How to open a plastic door from the outside

Miscellaneous

Jamming of the metal-plastic structure, which most often leads to the balcony, is a fairly common problem. This usually happens at the most inopportune moment. The breakdown itself is quite unpleasant, since it is usually not clear what to do in such a situation, how to fix it. If the door does not open, it is most likely jammed. In this case, you have to open the door without a key, which can be done in various ways.

Exterior view of one of the traditional plastic structures leading to the balcony

Sometimes it happens that the door jams the moment you step out onto the balcony in a light robe. It will be useful to know in advance what to do if the structure closes. There are various methods of opening without a key, especially since there is usually no handle on the outside of the balcony door. This complicates the opening problem, but suitable methods can be identified to solve the problem.

PVC door lock jammed, how to open it

Many people are interested in the question of how to open a plastic door if the locking mechanism is jammed. Depending on the design of the product, various available tools may be needed for these purposes: a hairpin, wire, screwdriver, electric drill, pliers, crowbar, and other tools. Some masters also use special master keys.

If you cannot fix the breakdown yourself, then you need to call a technician from the utility service, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, or resort to the services of specialized companies that repair and open door locks.

The cylinder mechanism is broken

In cylinder locks, the key often gets stuck or the core itself becomes jammed. In such situations, you first need to clean the lock slots with an iron brush. The cause of the malfunction may be clogging of the cylinder with foreign particles.

Next, you need to pour machine oil or kerosene into the cracks, turn the wrench in different directions so that the lubricant spreads throughout the parts of the shutter mechanism.

If this does not help, you can try to carefully pull the key out of the core using pliers. If this method does not produce results, then the cylinder is drilled out with a drill, and a new one is installed in its place, along with its own set of keys.

The lever mechanism is broken

If the key is stuck in the lever lock on the 4th turn, you can try to grind off the longitudinal protrusions that prevent the key from positioning correctly. Next, you need to insert the key with the back side and try to open the mechanism.

If there is nothing to grind off these protrusions, then you need to press out the lock hole with something, insert the key with the back side and try to open the door leaf.

Key stuck in keyhole

If the key is stuck in the lock core, it is recommended to first find out the reason for this.

For example, when the door is open, the key turns freely in the lock, but when the door is locked, it gets stuck on the second turn. In such a situation, it is necessary to bore the door block frame.

To remove a stuck key, you need to inject a special silicone-based spray into the hole, then carefully twist the key in different directions. After such manipulations, he should come out. In this situation, it is recommended to install a new mechanism, since similar problems will recur with the old one.

The key broke in the well

It is quite difficult to open a lock in which the key has broken off in the core. If at least a small part of it sticks out of the well, then you can still try to remove the fragment with pliers.

If a piece of the key remains deep in the core, you can try to remove it using a jigsaw file. A thin blade is inserted into the core of the lock from the bottom with the teeth facing up. Next, you need to turn it slightly to pick up and remove the remaining part of the key in the lock.

Plastic product

Metal-plastic doors in an apartment usually lead to a balcony or a bathroom, and a broken or jammed lock is the reason for improper operation of the structure by the owner. You can hack such a structure in various ways. First of all, you need to understand the reason for the jamming.

A sharp blow, the entry of foreign objects into the lock, wear of components, misalignment of the door structure, poor-quality fittings, condensation that collects from excessive humidity or a sudden change in temperature, involuntary blocking of the lock mechanism itself - all this can lead to jamming of the door. Having identified the problem, it is easier to eliminate and avoid the repetition of an unpleasant situation in the future. How to open plastic doors at home:

If the balcony door is frozen to the frame. There are two options for opening a frozen plastic balcony door: wait for spring or use a hairdryer. After the product has succumbed to the heat and opened, you should wipe the box and seal dry with a soft cloth and lubricate the seal with silicone grease. Such simple manipulations will protect against further freezing of condensation between the door frame and the leaf.

The key broke in the lock - how to open a plastic door without a key. The procedure for opening the product is complex, but doable. You need to remove the key fragment from the keyhole and try to open it with a spare key. The whole difficulty lies in removing the fragment without damaging the lock. In extreme cases, you may have to remove the entire handle using a screwdriver.

