How to open a locked or broken window handle

[@PaddysDiy]

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[@babissharma6876]

Not working on my windows

[@rogerclarke4765]

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[@witar2972]

You're the best thank you very much .

[@BigDog366]

OMG. Had two windows in my mum's old cottage locked for 30 years with no key. Watched this... used metal spatula and, hey presto, both windows now open. I'm so grateful for you posting this.

[@Sketchbook9999]

Wow. That good to know thankyou

[@markbentley7364]

Thanks, simple solution, saved me getting someone out!

[@PaddysDiy]

Thank you kindly 😀 glad it helped

[@ceri.jones71]

You've proven the whole point of the Internet with your simple and MASSIVELY helpful video!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped :) thanks for the comment

[@katemolloy9617]

I never bother to leave comments, but this seriously solved my problem in 30 seconds. Thanks a million from a new build in Co. Westmeath!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped and thanks for the comment

[@alysonwainwright5095]

It took me ages but u just saved my life lol tysm was literally dying over here in 26 degrees cooking like chicken in a room whose window hadn’t been open for about a year

[@colletteowen6724]

same boat here and this video has saved this family 🤣

[@Its_an_advocardo]

same here lmao

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent. Glad it helped. Wish opening windows here helped, only letting in more hot air 😫 🔥

[@dylan7514]

38 degrees here I can’t breath in my room

[@mark3194]

This worked a treat, if anyone wants an extra tip, I found the spacing took for a set of guitar strings worked really well, it's a little strip of metal you use to measure strong height. Ask a guitarist and they might have one spare.

[@brianmain4043]

Brilliant, quick and to the point rather than getting the life story from whoever posts, saved a call out, thank you, recommended

[@PaddysDiy]

Thank you 👍

[@kelly123813]

Thank you! You have just saved a single Mum a lot of money! Got the window opened in less than 10 seconds and my son is no longer roasting. Bless you ♥️

[@PaddysDiy]

That's music to my ears. Glad it helped 👍

[@abulfoiz2589]

I was ready to break the handle after watching some rubbish double glazing repair videos. I thought I'd try again without the word double glazing in the search and found your video. You saved me a lot of hassle and money. Thank you sir!

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent. Glad it helped 👍

[@loxydoe5573]

Amazing! We moved into our house in winter and didn't realise until the spring that they'd left us no window keys! Some had been left unlocked but the bedroom window wasn't so this has given us a breath of fresh air!

[@lmumuni1307]

TYSM! After a year of broken window handles they now function again

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent 👍 glad it helped

[@groggersk2909]

Worked like a charm! I've two broken lock mechanisms that landlord doesn't want to fork out the money for. One was the bathroom window - opens and closes now and such an easy solution. Thank you!!

[@johnfreeman6352]

Interesting Well done Thank you Those Tips and Demos can save lots of frustration

[@MK-pm5sc]

Great tip PaddyDIY. A lot of people never look up or down at window/door locks, hinges and mechanisms. Cleaning, adjustment and lubrication on a regular basis especially in the first few years of a new build to compensate for settlement and concrete shrinkage etc is very well worthwhile. These things tend to be expensive and labour to fix them even more so. I use a dry lubricant like a PTFE based or silicone lubricant aerosol after cleaning adjustment.There are numerous adjustments on windows and doors, hinge adjustments to move a door in it's frame, small cam adjustments to ensure the door /window closes tighter in it's frame to prevent draughts and seal better, and adjustment screws in window hinges to increase the force required to open the window the more it opens. I think this helps to prevent damage caused by a gust of wind. Worth familiarising yourself with these simple steps and only a few tools needed. Best to check in with the window manufacturer or supplier. Thanks again,

[@liammcel61]

My Son's window was locked with the handle pointing down so I couldn't access the bottom machine screw. The belt clip tip sorted that and a £7.00 replacement handle from B&Q was fitted. Thanks a lot mate, you're a star.

[@LauraSquirrelly]

Thank you for the broken window handle fix!

