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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

It's not as difficult as it may seem to choose and fit the replacement hinges made of upvc. Make sure that the hinges' arrows are facing the correct direction and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the opening frame (13mm or17mm).

There are a few different kinds of hinges to pick from, each with distinct features. This article will review the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and the advantages they offer.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

They are a great option to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety windows since they open up to a full 90 degree angle. They can also be disengaged to an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily reach the outside of your windows to clean them without the need to climb on a ladder or lean over at potentially hazardous angles.

These heavy-duty egress hinges are made by Yale, one of the most popular and respected home security brands on the market today. These hinges can be used with any kind of uPVC side hung window. By pressing a small button, the window sash can be slid to the side and into the easy-cleaning position. When the sash is closed, it will automatically return to its initial position.

They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Based on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which product is best for you.

These hinges can be fitted to standard side-hung frames made of aluminum or uPVC. They are fitted with an easy friction screw that can alter the amount of resistance generated. This allows for easier opening of the window and reduces the possibility of an accidental closure in high winds. They have been tested for over 30,000 cycles, and comply with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to use and doesn't have any buttons or catches. It is a simple and safe solution for emergency exits and cleaning. Firstly, open the plastic window hinges to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will open both the top and bottom catches which will allow you to move the sash towards the easy-cleaning position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to reset the hinges back to their egress positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace windows that open sideways for escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of hinges open more wide and faster than normal hinges, allowing a large clear opening to escape in the event of an emergency fire. This type of hinge is a legal requirement in any living space that has a window, according to building regulations.

They feature an exclusive friction stay that allows the window to be opened to a 90 degree angle and also allows the opening sash to slide across when open for easy cleaning of the external side of the glass without having to climb ladders. The hinges have no fiddly catch or buttons and operate with a simple, safe lever that is accessible from the inside of your home.

The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety restraint for use throughout the day that can be reverted with a hidden button providing you with peace of mind that your children will not accidentally open the window too far. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.

Take a measurement of the length of the current side-hung window hinge that is attached to the frame. (See the guide for measuring the length of upvc window hinges). Then, select the appropriate size hinge from the selections below.

Please note that this measurement is taken from the hinge's point that is attached to the frame, not the sash. The actual hinge length can be longer or shorter dependent on how to replace upvc window hinges the windows were made in the past. Also, when choosing the size of your hinge, most windows made of upvc window hinge repair near me will have 13mm stack height, however should your window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. Alternatively you can fit the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All hinges come with two hands (1 left and one right). The hinges do not include screws. They can be purchased separately if required. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These are specially designed to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function smoothly for longer. They come with a lower friction design and an enhanced weather seal with an encapsulated nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window completely. These child safety friction hinges are a great solution to this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required but cleaning or escape from a fire is not feasible. They restrict the amount of opening the sash and allow for the bypass of this restriction by pressing an appropriate button. They can be used for top and side hung windows tilt and turn hinges for upvc windows come in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the advantages of the standard restrictor, as well as a fire escape pivot to provide a simple and efficient way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. It comes in two parts that has one hinge which is the restricted egress, and the other the unrestricted. This permits one hinge to be placed at the bottom, while the other is installed on top.

These Upvc window hinge Adjustment hinges are designed to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened, for instance the bedroom of a child. The mechanism restricts the amount the sash is able to open to the safety level of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is closed.

Like the other kinds of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on all types of windows and are suitable for hard to reach windows above the ground three-storey flats and windows that normally require a ladder for access to them. They can be upgraded with our range security features, including hinge guards and protection plates for the hinge or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.

It is important to measure your existing window hinge to be able to find replacements of the same size. This can be done by looking at the image gallery of the hinge before deciding where you would like it to be. The top hung hinges can only be put on one side, whereas the side hung hinges can only be put on one side.

Standard Hinge

Standard hinges feature metal-to-metal contacts and do not require any additional components to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and also has a fire rating. To determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and line up with a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug than the quarter, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fits better, it's rounded by 5/8 inch.

The right hinge can make or break your door's appearance. Achieving the same design and style of the hinges to your door will create a cohesive and attractive look.