There is an urgent need to open the closed metal-plastic structure from the inside, and all the manipulations done do not produce results, then the solution is to remove the double-glazed window. A thin screwdriver or a strong, non-sharp knife will work for this purpose. The glass unit holds the glazing beads. It is enough to pry the side bead in the middle and pull it out smoothly. Then sequentially from the opposite side, from below and from above. The glass unit can be easily removed and inserted back. In the same order, we insert it into place, hammer in the glazing beads with a rubber hammer or with sharp but gentle taps of the hand. With all these activities, extreme caution and accuracy are required so as not to spoil or scratch the door leaf with tools, and so as not to burst the glass unit from excessive effort.

Types of locks

To find out the reason for the lock's failure, you need to know its design. Today, manufacturers offer different models of products that differ in design and locking mechanism.

Level

Despite their strength and reliability, these are not the most popular models. The design of the bolt mechanism includes plates. If a lever lock breaks, it must be visually inspected under a light beam. It is possible that small foreign particles have entered the core and are interfering with the operation of the shutter mechanism.

Cylinder

In these devices, the main working mechanism is a cylinder, which, if broken, must be drilled out with a drill, removed and a new core installed. Cylinder locks are most often installed in plastic doors.

Electromagnetic

The PVC door leaf is secured using the magnetic components of the locking device. They are used relatively rarely, but are quite reliable.

The operation of such mechanisms requires electrical power. Therefore, it is not recommended to install or replace them yourself; it is better to entrust this work to specialists.

Electrical

Electric locks do not have handles or keys. A plastic door equipped with such a device is opened using a special key fob or electronic card.

Such bolt mechanisms are almost impossible to hack, so they are considered the most reliable. They require an electrical outlet to function.

Multi-point

The design of multi-locking mechanisms includes several special clamping parts. The quality of pressing of the leaf to the frame of the door block, the service life of the structure, as well as protection against burglary depend on these elements.

Stainless steel is used to make lock parts. The device turns out to be quite durable and reliable, and rarely breaks. But, if any malfunctions occur, most often the product has to be replaced.

Causes of failure

There are no perfect eternal castles. The parts of any mechanism wear out during operation and the device, incl. The door lock fails. But there are signs that indicate the presence of certain problems that could soon lead to a breakdown of the mechanism. The main reasons for the failure of shutter mechanisms:

The device has a manufacturing defect;
Incorrect manipulations were allowed when opening/closing the lock;
Small foreign objects (garbage) got into the core of the lock;
The door leaf was deformed and skewed relative to the frame;
Using low-quality duplicates of “native” keys;
The lock key was not used for its intended purpose, for example, it was used to open bottles;
The locking mechanism was not lubricated or treated with special liquids during operation;
Large accumulations of steel shavings and other contaminants have formed on the rubbing parts of the locking device;
Doors often require significant physical effort to close;
The locking device is operated in conditions of high humidity.

Jamming of the bolt mechanism is a serious failure, the causes of which must be sought in the core of the lock. If the operating instructions are not followed, the protective mechanism may break.

Repairing a handle on a metal-plastic door

The screws are located under the decorative plate

If the handle on the door begins to jam, you need to lubricate it, but it happens that it breaks. It can break due to natural wear and tear or under significant force when opening it. If you need to replace it, it is very easy to remove it yourself.

How to remove the handle:

If possible, turn the handle to a horizontal position.
The screws holding the handle are located under the decorative plastic plate at its base, it is located vertically. Pull the plastic plate towards you and turn it horizontally.
Unscrew the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. We remove the handle from the groove.

Handles for metal-plastic windows and doors are made of plastic and aluminum. Plastic handles often break; an aluminum reinforced handle will last much longer. You can purchase it from any company that sells metal-plastic windows. These elements are produced in white, brown, golden and silver shades.

Interior designs

As a rule, locks on interior doors are not designed to protect against external threats, so they are simple and easy to use even for the most inexperienced security guard. To do this, it is enough to know the structure of the lock and where to apply force when opening it. Various cases:

The lock is jammed. Manufacturers, anticipating situations where locks would jam on interior doors, took care of the simplest solution to the problem. Looking closely at the lock, you can see a small screw in place of the latch. Simply turn the screw with a flathead screwdriver and the lock holding the door will be released.

The locking mechanism is broken. This problem arises due to the refusal of the door handle to fulfill its direct duties, to move the latch. Solving this problem is simple; just insert a hard plate between the leaf and the door at the latch location, move the lock tongue, and the product will open.