[@PaddysDiy]

Thank you kindly Laura Squirrel. Glad you got it sorted 👍

[@chrisbardell]

Thanks for this video. The belt-clip trick just helped me free up a stuck window handle. Once I could open it up, I found the cause: broken bit of plastic inside meaning the button wasn't actually pushing anything. All sorted now, and very grateful for your time in filming & uploading the vid. All the best.

[@feargalmaceoin5583]

Delighted to open 2 Windows just now that had broken plastic mechanisms for months. Actually this morning was quoted €340 to repair them. Thanks so much xxx

[@PaddysDiy]

€340? God almighty

[@hanmds21]

Tried it a minute ago and it worked! I closed the window on airlock and it was stuck, not anymore! Thank you!

[@AA-jk8ed]

People like you make this world a better place. And your a life saver too. Kitchen window was shut handle wudn't move but wasn't locked, last bit of your video knife trick worked.

[@dogheads808]

This is amazing. You’re a legend! Thanks for posting this. Straight to the point and no waffle. I’m no longer trapped in my flat 😃

[@PaddysDiy]

good to hear

[@BKKNOW1]

Paddy I would buy you a pint if I ever see you, it 100 % works. Thanks for the video.

[@davidhenry3225]

Hi there - what a ⭐ for sharing this … I used the measuring tape clip and it worked like a dream … then found that the whole handle mechanism was faulty and worn and the window wouldn’t open … but because of your trick, I was able to remove the handle and replace with a brand new one that only cost £10! 🎉 (friend fuming as he got someone in to change a handle last year and cost him over £70!) 😃

[@SoloMacintyre]

Fantastic tip. Managed to "fix" the window without having to pay someone. Thank you!

[@Vig-wr4rp]

Thanks for the video detailing how to unlock and replace one of these locking window handles. This got me out of a fix when my elderly mum lost the key. Was able to match up old lock with product from screw fix for £9. Saved on not calling a tradesman. Great info from Paddy DIY... Top guy

[@PaddysDiy]

Brilliant 👍 glad it helped

[@sbtoscana]

Thank you!! My window was jammed locked with a gap for months, it was getting a bit cold!

[@rawzz4837]

Mate.....THANK YOU SOOO MUCH! My mum has been on my case none stop! Tried it with the keys...didn't work🙄 and after watching your video. I have OPENED IT!!! now she cant stop hugging me 😎. You my friend....are a proper G!

[@soniaandmolls1795]

Tried this with the tape measure clip but was struggling to get it to work. Checked another window lock in the house to see exactly where the lock was positioned and once I knew where it was slid the metal clip under and it opened! Absolutely delighted!

[@TheAimzB]

Spent three hours tonight trying to open a window in 25 degree heat. Watched this video sent my partner to go get the measuring tape. I tried for about 5 minutes and just as I was about to give up, it worked!!! I cannot believe it. Thankyou so much!

[@PaddysDiy]

Well done. Glad it helped 👍

[@rebeccahammond5533]

Absolute ledge! This has been frustrating me for months and you’ve helped me to solve it in minutes. Thank You!

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent well done

[@AndreaRittenhouse-n2b]

Still saving lives out here, thanks so much for this

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@sanjaykeswani]

I was able to sort my window handle after watching video. Your video is straight to the point and very helpful. Thankyou for uploading.

[@PaddysDiy]

Thanks Sanjay. Glad it helped :)

[@GerardEgan-kr8fr]

I Had a bad week dodgey workmen etc done at home…you cheered me right up!!! With this … May God bless you sir!!! Hero!!!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@andygotting9152]

Great video, it tickled me that you struggled more with the key than without it.

[@temperedfox]

I know others have commented already, but wow. Your video saved me from a really cold night last night as I had locked it slightly open (we call it on the latch!) during the day when it was warm and allowed a little air to come in from the 1inch gap it left while locked. Your video was short, too the point and easy to find, took only a few mins and I was able to unlock the handle and pull the window fully closed. Literally saved me from frostbitten toes! Thanks mate!

[@PaddysDiy]

Thanks for the comment 👍 glad it helped

[@robpk63]

Thank you, I was just about to snap the handle off in frustration then decided to watch your video, worked a treat.

