrepper2025]

Brilliant can't fault you one bit,was wondering why it was cold in my kitchen all the time, your video popped up and solved the problem 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

That great to hear! Please consider subscribing as i have loads of great videos on my channel and release a video ever week!

[@Gribbstar]

Mate... 47 and this just blew my mind. Cheers. 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, it doesn't work on all windows and doors as it is dependent on the mechanism. Thanks for your comment 👍

[@antonypalmer5804]

learn something new each day. Also, the information about it fitting tight is very useful, particularly in summer.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment, and im glad the video was helpful!

[@Chriswales]

So glad your video came up in my suggestions. One minute with an Allen key and the draught from the front door is finally gone. Thank you and a deffo thumbs up and subscribe from me 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant. Thanks for your sub!

[@Simon-fm8yc]

Great discovery. Going to do mine in the morning.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, it will work if you have a similar locking mechanism!

[@simonkelsey2423]

Great tip !! Had a draught at the top of the door for ages now it’s cured thanks 🙏🏻

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, that's good to hear the video has helped you out!

[@DavidCollier-dl3ud]

Thank you for the explanation and demonstration - easy when you know how. Cheers!

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, I'm glad the video helped

[@mattwright2964]

Funnily enough figured this out the other day looking at the door and wondering if it was adjustable I saw some little cams and hex nuts. Different to yours but similar idea. Turned them and lo and behold, tight seal. Despite being quite handy I'd not known this. As regards the post below, school taught us to be inquistive and methodical so I guess that helped me figure it out, but then I did become an engineer.

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's good you managed to sort it out. Thanks for your comment!

[@markbusby7575]

Thanks very much for this indepth explanation. I knew how to adjust my draughty conservatory door horizontally and vertically but not how to pull it tighter to the seal. Following your instructions has sorted it out perfectly 👌

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's really good to hear, thanks for your comment!

[@clifficus]

Well I’ll be blowed, changed the rubber seals last summer but never fully successful, still a bit of a draught at the top, now got a job at the week end, bet this cures it, thanks for sharing and subbed 😃👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant. Thanks for subscribing!

[@MM-qd4km]

Salute you Sir, never noticed they were cams, adjusted all the windows and I’m sure it’s a quieter now so therefore must have eliminated some draughts. Many Thanks subscribed!

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant. That's this video has helped and thanks for subscribing to my channel!

[@jolanta777]

This is a very old 😎method ,I'm glad more people can use it now 👍💪🛠️

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks for your comment 👍

[@secret_one]

Thank you so much, never knew about this feature.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, it's really good in the winter

[@AlunJones]

Wow! I never noticed this. Have just adjusted our back door, which has been draughty for years!

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's really good to hear. Thanks for your comment!

[@Tony65892]

I already knew to adjust those for a tighter fit . But thanks to you I now know there's 3 different settings . The main problem I've always had is the seal above the door isn't so flush with the frame .

[@FixitwithFowler]

Glad to help, don't forget to look at my other videos!

[@david6002]

Mines been loose for months, check it out in the morning 👍 subscribed on the strength of the info and presentation 😂😂

[@FixitwithFowler]

That is brilliant, thanks for your sub!

[@localreviewking134]

Yes, same here!

[@FixitwithFowler]

@localreviewking134 cheers, i appreciate it 🙏

[@localreviewking134]

@@FixitwithFowler Good tips like these help make the world a brighter place. Thank you!

[@david6002]

Adjusted with Allen key but the bottom is still a little loose, the top is tight as a drum😂😂

[@teknical100]

Brilliant, I was on another channel and most of the comments including some from fitters said it was fake, well it's just worked a treat, subbed

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's brilliant, thanks for Subscribing to my channel! 😁

[@philtucker1224]

Thanks Fowler, I didn’t know about those summer/winter adjustment cams. Thanks for sharing!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Happy to help! Don't forget to subscribe for more great DIY videos 😀

[@neddy1287]

His smile is a dead giveaway knowing his door latches is borked haha

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm not sure what borked is?

[@neddy1287]

@@FixitwithFowler Borked is broke, loose. Bang jacked

[@mikew2468]

Just subscribed...love your approach in your videos and great tip re the draughty door.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment and subscribing to my channel!

[@baldvale5418]

Thank you very much, every day is a School day : )

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, im glad the video was helpful! Don't forget to subscribe for more great content 😉

[@davegurr7033]

Well oil beef hooked! (Irish accent) I never knew you could do that!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant comment 👏

[@JohnParish-k8q]

Thanks mate, Just moved in here bloody Drafty and door handle are a bit floppy. I was told al[l double glazing plus doors were fitted about 15-20 years ago

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hopefully, my latest videos will help you sort out the door!

[@spidersweb2741]

Im 60 and didnt know that. 👀 👍 Thank you. (Subscribed)

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for subscribing I really appreciate it!