Another option for opening an interior door without a key is to remove the door handle and act directly on the rotary mechanism of the lock.

The main thing is to remember that during manipulations associated with opening the lock of interior doors, everything must be done quite carefully, without damaging the door leaf and frame. Changing the lock is cheaper than installing the door.

Ruler for unlocking a balcony door - how to use it?

If a set of tools, a knife or a hacksaw, when the balcony door on the loggia or balcony

It didn’t turn out, but there is an opportunity to use an iron ruler, it’s worth trying to get out with its help.

Just as in the case of the sharpened objects listed above, you can use a ruler to pick up and pull down the latch of the blade. Actions must be careful, without haste, with respect for the construction material. The plastic is quite flexible, so the ruler will be able to reach the target.

If you can’t open the latch with a ruler, for example, when the reason for the jamming is not in the lock, it’s worth trying an effective and piquant method of unscrewing the door hinges. It will be easier to cope with the task if you know their structure. Typically, a balcony door hinge is an iron tab with fasteners, a frame part and a spacer sleeve.

By adjusting the composite hinges, even when the door is stuck, you can slightly move the door in the appropriate direction.

Fundamentally: in most cases, the screws of the door leaf are disguised with decorative overlays.

Ruler for unlocking a balcony door - how to use it?

If a set of tools, a knife or a hacksaw, when the balcony door on the loggia or balcony

It didn’t turn out, but there is an opportunity to use an iron ruler, it’s worth trying to get out with its help.

By adjusting the composite hinges, even when the door is stuck, you can slightly move the door in the appropriate direction.

Fundamentally: in most cases, the screws of the door leaf are disguised with decorative overlays.

We use improvised means

When opening the sash from the outside, you can use whatever is at hand: a ruler, a metal strip or even a knife

It is important here that the element is sharp and durable. In any case, it is important to prepare for the fact that, despite the reliability of plastic doors, they do not guarantee protection against penetration from the outside, although they provide excellent protection from cold and bad weather.

It is easy to disable the balcony door fittings by using a thin and durable object. If you do not want to damage the structure, it is recommended to additionally use some available means. It is placed between the frame and the glass unit, eliminating any damage to the appearance of the frame

The opening principle is based on the following:

A ruler or metal strip is placed inside the balcony door so as to engage the latch.
After this, gently press on it to open the latch.

Even beginners can do this without special training. At the same time, the chances of damaging the door opening mechanism are minimized. However, small scratches may appear at the junction of the door and the door frame. But when you get home, they will seem insignificant to you.

Penetration into the house of a thief opening a plastic window or door

Please note that if there is a lock on the balcony door, which is common, especially on the lower floors, the above methods will not work. There is a method that will help in any case - using a drill. It is used to drill out the locking mechanism. However, in this case, the plastic balcony door will require replacement, which will be expensive.

It is important to understand that the tool you use to try to open the door will damage its expensive profile. If this is important to you, wait for help or look for other methods to solve the problem

However, there is almost always a way to open balcony doors from the outside. Therefore, the answer to the question of what to do if the door slams shut will be a recommendation for finding a suitable tool to help open it.

What to do in unusual situations?

Sometimes, especially during severe frosts, a plastic door can freeze to the door frame. This can occur when the structure is open for ventilation or if condensation accumulates on the seal. This leads to it freezing and the inability to open it. Initially, you should think about whether it is really urgent to open the door. If this is the case, do not try to break down the door. This will not lead to anything good.

Initially, you can try to warm the door. To do this, you should use a hairdryer. For mild freezing, 5-10 minutes of intense heating will be sufficient. After this, wipe the box and wipe the seal with a lint-free, dry cloth. The top is lubricated with silicone lubricant to prevent further freezing.

Appearance of a frozen metal-plastic door

Instructions for adjusting plastic doors

The problems described above can be resolved independently, having some knowledge and a general understanding of the operation of the door mechanism. Fixing such problems will not take much time - a normal adjustment rarely takes more than 30 minutes. By observing due care, it is impossible to irreversibly damage something when adjusting the mechanism.

Sagging

To eliminate sagging of the balcony sash, the task is to raise the sash to a certain height.

To do this, remove the decorative and protective plug from the bottom hinge.
At the top of the loop there is a vertical hole into which you need to insert a hexagon (standard size - 6 mm).
Make circular rotations with the hexagon clockwise until the door is in place.
Carry out a control check of the opening of the sash after each circle - rarely more than 5 revolutions are required.
If problems arise or the hexagon does not rotate, you need to slightly adjust the upper hinge in the same way.
Make sure that the sash does not catch the threshold, but also does not rise too high - otherwise the tightness in the closed position will be broken.