[@Be_u_beautyy]

Thankkkkkk uuuu had my living room window stuck for months and then the bedroom door got stuck too... didn’t wanna call somebody to to it... then I came across ur video.... I feel like a champpppp!!!!! I fixed it. Thank u xxx

[@BK-xm8yj]

Fair play man, had 2 locked windows for years, didn't have a clip so improvised with a flat headed screw driver and it popped open like a treat 😀 👍

[@balazspetervarga9180]

Wow that was the fastest low-tech solution I have ever found for any kind of DYI issue around the house. Shockingly simple, amazing. Thanks for sharing

[@hacedms]

Thank you ever so much. You've helped me so much with this video. I can finally open my window and no longer have to wait for the cowboys to replace it. Thank you again.

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped!

[@ct8292]

Fantastic - worked first time and saved me £100 which was what the window company quoted me to come out and fix the problem! Thank you !!

[@Jonnydog1]

Thanks - could you possibly do another on repairing tape measures?

[@PaddysDiy]

Ha. I'll put it on the list :)

[@meranammani]

Awesome request 😂

[@taylorsherlock1716]

Buy a new one ffs

[@munckymagic]

@@taylorsherlock1716 Whooosh!

[@world2024.]

@@PaddysDiy 👍👍👍💪💕💪 thank you

[@GamerX0786]

We bought a house recently & and previous owners did not leave the keys behind to the newly installed double glazing, This worked a treat, took 1 sec and saved loads..... Hats off to you sir :)

[@semanticsamuel936]

Didn't succeed directly with this method; however, I did succeed in removing a little plastic flap that revealed a screw directly beneath the handle. I removed the flap above the handle and unscrewed the top one, and now with a combination of brute force and patience I'm managing to just about unscrew the one below. In theory the whole mechanism should then lift off. I'm conscious that I may be destroying the screw head (it's at a very awkward angle) so being careful. I need to be able to refit the handle eventually because this is rented accommodation and I'd like my deposit back. Then again, if the landlord doesn't know where the key is and insists on having the heating come on automatically then it's his own bloody fault. I need fresh air - window's not been opened in weeks. Thanks for the video - if nothing else I've learnt a lot more about how window locks work.

[@semanticsamuel936]

Well, that was an exceptionally tedious job. Removing the lock makes it easy to stick a pair of pliers into the mechanism to turn the window open. Not so much difficult, but slow. I've succeeded in opening the window two inches, but then it's got one of those stupid mechanisms that keeps it drawn to, and it looks like it's going to be a mission to remove. Who designs these things? And why would anyone want them in their home? There are better solutions if you've got young children. Oh well, two inches open is better than none. Now I can head off to my new year's eve party and hopefully come back to a nice cool room! Happy new year everyone - have a great 2019!

[@fabiandee8178]

How can anyone fail at removing the screw cover flap? You say it like there's a trick to it, it's part of the design!

[@NoResultFound]

Life Saver! Hate these plastic handles they break too often :(

[@PaddysDiy]

Yep you're better off replacing them all

[@SHAKAtheG]

Thanks dude, literally took 10 seconds after years of it being locked

[@gerardfoley5030]

Tried it ! and it worked 1st time. Excellent ! Did not have a clue how to sort my stuck window latch until I saw this video.

[@TheRatmanratty]

Thanks a million my friend that has saved a lot of nagging from the wife and as we are locked down together at least something has been unlocked. I was on the right track but the wrong tool. Thanks again. Paul from Warwick

[@m0aze611]

Well 7 years later I’ve just used your handy tip to unlock a window. The only thing thin enough and strong enough was a Stanley knife blade. Yes very minor cut later it worked. The plastic inside the handle/lock had broken preventing me from re-opening a bedroom window. Thank you regards Mike

[@Tr1kx]

Once again Google and KZbin comes up trumps. The biggest problem is figuring out the question to ask ... "open jammed upvc window handle lock". Many thanks mate. Incidentally, two replacement handles on eBay cost 9 quid.

[@jackielavelle5018]

Brilliant, it took me seconds to sort a window that had been stuck for months, thank you!

[@Zayfod]

Thank you! Saved two of our window handles by cutting off the remainder of the cheep'o plastic latch that was holding them shut. It's astonishing how thin the working parts are on the inside.

