Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

Selecting and fitting upvc windows replacement hinges for upvc windows hinges isn't as difficult as you might imagine. Check that the hinges' arrows face in the correct direction, and then measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the opening frame (13mm or 17mm).

There are many different kinds of hinges, each with their distinct characteristics. This article will review the most popular uPVC hinges, as well as their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

They are a great choice to replace or upgrade windows for fire escapes, as they are able to open at a 90-degree angle. They can be disengaged to an easy-clean position, allowing you to access the windows' exterior without the need to climb ladders or lean at dangerous angles.

These heavy duty egress hinges are made by Yale one of the most known and trusted home security brands on the market today. These hinges can be used with any kind of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button, the window sash will be slid to the side, and then into the clean position. Once closed, the sash will automatically return to its initial position.

They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Make use of our Egress Selection Guide to help you determine the best product for your window.

The hinges are designed to be used with a standard side-hung frame which is made of aluminum or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window easier and reduces the chances of a mistaken closing in high winds. They have been tested for over thirty thousand cycles, and they are compliant with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

Without buttons or catches, The Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and provides a simple solution for emergency egress and safe cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip that is located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open both the catches on the top and bottom 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 position.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows with side openings for fire safety reasons. These types of window hinges open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow an open space to escape in the event of an emergency fire. This kind of hinge is a legal requirement in any habitable room that has windows, as required by building regulations.

The windows have the benefit of a friction stop that allows them to open to 90 degrees. They also allow the opening sash slide across the glass when it's opened which allows for easy cleaning without the need to use ladders. The hinges do not have buttons or catches, and are operated by a simple, safe lever that is accessible from inside the home.

The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety limiter for day to day use that can be reverted with a hidden button, giving you peace of mind that your children will not accidentally open the fix loose door hinge too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.

To purchase these hinges, measure the length of your current side hung window hinge that fixes to the frame (see the guide on measuring your upvc window hinges). Choose the proper size hinge below.

Please note that this measurement is taken at the part of the hinge that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual length of the hinge can be longer or shorter depending on the way your windows were made in the past. When choosing the width of your hinge, most windows made of upvc will have 13mm stack height, however should your old frame is 17mm wide, you should select the option to use this. You can also utilize the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges come in two different directions (1 left and one right). Screws aren't included with the hinges. If needed, they can be purchased separately. Our window repair screws made of upvc are highly recommended. These screws are designed to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to operate effortlessly for a longer. They feature a design with reduced friction and a heightened weather seal that includes caps made of nylon.

Restricted Hinge

There are instances when a window needs to open fully and this can be a problem using a standard hinge. These child safety friction hinges are a great solution to this issue. They can be used in situations where ventilation is needed but cleaning or escape from an fire isn't possible. They restrict the amount of opening the sash and allow overriding this restriction by pressing a button. They work with both top and side hung windows. They are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge combines the features of a standard restrictor with a fire escape hinge to provide an efficient and simple method to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights and can be used for the top and side openings of uPVC window. It comes in two pieces that has one hinge which is the restricted egress, and the other the unrestricted. This lets one hinge be installed at the bottom and the other is set at the top.

These uPVC restricting hinges have been tested to BS6375 part 2. They are intended to be used on windows that cannot be opened fully such as a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits how far the sash opens up to a safe position of 100mm and then it re-engages after the window hinges replacement is closed.

As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on all styles of windows and are suitable for hard to reach windows above the ground, three-storey flats or those that typically require a ladder to access them. These can be enhanced with our range security enhancements, such as hinge guard protection plate or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.

It is important to measure the hinges on your window in order to get replacements that are the same size. The easiest method to do this is by viewing the hinge in the image gallery and working out the best place for it to be placed. Top-hung hinges are limited on both sides and the side hung hinges are restricted on one side.

Standard Hinge

A standard hinge is made of metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and also has a fire rating. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge, lay it flat and align with a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.

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