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Sticking in the middle

When the sash sags, we resort to vertical adjustment, and when it jams in the middle due to climatic conditions, we resort to horizontal adjustment.

Open the sash wide.
There is a hole at the end, near the inside of the hinges.
If the mechanism elements are closed with plugs, remove them.
Insert a hexagon into the hole near the bottom hinge.
Start clockwise rotation similar to vertical adjustment.
This will pull the door towards the hinge.
Check after each rotation.
If the problem persists and the sash still jams, do the same with the top hinge.
Once successful, return the plugs to their place.

Loose fit

There are locking mechanisms at the end of the balcony sash. They will help relieve apartment residents from unwanted drafts and keep the house warm.

Most plastic sashes have 4 locking mechanisms. They have two types of eccentrics.

To change the fit of the door, it is necessary to act on these eccentrics. The diagonal position for standard and the central position for is indicate an average degree of sash pressure.

A shift towards the vertical or to the right weakens the degree of pressing of the sash against the frame, a shift towards the horizontal or to the left strengthens it.

For the cold season, it is better to install a stronger fit of the sash.

Now you know how to fix common problems associated with door mechanisms. There is nothing complicated about this, but the presence of a hexagon will help. If it is missing, you can try using a screwdriver.

If you are afraid of intrusion into the balcony sash mechanism, invite a specialist who will not only make competent adjustments of the necessary elements, but will also teach you how to adjust the position of the sash in the future on your own.

Methods for opening a plastic balcony door

It’s good that, regardless of the particular use of the balcony and its design, in this room there is a handy tool that you can use to open the plastic door with minimal damage.

There are the following main ways to unlock a balcony door leaf from the outside:

· Dismantling glazing beads

. Plastic balcony doors have a collapsible design, which is similar to PVC windows. Everything except the profile is removable. Beadings are responsible for holding the glass unit in the door frame, so for safety they are installed on the inside. But there are cases when, due to incompetence, would-be contractors make plastic balcony doors with glazing beads installed outside. This jamb can be used to remove the glass unit and enter the room without having to break the profile.

· Raising the axles

. The pins of the plastic balcony door act as latches, which ensure its closure and tight pressing to the frame. The design of conventional fittings is such that the trunnions can be easily pulled out of the striker plate. A screwdriver is the optimal tool for performing this operation; if you don’t have one, any other thin and durable object will do. In the case of anti-burglary fittings, such manipulations will not work.

· Removing loops

. As in the case of glazing beads, some “smart” craftsmen install plastic balcony doors with the hinges facing outward. To get out of the balcony confinement, it is enough to disassemble these fittings and carefully remove the door leaf.

The tips presented in this material on how to open a plastic balcony door from the outside are for advisory purposes only and do not constitute instructions for unauthorized entry.

To avoid getting stuck on the balcony, regularly maintain the fittings of plastic doors and windows and promptly replace worn parts. At the same time, amateurish actions will only worsen the situation. To ensure that the fittings work properly, contact the masters - specialists of the Art-windows company.

Ways to solve the problem

If trouble finds you inside the house, no problem. A simple way to solve the problem is to call a locksmith to your home. Only a specialist with extensive experience can determine the cause of the breakdown, quickly eliminate it and return to its former functionality. Metal-plastic windows have a very limited scope of application; high temperatures and special machines are used to create them.

It’s a completely different matter if the door jammed while you were on the loggia or balcony. This can happen for several reasons: if you pushed the euro door hard when going outside, or because of drafts and strong gusts of wind. If this happens, you shouldn’t panic, especially if you live on the upper floors. It is very easy to get out of this situation.

If you have your keys with you, call a friend or neighbor and let him help you out.
You can try to get out through the neighboring balcony if the residents are aware of your trouble. (only if you have insurance).
You can dismantle the double-glazed windows yourself and climb back into the apartment through the window opening.

The last option is the most preferable for most people who find themselves in such a situation. How to open a plastic balcony door from the inside with an ordinary coin? Very simple. To dismantle a double-glazed window, use a thin metal or wooden object to pry the plastic bead along the contour of the glass. Having removed it, you need to lightly press on the plane and tilt the glass in the other direction. If possible, do not break the glass unit. This is a rather expensive part of the door; replacing it costs a lot of money.