[@manwithapan9481]

Splendid fellow thanks, the bathroom window was locked shut, you can only imagine the horror ;) sorted ;)

[@PaddysDiy]

Good stuff :) Glad it helped

[@traceyannehowes]

Thank you for this. I was just going to bed, went to close the window which was on the latch/open, pressed the button and felt it snap but it stayed locked! Its cold tonight and I was envisaging having to stuff the gap with blankets, literally got the handle moving in seconds following your video and using a thin knife to release the lock! Window now closed! Thanks.

[@PaddysDiy]

Music to my ears 👍

[@ajvirdi]

Thanks man! Literally watched for seconds, then tried in seconds and boom bathroom window is open

[@mvictoriadelucas7319]

Hi there, just wanted to thank you because I just fixed my stuck window thanks to your video.

[@dfeduard3917]

Thank you!!! I saved some time with this video.

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped :)

[@fredfox839]

This was so helpful, my bathroom window handle broke in the open position. It's Feb and at night, so now I can close my window and the house won't freeze overnight. Thank You!

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent 👍

[@garethshaw6126]

Great video. just saved me a lot of time and money. legend!

[@PaddysDiy]

Thanks Gareth, Glad it helped :)

[@simonNFL]

lifesaver. Ours broke while the window was open and we were just about to go on holiday. Thank you

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@phoenixprivate2977]

Can you tell Me how to BREAK the lock? My mom wants me to open the window all the time but bugs keep on coming in and I hate it

[@PaddysDiy]

Never been asked how to break a lock before :) I doubt your mom would thank me very much. It's important to be able to open your windows, wouldn't recommend breaking the lock. If there was a fire or anything you could use your window to escape or to be rescued. A fly screen would be the way to go.

[@phoenixprivate2977]

Window and Door Parts Ireland well yeah but my areas A dengea hotspot I'm sure so I'm paranoid, I'll get a fly trap instead. Thanks, you earn a sub

[@CRAZYCR1T1C]

Superglue

[@jmk1962]

Thank you so much for this video. It has saved me so much hassle trying to get someone out to fix my window lock, not to mention the call out charge for a 5 second fix. You are a very kind man to help others by sharing this easy fix. Bless you.

[@PaddysDiy]

Thank you for the comment. Glad it helped you 👍

[@johnkelly9423]

Thank you! I had a locked handle forover 3 years driving me mad. watched this and first flat metal thing i found was a pointing trowel, popped that in the back, turned handle and it opened straight away !. thank you!!

[@tmn0004676]

Great, that worked for me too.......you see a load of stuff on youtube about how to fix stuff but often the advice never works out.....this genuinely did....thankyou very much

[@PaddysDiy]

Thanks for the comment. Glad it helped :)

[@neheltalekar8601]

Thank you so much.... my window was locked from last 3 months.. it worked and didn't take more than 2 mins to unlock, well explained... God bless you ☺️

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 😀

[@markbentley7364]

Top Man! Saved me getting someone out to fix this when my bathroom window jammed. Really appreciated!

[@niedoc34]

OMG...I need to thank you soooo much, few sec ago my second window blocked and I wad dying for fresh air in my room.The other one I didn't open for a year...now both open...THANK YOU SO SO SOOOO MUCH!!!!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@Ruby36687]

Oh my days, mum came over to stay at mine and her bedroom window decided to lock itself! Saw this vdo, the technique was a bit fiddley took a bit of effort but it worked! I find positioning the metal slightly lower helped! Thank you so much!

[@sh-vs9jr]

thankyou very helpful, needed my window fitting company to fix this and they said theyre busy for 3 weeks. The window in question is a kitchen window and that simply won't do for me so this video was of tremendous help.

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped

[@geoffreyhobson2526]

Brilliant. I was stumped as to how I could overcome my broken handle and your video showed me what to do. Window problem resolved as I’ve now been able to fit a new replacement handle!

[@PaddysDiy]

Good to hear 👍

[@FC-rq1np]

It worked here. Exactly same window, I was in panic after pushing and pulling for one hour, I followed your video and opened it in 15 seconds with an old credit card. So many thanks

[@seanyoman]

Used a measuring tape clip on the broken lock and it worked straight away. Thanks so much for this gem of a tip!

