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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as difficult as you might imagine. It is essential to verify that the arrow on the hinges are facing the correct way and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the opening frame.

There are a few different kinds of hinges that you can pick from, each one with distinctive characteristics. This article will go over some of the most commonly used uPVC hinges, as well as their benefits.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These are a great choice to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety window since they open up to a full 90-degree angle. They can be disengaged to an easy-clean position that allows you to see the outside of windows without having to climb ladders or lean at risky angles.

These heavy duty egress hinges are made by Yale, one of the most known and trusted home security brands available today. These hinges are suitable for any kind of uPVC side hung window. By pressing a small button the window sash will be moved to the side and then into the position that is easy to clean. Once closed, the window sash will be returned to its original 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 your needs.

These hinges are compatible with traditional side-hung frames made from aluminum or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows easier and reduces the chances of a mistaken closing in strong winds. They have been tested to over 30000 cycles and comply with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.

With no buttons or catches the Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple to use and provides a simple solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. Use the hinge retention clip located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open both the top and bottom catches which will allow you to slide the sash to the easy-cleaning position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to return the hinges to their original position.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges (also called "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows that open sideways for fire safety reasons. They allow for more space in the event of a fire. Building regulations require that this type of hinge has to be set in any space that is habitable and has windows.

They have an exclusive friction stay that opens the window to an angle of 90 degrees. It also allows the opening sash to slide across the glass when it is open to make it easy to clean the exterior side of the glass without having to use ladders. The hinges have no fiddly catch or buttons and are operated by a simple, secure lever that is accessible from inside the home.

The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restrictor for day-to-day use that can be reverted with a hidden button providing you with peace of mind that your children won't accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.

Take a measurement of the length of the existing side-hung window hinge, which is fixed to the frame. (See the guide for measuring the length of upvc window hinges). Choose the proper size hinge from the list below.

Please note that this measurement is taken at the double glazing hinge repairs near me's part that connects to the frame, not the sash. The actual length of the hinge may be shorter or longer depending on the way your old windows were manufactured. When choosing the width of your hinge most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height. However, should your old frame is 17mm wide, you should select the option that fits this. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. The hinges are available in two different directions (1 left and one right). Screws are not included with the hinges. If required, these can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. They are specially designed to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function smoothly for a longer time. They come with a lower friction design and an enhanced weather seal, which includes caps made of nylon.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window completely. The restricted child safety friction hinges are a solution to this problem and provide a solution for situations where ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in the case of fire isn't possible. They limit the possibility of opening the sash, and permit the override of this restriction by pressing an appropriate button. They work with both side- and top-hung windows. They are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the characteristics of a standard restrictor as well as a fire escape hinge to offer an effective and simple way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side-hung tilt and turn window hinge covers top opening uPVC windows and is available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is supplied in a pair, where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other free, allowing one to be fitted at the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.

These uPVC restrictive hinges have been tested to BS6375 part 2. They are intended for use on a pvc window hinges that cannot be opened fully like a small child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts the amount the sash is able to open to a safety position of 100mm and re-engages once the window is closed.

These uPVC hinges with friction can be used with any type of windows. They are especially useful for windows that are difficult to reach, like those in three-storey homes or those which would require ladders. They can be complemented with our selection of security enhancements such as hinge guards and protection plates, or dog bolts to provide PAS 24 performance.

It is important to measure the hinge on your current window to be able to find replacements that are the same size. The easiest way to accomplish this is by looking at the hinge in the image gallery and working out the location you would like it to be. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides and the side-hung hinges are only restricted on one side.

Standard Hinge

A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to decrease friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay them out flat and align a quarter 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 to 5/8 inch.

The hinge you choose can enhance or break the look of your door. Matching the style and finish of the hinges to your door will create an attractive and well-integrated design.