Also, do not knock out the glass from the outside. A thick layer of glass will not succumb even to a physically strong man. You can make your situation worse if you hit the door with a heavy object.

One way to unlock the door:

Instructions for removing a glass unit from a plastic structure:

Opening plastic windows: methods and techniques

Let's say the window is closed, you're outside, and you only have a flathead screwdriver. First you need to find where the latch is. You will need to carefully press out the window sash by pressing on the fittings. If you manage to do everything correctly, the sash will open slightly, you can stick your hand in and turn the handle, opening the window completely.

How to open a plastic window from the street using a ruler?

If you don’t have a screwdriver at hand, but you find a metal ruler, you can use the following scheme: place the ruler between the window frame and. Then you need to find the latch, try to hook it and pull it down

You need to act carefully so as not to damage the plastic of the window. This material is quite flexible and will allow you to squeeze a ruler where it is required without any problems.

If you do everything correctly, the window will open.

However, it is worth considering that they have a variety of designs, and you need to act in accordance with what design you have installed. The above methods illustrate how to open a plastic window with standard handles. If you have a different design in front of you, these methods may not work.

How to open a plastic window without a handle?

Opening such a structure from the street side on your own is extremely difficult. You can try to use any narrow object if the window is not locked. This method will help protect the structure from damage, and it will continue to function. If opened, it may be damaged. Almost always mechanical scratches remain on it, less often chips.

Another way to open a plastic window from the outside is by drilling. It will damage the frame, since a through hole will appear in it, through which you can insert a narrow object, for example, a wire or a handle, and open the doors with its help.

How to open a double-glazed window,

without harming it - an important issue for the window owner. Not everyone will want to change or repair after they need to break into the premises. These methods are the safest for the structure and allow you to maintain its functionality.

Ways to open a window from the outside

Many people believe that PVC windows protect their homes from penetration more reliably than old Soviet windows. However, in reality, things are exactly the opposite.

The fact is that sashes made of plastic are much more flexible and soft than wooden ones, as a result of which they bend easily. In a normal situation, this is, of course, a reason for frustration, but not in ours, when you need to get into a locked house.

When deciding how to open a plastic window from the outside, it is worth noting that in order not to harm the object, it is important to use a special tool

method No. 1

How can you open a plastic window from the street? Armed with a thin metal plate or an iron ruler, this element must be carefully placed between the frame and the glass unit.

Your next step is to get to the latch of the plastic window. Managed? Then we hook it with the tool and slowly pull it down.

There is absolutely no difficulty here because plastic is a fairly flexible material that will not withstand metal pressure. The only disadvantage of this method is the possible appearance of minor scratches and even dents.

As a result of these actions, the cylinder of the locking mechanism should jump out of the hook; if the constipations are located on several sections of the valves, which is most often the case, the procedure must be repeated by inserting a screwdriver in front of each of them. The moment the pin jumps out of the hook is accompanied by a loud click.

Hacking scheme for standard fittings

This method of opening is quite simple, and, most importantly, after such a hack, the fittings remain intact. The only thing is, if you do the work carelessly, you may scratch the plastic.

method number 2

How to open a plastic window from the outside with a screwdriver without damaging it. Determine where the latch is located. In that place, use this tool to try to press out the window sash.

A more complicated version is when there are several pins in the opening mechanism. In this case, you need to act step by step. Opposite each of the trunnions, you need to tear off the sash, pushing the trunnion behind the bar, and proceed to the next one only after the previous trunnion is fixed on the other side of the bar.

You can open it by pressing the fittings. Next, if everything was done correctly, the sash will open slightly. The next and final step is to turn the locking handle.

It should be noted

that all these methods are effective only if the window is equipped with standard fittings. But if the attackers are professionals, they can also break windows with Roko and Mako anti-burglary fittings.

Anti-burglary hardware

method number 3

Is it possible to open a plastic window from the outside by drilling? It turns out that it is possible, but in most cases only burglars resort to this method. If in the previous methods the damage to the window is minor scratches, then in this case everything is on a larger scale.

So, by drilling a hole with a pen or the same screwdriver, a window is opened. Of course, you will still get into the house this way, but your window structure will be damaged.