[@PaddysDiy]

Happy days! Glad it helped

[@wendywatts2369]

I agree with everyone else - excellent video. I asked housing association 3 weeks ago to fix it.... then tried this when the weather became too hot! Perfect solution, I didn't have a belt clip but used a metal hair clip the kind hairdressers use to clip back hair. Thanks for taking the time to make this video you're a ⭐!

[@PaddysDiy]

Brilliant well done

[@conceptacasserly1360]

This has saved me a minimum of a €70 rip off call out charge to have my broken handles replaced. Will be able to remove them myself now and replace at just the cost of the handles. So appreciate this!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it saved you money but i wouldn't class paying someone to call out to fix something for you a rip off. Remember they have fuel, van, wages etc to pay

[@conceptacasserly1360]

@@PaddysDiy Hi Paddy, he was still going to charge me the price of the handles and labour charge on top of that...whilst doing a job on my neighbour's door right next door to me. €70 just to drive to a house that's not far from the business office is a complete rip off.

[@PaddysDiy]

Ah right! that's a bit rich so

[@andyw_uk74]

Thanks so much! I live in a converted office building where all the apartments have windows like this, and I'd locked both of them in my living room over the last couple of years. Used an old hobby knife and this trick sorted it pronto!

[@maboh]

What a absolute legend! My mrs has been going mental at me! I was planning on removing the complete handle! And i just watched this! Used my bank card and it works!!! LOVE IT

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@phillipbirchall3878]

Wow! Sir your amazing! I was panicking as my window lock broke and it was on vent! Thanks to you I have opened the broken lock and closed it! I will need a new handle, but I’m so relieved now! Top of the morning to you! Your video is so easy to follow! Very clever guy! Phew!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@dibleydogy]

A huge thanks to you. My bedroom window handle broke yesterday. Just managed to get it open after watching this. Spent an unbearable night in the heat which made me feel quite ill. Early morning fresh air coming in now.

[@PaddysDiy]

Good to hear dibleydogy. You'd need all your windows open in this weather. Glad it helped :)

[@biancah7183]

Fantastic! Thank you. I was quoted £120 to come out and check the window. This clip took me all of 10 seconds to fix!

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent. Glad it saved you money

[@JessNolan96]

I did this with a nail file I am SO HAPPY! Windows we haven’t been able to open during a heatwave in three years are now open you are literally a LEGEND!!❤❤❤

[@PaddysDiy]

Fantastic 👍

[@JamesF908]

Just went for a shower and tried to open window and heard a snap... thanks to you I can now open window until new handle arrives. Thanks!

[@johnbright7857]

Been struggling to solve this problem for months. After watching your video I sorted it in two minutes! Brilliant.

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent well done

[@rajkumarindia9284]

This video was very much helpful. Saved me more than 5 times. Calling a carpenter or finesta people would have cost me 2000rs . Thanks alot.

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@PEEKAY161067]

Great video. Just used this technique after hours of faffing with paper and card and plastic!! New handles now in situ and fresh air in the room again! Thanks 🙏🏻

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent 👍

[@inspiratornelson3156]

This seemingly simple hack is worth a fortune, and saved me a great worry. Thank you so much I can have some fresh air in my room now.

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@fredcaton7359]

Hi, Thank You ever so much for this video. My bathroom window lock had been stuck for quite some time. After watching this video, I tried the technique using a flat bladed knife, and hey presto, it worked, you saved me from having to call someone out to fix it. Thanks again.

[@PaddysDiy]

Excellent. Well done

[@BalashToth]

This was really helpful. Just had the issue that the lock broke and couldn't open the window. This worked, thanks

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@DrBiology3]

My goodness Paddy, you are a genius. Worked first time and saved a lot of bother. THANK YOU!!

[@PaddysDiy]

Happy days 👍

[@ddaman7854]

Thank you very much! Because of this video I was able to get my window open. Will still contact my landlord to replace the handle but in the meantime I am able to air out my property. Top man!