[@gegwen7440]

I did ! And like given. BTW these are what I have “taken” not “took”. (Thermal images)

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks again 😁

[@kevlandy]

As the title said windows, I was hoping you’d cover an opening light’s adjustment. Cheers.👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Well, it's exactly the same principle with the cams. It doesn't matter if it's windows or doors

[@ianeccles111]

Good tip Mr. Fowler, well presented.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment. Don't forget to look at my other videos!

[@peterwalker6020]

They do say that every day is a school day. I've just learned something, I now have my job for today.

[@FixitwithFowler]

It has made a massive difference in my hall just with this simple adjustment! Thanks for your comment, and please consider subscribing!

[@peterwalker6020]

Consider it done 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

@peterwalker6020 Thanks, i appreciate it 🙏

[@dougiebrown9318]

I had a similar scenario with my back door, where you could feel the cold around the whole door.. I looked at the rubber seal & in places it had disintegrated, so I completely resealed both the door & the frame, but even after I did that it was better but not perfect.. Checked my door after seeing your video all four adjusters are set to summer & have been for the last 27 years .. Hopefully that’ll change tomorrow.. would be nice to have a warmer utility room lol 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

@@dougiebrown9318 hopefully that will fix it!

[@johnconlon3848]

Can’t wait to to see more videos

[@FixitwithFowler]

There will be a new one every weekend, thanks for your comment 👍

[@RetroSteveUK]

Ta .. I always wondered what those doobreys were for. I thought they were part of the locking mechanisms. 😆

[@FixitwithFowler]

They are indeed part of the locking mechanism, but they are also adjustable to alter the pressure on the seals!

[@reetpateet8656]

Me too! 😂

[@aldo5428]

@RetroSteveUK not doobreys, kahoogiemaflips, something entirely different😮…

[@EppingForest304]

Also need a video tutorial to adjust the door hinges on a PVC door 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

Yes definitely! Leave it with me

[@davesmith5223]

Brilliant video, i didn't know you could adjust the door like that! Suppose i better check mine now!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, Thanks for your comment. It's such a simple way to prevent cold draughts! 🥶

[@DivisionOfTheLight]

Today I learned something. Thank you.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Good, thanks for your comment 👍

[@Fuzzyblossom]

I needa authentic fixer in my home!🫨 Thankyou!🌸

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hopefully, this video has helped! Please consider subscribing to my channel for more great DIY videos 😁

[@ajayjust2626]

As many have said above, I never knew about this! Got another new subscriber 💪

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, thanks for subscribing 👍👍

[@jblondon1327]

Well done, excellent video, I'll try this

[@FixitwithFowler]

It's really easy to do. Thanks for your comment!

[@thedj5914]

Wow man, I never knew this. I thought they bits on the door were just something to do with the locking mechanism 😂😂🤦 cheers 👌

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, im glad you liked the video 👍

[@Alienwarship1974]

I’ve never heard this before. Top video.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, don't forget to look at my other videos

[@kobierott1342]

Just had a door fitted.Had a look and noticed two of the cams are set off center about 11 oclock and the bottom one is set at 5 o clock position.Thanks for the interesting video.

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem. I'm glad you liked the video! At least you know you can adjust it in the future if you need to!

[@09kizzie]

hi well what a star you are no messing told the truth how to stop the draught thank so much so much so informative.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thankz for your great comment it really means a lot to get great feedback on my videos!

[@marniep4332]

Thank you so much. I never knew about this and I was wondering how to fix the draught. Many thanks

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, no problem at all. I'm glad you found the video useful! Please consider subscribing for more great videos!

[@ohandanotheronebitesthedus6247]

legend cheers mate my adjustments were on the actual door frame

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, I'm glad the video helped you 😀

[@spawnofnamaah]

this needs checking out before running to the DIY store for new gaskets and seals!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Definitely, thanks for your comment 👍

[@spawnofnamaah]

@@FixitwithFowler thanks for your video! Found all but 3 windows in either summer or neutral mode and with 70mph winds this winter I was wondering why the wind was blowing indoors 😂

[@FixitwithFowler]

Well, at least you can adjust them now!

[@peterbooth2804]

Thankyou fir educating me, Im over 60 and didn't know that. Sadly ours don't have a summer or winter setting thats adjust like you suggest. Ours have "Easy Clean" hinges top and bottom and the window doesn't seat against the seal at the hinge end. Help!

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, i have a video on how to change the hinges on a window kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4jLc2qVp5WojNksi=hDQflThZ-hwn0W8Y

[@kianmokhtary3539]

Love the content. You jumping behind the door to say subscribe made me! Look forward to watching more handy tips! 😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, thanks for your comment and subscribing. i appreciate it!

[@SixthQuarter]

🤯 I had no idea this ever existed. Fantastic video. Subscribed and going straight in for some more videos now….

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, thanks for your comment and subscribing 👍

[@lnby]

Nice and easy to follow, appreciate the guide!

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem! I'm glad you found the video useful!