Jamming of a plastic balcony door is one of the most unpleasant breakdowns that can occur with this fairly reliable structure. It’s doubly unpleasant if the door jams when you go out onto the balcony in a light robe and slippers on your bare feet to bring some groceries from the balcony or just smoke. Most plastic door designs are not equipped with a balcony handle on the street side that covers the lock. Therefore, closing the door tightly behind you is quite problematic. This serves as some guarantee against getting stuck on the balcony.

Inverse problem

If a jammed door prevents access to the balcony from the apartment, opening it with a screwdriver or ruler is impossible. The sash has an overhang that will not allow the tool to be inserted between the leaf and the frame. But there is a way out in such a situation.

Hinges are usually mounted on the side of the room. If they are a simple structure, it is enough to knock out the studs to remove the door. You will need a metal punch, a screwdriver, needle-nose pliers and a hammer. Using a hammer, the axle is shifted from the main position, then, using a screwdriver and a hammer, it is brought out half the length and finally pulled out with pliers. As soon as all the hinges are freed, the door can be removed and the replacement or repair (reassembly and lubrication) of the lock can begin.

If the door was installed by unskilled workers, the hinges may be located outside. Then the only option left is to remove the glazing beads. You need to carefully remove the retaining elements and then the lower glass unit. Having gained access to the balcony to the incorrectly located fittings, all that remains is to act in the already known way.

In the most difficult situation, when both the hinges and beads are not on the side of the room, only the most radical option remains - to break the lower part. The cheapest repair will cost if you use a strong polymer insert instead of glass. However, it is worth thinking about installing the door according to all the rules, so as not to risk your own property.

Jamming due to misalignment or deformation

The balcony door may also jam due to its misalignment or deformation. If you have observed poor functioning of the handle for some time, creaking, or deformation of the seal in some places, then this may be a misalignment of the door leaf. This sometimes happens with a balcony door due to its heavy weight and constant use.

It is quite easy to adjust the skew with your own hands. To do this, you first need to determine in which direction the skew is going. When the door is jammed and there is no way to open it, visually assess which direction it is skewed. If the door can be opened, at least a little, it is easier to identify the distortion. When closed, you need to outline the door with a pencil; when you open it, you can determine from the outline in which direction it has moved.

The front of the work when correcting the distortion will take place in the hinged hinges of the structure, so first you need to remove the plugs protecting them. If the door is skewed horizontally, then it is enough to lightly tighten the hinge screw, and then use a hex key to rotate the screw that is responsible for the horizontal plane to correct the door leaf.

If all of the above steps did not help to eliminate the problem, then most likely we are talking about deformation. Deformation may occur due to temperature changes or damage. The reason may also be poor installation or the materials from which the plastic door is made. It is quite difficult to correct the deformation on your own, so it is better to turn to specialists.

Prevention of breakdowns

To avoid a situation where a plastic structure causes trouble, you need to learn how to behave correctly with it. Let's consider a few main points:

You need to open and close doors with smooth, slow movements;
Do not jerk the door handle sharply;
periodically, at least twice a year, after wet seasons, you need to lubricate the moving parts of the doors;

Also, take the time to protect your balcony from sudden temperature changes.

Methods to open a balcony door from the inside or outside if the fittings are jammed. The funds are at hand necessary for this.

Results

If you find yourself in a difficult situation when a plastic door is jammed, the services of professionals are not always required. Having sensibly assessed the situation and found out the cause, you can cope with the problem on your own. But in order not to urgently solve difficult problems, it is best to avoid malfunctions.

There are very simple preventive actions for this:

Twice a year, all moving elements of the locking mechanism are treated with any lubricant;
The fittings are regularly cleaned of dirt and dust. This will prevent foreign objects from entering its moving parts;
Use the door correctly. Its movement should occur smoothly, without jerking;
First, the movement of the handle is completed and only after that the sash opens;
You cannot lean your elbows on the handle or hang bags on it;
Regularly check the door position for misalignment and, if necessary, make adjustments.

When these simple rules are constantly followed, the plastic door will no longer cause trouble. With proper care and respect, this structure can last for many years without requiring any repairs.

How to open a plastic balcony door from the outside if you stay on the balcony

Finding yourself closed from the street when you have no idea how to open the plastic balcony door from the outside is unpleasant and even unsafe if the balcony is not insulated and the weather is not conducive to walking in your home clothes. Owners of plastic windows and doors of an old standard that are not equipped with a handle for outside use are not insured against similar incidents.