[@PaddysDiy]

Good to hear

[@alonsodesalazar4950]

Had a window lock that had been driving me nuts for ages! All I can say is, I love you man!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@GooseJD]

this is just pure brilliance... We had two window with this sort of handle and the spring inside the button has broken so the leaver doesn't control the lock.. Used this method to open both of the handles and now can at least uninstall and replace them! thank you for the video!!!

[@PaddysDiy]

Brilliant. Well done 👏

[@19matt66]

thank you so much for this video. We had problems with two locks one just broke and the other a couple of years ago and we had no clue how to get round it till checking your video. You are a star!!!

[@tanimamukherjee5879]

I don't know how to thank this man.. I don't have enough words to thank him.. But trust me I'm so grateful to you that you uploaded this video. Thanks a ton.. May God fulfill all your wishes.. Thank you soo much..

[@honeycat535]

You are a genius, for the past two years at work, our main gathering room for several people who use the service , have been hot and stinky after every meet because of old pvc windows with lost keys and buttons pushed in - im going to try this tomorrow , so excited to see if it works, after last summers weather-this one should be breezy! Thanks

[@PaddysDiy]

Hope it works for you :)

[@honeycat535]

@@PaddysDiy Hiya, unfortunatley it didnt, the window handles are old, have a more squareish design on the handle part where the key lock is, i managed to pull the plastic cover off the screw area where the handle is attached to the window, should i try taking the handle off that way?

[@PaddysDiy]

@@honeycat535 You'll only get access to two of the four screws. The other two will be behind the handle lever. I would be suggesting diana getting on to your boss to get someone in to fix it or replace it. shouldn't be your responsibility to get it opened.

[@martynbonanza]

Brilliant - many thanks - Window was locked open but problem sorted in less than 2 mins - Now it won't rain in!

[@clarejenner6231]

Wow! Thank you so much, you are a super hero. After having two windows that no longer unlocked for several months, I followed your instructions and opened them in less than 10 seconds. Fresh air at last!… watching your channel has made my day... 21 degrees and humidity, can’t wait to see my husbands reaction when he comes down. 😀😀🙏🏻🙏🏻thank you.

[@BeardedCollectables]

Absolute life saver. My window was open as my one year old Son and I were watching the recycling truck. (Yes I had a hold of him) I had popped the handle down as I often do without issue and it locked into place. The key was locking and unlocking the button, however this wasn't making any difference. Your helpful trick worked straight away and the handle is working as if nothing was ever wrong. Very odd.

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@BeardedCollectables]

@@PaddysDiy it has but I can't seem to find a permanent fix mate. The button presses but it doesn't unlock the handle. Any ideas what I can do about that?

[@michaelmccrory2220]

Thank you for sharing your tip on how to open a jammed window handle. Your tip worked first time of trying! Excellent! 👍

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped

[@ZigSputnik]

Wow, so easy! I used an old dinner knife so no need to dismantle anything. Worked straight away! Many thanks!

[@PaddysDiy]

Glad it helped 👍

[@nadinea3774]

Worked in one go! My windows are already stiff but it was locked and the spring behind it seemed to of gone. Saves me from having to get a new window for now!

[@creativeLtu2]

Thanks mate! Quick, clear and simple video which sorted the problem. Nice weather outside = boiling in my bedroom. Tried to open window which closed just yesterday and to my surprise it won't work. 5 mins thinking all possibilities , my mind racing that I might need to call someone to fix it - don't want just to rip off the handle. Let's google = 5 mins later thanks to you mate it was sorted. Didn't fixed problem why button does not activate plastic release latch inside handle. Tried to play with it, accidently broke off locking plastic bit inside handle and f it then. Handle works just button is useless now. Happy.

[@PaddysDiy]

Thanks for the comment 👍 I'm glad it helped. With that piece broken out, the handle will do everything it should do except lock. So up to you if that's important or not. You'll get a replacement handle for less than a tenner in the majority of hardware shops

[@angie6234]

Thank you Paddy , I’ve just opened my stuck bathroom window with your advice . You are a fountain of knowledge 👍

[@PaddysDiy]

Music to my ears 👍