Door roller catches are the perfect alternative to mortice latches. Mortice latches require a door handle to retract the latch, while roller catches only require you to pull or push the door to open it. Roller catches are ideal to be used on kitchen cabinets and cupboard doors, built-in wardrobe doors, or any other door which uses a push or pull handle.
Adjustable roller catches feature an easy to adjust catch with a screwdriver. An opening on one side of the roller allows you to adjust the catch projection to either reduce it or to extend it. Adjustable roller catches are very helpful when there is a considerable gap between the door and the door frame.
At Ironmongery Experts, we have available a wide range of styles and sizes of door catches for you to choose from. For this reason, matching your own home décor is easy. Additionally, we supply magnetic catches which ensure internal doors and cupboard doors remain shut and close gently.
Our best-selling roller catch is the heavy-duty satin stainless steel adjustable roller catch, which is perfect to keep a variety of doors and drawers closed to prevent them from popping open. This catch is easy to install and adjust with a screwdriver; and will match other stainless steel or chrome door furniture for an overall neater and tidy appearance. Continue reading our guide below to learn how to install a roller catch.
Materials
- Drill
- Roller Catch
- Screws
- Pencil
- Tape
- Spirit level
Instructions
Step 1. With a pencil mark the location you want the catch to be attached to the door. Use a spirit level to ensure that the catch is perfectly level. Then, use a pencil to mark the corners and screw holes.
Step 2. Drill a hole in the door for the body of the catch and for the screw holes. Insert the catch and make sure it’s in line with the screw holes. Check that the catch is perfectly level again, once the screws have been securely fitted.
Step 3. With the help of a tape measure and spirit level fit the catch keep, also known as the strike plate, opposite to where the roller catch is. Mark the screw holes with a pencil and make sure that the catch keep lines-up with the catch properly. Then, drill the screws in the screw holes. (Note: if you are replacing your old door catch, remember to remove the old catch keep from the door as well before closing the door. Otherwise, you could have trouble getting out).
Step 4. Push the door gently to check the compression of the catch. If the catch is hitting the catch keep and not closing, you’ll have to adjust it and reduce the catch projection. Once you’ve done this, and the door is closing fine - you’re done!
In case you have any enquiries regarding our roller catches or any other ironmongery product, feel free to contact us on 01376 557 561 or email us at info@ironmongeryexperts.co.uk.
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