The absence of additional fittings is a feature of the most common models of PVC windows and balcony doors. What to do in such cases and what are the current methods of getting home without harm to the structure of windows and doors? There are options, and anyone whose balcony door is not equipped with a double-sided handle should take note of them.

A few recommendations

All of these tips on how to open a door lock without a key should only be tried if there is an emergency, a truly urgent situation - such as a person stuck on a balcony, it is winter, and the door cannot be closed - and the room is cold, or it is evening time, I need to get out the door urgently. In all other cases, it is better to contact a special center for servicing plastic structures, preferably the one where this product was purchased, especially if the product is under warranty.

Specialists will quickly, professionally, and without harm to the product fix the breakdown, possibly without unnecessary financial costs. In addition, such repairs may be included in the warranty service, or there is a chance to receive qualified advice on eliminating and preventing further breakdowns and long-term functionality of the metal-plastic door.

Entrance door

A jammed interior door is a nuisance, but we can solve the problem, there is a wide range of options and time, unless, of course, a frightened child is screaming behind the structure. But what to do if there are problems with the metal product and the reinforced lock of the front door. The question of how to open an iron door using improvised means is quite difficult. First of all, you need to eliminate panic and try all the safe options without financial or health losses.

Each problem has an individual approach. If the key is lost or broken, then how to open the product without a key is a pressing question. The “skillful hands” or “do it yourself” option from scrap materials is almost impossible. Regardless of the complexity of the lock, professional tools are needed. To open a padlock, which is very rarely used for the front door of a residential building, a crowbar and the strength of a burglar or a metal file are enough.

If the lock is internal, you need a screwdriver, hammer, chisel, drill, or everything can be replaced with a set of master keys. First of all, you need to remove the decorative trim around the lock, knock out or drill out the lock cylinder, and only then is it possible to open the door. In any case, you need to be prepared for the fact that as a result of all the measures taken to open the door, replacing the lock is inevitable, and this is the simplest option; it is more difficult if you have to change a door that has been removed from its hinges or knocked out of the door frame.

The key is broken

The key broke in the lock hole. In this situation, you need to remember the main rule - do not push the fragment remaining in the lock deeper. You can always find improvised tools in your pockets, purse, or from your neighbors to carefully remove the debris. A nail file, pliers, a thin file, a jigsaw file, an awl, and, in extreme cases, straighten the ring from a bunch of keys are suitable. The extraction process is delicate and can take a long time. The main thing is to remember not to damage the lock, which can later be opened with a spare key or a copy of the key, urgently made from debris in the nearest workshop.

Lost key

The key is lost, and there is no possibility that neighbors or relatives have a duplicate. The question of how to open a structure without a key is not so easy to solve; it all depends on the type of lock. The better the quality of the lock, the more degrees of protection the locking mechanism has, and without special dexterity, skill, or experience, it cannot be opened. In this case, turning to professionals is inevitable. If the lock is simpler, then there are options to open it, and there are two main ways. The first method is to knock out the lock cylinder with a hammer or improvised tools.

It is enough to hit harder, and if the lock is not reinforced, it will easily break - the cylinder along with the cracker, remove the screw and open the lock - a matter of technique, bent with a knitting needle or wire. The second method is to drill out the secret itself, and as a result the lock will open with any flat object of suitable size. As a result of such simple operations - the lock is broken, the door is open, and in the near future - a trip to the hardware store for a new lock.

Lack of tools

It is impossible to open the product without a key due to the lack of tools or skills, and the front door is non-metallic. The solution in this case is to knock down the door. If the door opens inward, then knocking the door down is faster and easier than fiddling around with master keys or even tools without the slightest idea about the design of the lock. The main thing you need to know in the process of knocking down a door is that the blow needs to be targeted and sharp, near the keyhole.

Various shapes

A so-called master key made from scrap materials will only be needed if the structure of the lock and the principle of its operation are known. This should include:

Cylinder lock. Intelligent methods for opening such locks yield little results, given the great secrecy of such locking devices. Although, if you have knowledge about the structure of the lock, experience, a paper clip and a thin screwdriver with a curved tip, a positive result can be achieved with due diligence. By performing certain actions with a tool (a paperclip as a master key, a screwdriver as a roll), you can try to open the lock. The main task is to insert the hook into the lock hole in the right way, placing the secret in the correct position, placing the fonts one by one. In this case, you can focus on the sounds made when turning the pins, visually assessing the result. The process is long and almost impossible without practice.