[@krcright9746]

We have the same door. our cams are set on the winter settings. Which is how we want them as winter is only around the corner. Unfortunately most of the draught is coming in from the hinge side regardless of the cams set on the winter settings. Our hinges are different to yours hinges in the video. I believe ours are flag hinges.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hi, unfortunately im not sure how you can adjust the hinges.

[@HueJanus71]

Summer and winter setting WTF, 30yrs in the fenestration industry including fabrication and not once I have heard that lol, the adjustment allows for compensation as the gasket compresses over the years.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Fenestration lol very posh window maker!

[@Mrprojects1568]

That's brilliant thank you for the tip as I have done this for my doors and windows

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment 👍 🙂

[@JIBM40K]

I'm going to try this!

[@FixitwithFowler]

It's definitely worth a try!

[@johnstonier6909]

Smashing pal thanks That’ll stop the draught no end 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, thanks for your comment 👍

[@NailahRoberts]

Had no idea these existed, clicked subscribe👏

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for subscribing 👍

[@i_am_not_a_pro_but_lets_try]

you learn something new every day!

[@FixitwithFowler]

It's really simple. Thanks for your comment!

[@dominicjohnson8427]

Thanks learned something I didn’t know there

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's good to hear. Please give the video a like, and if you like my channel, please consider subscribing!

[@terrynaidu7717]

nice and simple, thank you

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, hopefully you can stop any draughts now!

[@seankeogan3734]

Thanks this was most helpful 😊

[@FixitwithFowler]

I'm glad you found the video helpful!

[@alexmcintyre6353]

I will give that a try my friend.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Ok perfect

[@paulcresswell1690]

Thanks for this....never knew about this. Cheers👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem. I'm glad the video is useful!

[@duncanvincent9106]

Great video. Learnt something new. Concise and informative

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's great to hear, im glad you found the video informative!

[@daveyuk2212]

ta muchly mate now have a none drafty backdoor. subbed as well. Once again ta muchly

[@FixitwithFowler]

Im glad the video has helped, and thanks for subscribing!

[@stefanm67]

I can't believe I didn't know that; but I didn't! I do now mate so thank you... subscribed. ❤

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for the sub, and im glad the video helped you out!

[@stefanm67]

It already has mate! We just did it at my sons house. 😃

[@Mike_5]

Spot on watched this and fixed my Front Door top man for posting

[@FixitwithFowler]

That's really good to hear, I'm glad you liked the video! Please consider subscribing for more great content!

[@Mike_5]

@@FixitwithFowler i have Buddy please do more like this

[@FixitwithFowler]

@Mike_5 i will do mate, thanks for subscribing!

[@DonVitoCorleone2085]

Great easy video, thanks pal! I think door is bowed to much to fix like this though. I adjusted and pulled in the mounting bracket on the door frame as well and the gap is still there 😢

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment. It's a shame the soor is too bowed to fix it. You could try using foam draught excluder tape to see if that helps? amzn.to/3OsCBXh

[@CARNIVOREJIM68]

Winter/summer "SETTINGS " WHO KNEW! 😮

[@FixitwithFowler]

It's more a way of adjusting the pressure on the seals really but it definitely makes a difference!

[@CARNIVOREJIM68]

@FixitwithFowler I used to live in a flat many years ago, often wondered how I could clean my windows on outside. One day I was cleaning them I looked at the hinges and realised I could slide the fram. I was like, why has no one told me this. 🤯😬😤. Lol

[@FixitwithFowler]

@JamesRooney-dy9yc Yes, these are called easy, clean hinges and are great for upstairs windows!

[@Richard-pe4cx]

i had no idea will try this at weekend many thanks

[@FixitwithFowler]

Hopefully, that will cure and draughts! Thanks for your comment 👍

[@2icelollys1goat]

Lovely video. Just subbed, consequently.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, thanks for subscribing 👍

[@adampug206gti]

Great I will do my door now easy...👌🏻😎

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thanks for your comment 👍

[@JG7W11]

Thank you so much liked and subbed! Now to check all doors and windows 😂

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, thanks for subscribing!

[@thehubby65]

thank you never knew that got to be worth the try

[@FixitwithFowler]

Definitely worth a try, thanks for your comment 👍

[@johnspark8095]

Very good video.

[@FixitwithFowler]

Thank you very much!

[@Quinnikon]

I never knew this ! Cheers I’ve Subscribed Quinny

[@FixitwithFowler]

Brilliant, thanks for your comment and your sub!

[@donjon8352]

Never knew that until now😊

[@DingleyDell]

Well, well, well, I never knew this. My front door has always been draft free at the top but drafty at the bottom, I can now see that those adjuster things are actually set differently! Nothing worse than a drafty bottom 🤭

[@FixitwithFowler]

You definitely don't want a drafty bottom 😀

[@richierich4810]

Wow i never knew that good man :)

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem, thanks for your comment 👍

[@jamesdunne5638]

Nice one. Thanks. 👍

[@FixitwithFowler]

No problem 👍

[@Ppp-kk6hw]

Big up from Scotland

[@FixitwithFowler]

Cheers