Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

It's not as difficult as it could appear to choose and install Upvc replacement hinges. It is crucial to ensure that the arrows on the hinges are facing the right way and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm that is on the opening frame.

There are several types of hinges to choose from, each with unique characteristics. This article will review the most popular kinds of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These are a great choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape safety windows because they can open to a full 90-degree angle. They can also be lowered to an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing an overhang or climb a ladder at potentially dangerous angles.

Yale is one of the most trusted and well-known brands in the home security industry. These hinges are compatible with any kind of uPVC side-hung window. They can be moved into the easy-to-clean position by pressing in the small button and moving the window sash to one side. Once closed, the sash will automatically return to its initial position.

Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Based on the size of your window we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for you.

These hinges can be fitted to standard side-hung frames made of aluminium or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of closing the window accidentally during strong winds. They have been tested to more than 30000 cycles and are in compliance with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.

The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to operate and has no buttons or catches. It is a simple and safe option for emergency exits and cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, and then press the hinge retaining clip located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches and allow you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window hinges replacement when you have the sash in an easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows with side openings to protect against fire. These types of window double glazed hinges open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow a large clear opening to escape in the case of an incident of fire. Building regulations require that this type of hinge should be placed in any space that is habitable and has windows.

They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to open at an angle of 90 degrees. It also allows the opening sash to slide across when open for easy cleaning of the exterior side of the glass, without having to use ladders. The hinges are easy to operate and do not have complicated buttons or catches. They can be operated from inside of the house using a safe, simple lever.

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

To order these hinges, simply take a measurement of the length of your existing side-hung window hinge which fixes to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring your upvc window hinges). Choose the proper size hinge from the list below.

Be aware that the measurement is taken from the part that is fixed to the frame not the sash. The real hinge length may be slightly longer or shorter depending on the manufacturing process of your old windows. When choosing the size of the hinge, the majority of frames made of upvc can accommodate with a height of 13mm, but if your old window frame measures 17mm, choose this option. You can also opt for the 4mm packer to compensate for the difference. All hinges come in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges do not come with screws. These can be bought separately if you require. Our upvc window repair screws are recommended. They are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function smoothly for a longer time. They have a lower friction design and a better weather seal, with a brand new nylon reducer end cap.

Restricted Hinge

There are occasions when windows must completely open, and this can be a challenge with hinges that are standard. These child safety hinges can help overcome this issue and offer a fantastic solution for situations where ventilation is required but access to clean up or escape in case of fire is not feasible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash and allow for the bypass of this restriction by pressing an appropriate button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. They are suitable for top and side-hung windows.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the benefits of a standard restrictor and an escape pivot to provide a simple but effective way to comply with building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used on the top and side openings of uPVC window. It is available in two parts, with one hinge being the one with restricted egress and the other the unrestricted. This permits one hinge to be installed at the bottom while the other hinge is placed at the top.

These uPVC restrictive hinges have been tested to BS6375, part 2. They are intended to be used on windows that cannot be opened fully like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash opens to an appropriate height of 100mm, and re-engages once the window is shut.

Like the other types of uPVC friction hinges they can be installed on all styles of windows and are suitable for difficult to access windows above the ground level three-storey flats, or those that would normally require a ladder to access them. They can be improved with our range security features, including hinge guards, or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge, it is essential to determine the length of the existing hinge to ensure that you order replacements that match in size. This can be done by looking at the picture gallery of the hinge and then deciding where you would like it to be. Top hung hinges can be restricted to both sides and side-hung hinges are only restricted only on one side.

Standard Hinge

Standard hinges have metal-to-metal contacts and do not require any additional components to reduce friction. It comes in a variety of finishes and also comes with a fire rating. To determine the radius of your hinge lay it flat and line up 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 fits better, it's rounded by 5/8 inch.

The right hinge can determine the success or failure of the appearance of your door. It's important to match the style and finish of your fix loose door hinge with the hinges to create a unified design that is both functional and visually appealing.