Pin type lock with a cross shape for the key. You need a thin Phillips screwdriver. This type of lock has a rather weak core. Just insert a screwdriver into the keyhole and turn it sharply. The lock is broken, but still open. The result has been achieved.

Lock with English key. A wire, paper clip, or hairpin are suitable for opening this simplest lock. The materials at hand must be metal and not bend during manipulation. Prepare a couple of paper clips properly. We bend the working ends of one at an angle of ninety degrees, and in the other paper clip we wrap the end in the shape of a crochet hook. And then it’s a matter of technique, or technical movements. We insert one paperclip into the upper part of the lock well and lift it in the direction of turning the key; the cylindrical part of the lock will rotate during this action. We insert the second paperclip into the lower part of the lock and make circular movements, the main task of which is to lift all the pins one by one. With a little skill and time, the lock will open with ease.

Lever key lock. To break such a lock, you will need any lever key and a thin wire or paper clip bent at a right angle. We insert the workpiece into the keyhole and lift the levers one by one. When they are all raised, just turn the key and the lock is open. The only exception in this case is the butterfly key. Using it will not give the desired result.

Finnish castles. It is so difficult to open such a lock using available materials that it is much easier to completely open it and remove the insides by carefully removing the lid. Further manipulations using a screwdriver are completely simple, and as a result, the lock is open.

You need to objectively assess the situation, your strengths and capabilities, and if such a task as breaking a door yourself or using improvised tools is impossible, then it is better to turn to professionals, the Ministry of Emergency Situations or a service specializing in such issues. Fortunately, such services, as a rule, work around the clock and will come to the aid of those in a difficult situation at any time.

What to do if the balcony door does not open

Finding yourself closed from the street when you have no idea how to open the plastic balcony door from the outside is unpleasant and even dangerous if the balcony is not insulated and the weather is not conducive to walking in home clothes. Owners of old-style plastic windows and doors that are not equipped with a handle for outside use are not insured against such incidents.

The absence of additional fittings is a feature of the simplest models of PVC windows and balcony doors. What to do in such cases and what effective ways are there to get home without damaging the structure of windows and doors? There are options, and anyone whose balcony door is not equipped with a double-sided handle should take note of them.

Why doors jam: main reasons

First, let's figure out why the balcony door of a balcony or loggia, which was working properly before, does not open. There may be several reasons. One of them is careless handling. Sudden movements on a plastic balcony door can lead to the opposite effect - the latch mechanism will not work correctly and the exit will be blocked.

Malfunctions of the components can also affect the door malfunction. So, for example, the reason is:

in malfunctions of the lock mechanism when opening the door in the “ventilation” mode;
the handle is broken;
in a distorted structure;
in freezing of the system due to condensate formed between the box and the seal.

The listed faults are not critical. As soon as you can determine the reason for the jamming of the blade, you should try to gently return it to the “open” position

It is important at such moments to remain patient and not panic, trying to break the product. A broken balcony door will add hassle and cost to repair and replacement.

Ruler for unlocking a balcony door - how to use?

If you don’t have a set of tools, a knife or a hacksaw when the balcony door jams on your loggia or balcony, but you can use a metal ruler, it’s worth trying to get out with it.

Just as in the case of the sharp objects listed above, you can use a ruler to pick up and pull down the blade latch. Actions must be careful, without haste, with respect for the construction material. The plastic is flexible enough so the ruler can reach the target.

If you can’t open the latch with a ruler, for example, when the reason for the jamming is not in the lock, you should try an effective and delicate method of unscrewing the door hinges. It will be easier to complete the task if you know their structure. Typically, a balcony door hinge is a metal insert with fasteners, a frame part and a spacer sleeve.

By adjusting the composite hinges, even when the door is stuck, you can move the door slightly in the desired direction.

Important: most often the screws of the door leaf are disguised with decorative overlays

Preventive actions

As a rule, it is better to avoid faulty door units than to not think about how to fix them later. Therefore, it is recommended to monitor the correct operation of the door throughout its entire service life. This does not require a lot of time or any professional skills.

Basic measures for caring for PVC doors:

If you comply with all the listed operating requirements for metal-plastic blocks, the structure will last long enough without the need for repairs.

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