Can the cylinder on an aluminium door be changed?

Call usMessage us on WhatsApp in your language

Yes. Most aluminium and uPVC doors have a European profile cylinder, just like a wooden door, and it is changed without any problem.

The difference is the size. As the profile of these doors is narrow, their cylinders are usually short, and sometimes offset, with one side longer than the other. It has to be measured carefully so it does not stick out, because on an aluminium door a protruding cylinder is even easier to attack.

You can also take the chance to fit one with more protection. And if the door opens onto a terrace or a garden, it should stand up well to damp and salt air.

Send us a photo of the edge of the door, showing the cylinder screw, and we will tell you what size it takes. More in cylinder replacement.

The service that solves it

Lock cylinder replacement in Torrevieja

Made to measure lock cylinder replacement for lost or stolen keys, buying a home, a change of tenant or wear from the salt air.

Related terms

Other questions on this topic

Should I change the lock cylinder when I buy a home?

It is not compulsory, but it is the most advisable thing: you do not know how many copies there are or who has them. With a new cylinder, only you have a key. Read the full answer

Does salt air damage lock cylinders?

Yes. Salt and damp in the air seize the cylinder and corrode its parts. Cleaning it, lubricating it properly and choosing a resistant cylinder helps a lot. Read the full answer

Back to

Lock cylinders

Everything people usually ask about the lock cylinder: when to change it, how to measure it, what protection it has and how to look after it on the coast.

Need a locksmith you can trust?

Spanish locksmiths from Torrevieja, born and raised here. You get a fixed quote before we start.

Call usMessage us on WhatsApp in your language
CallWhatsApp