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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as complicated as you may think. It is crucial to ensure that the arrows on the hinges are facing the correct way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.

There are many different kinds of hinges, each with its distinctive characteristics. This article will discuss the most popular upvc doors hinges hinges, and their benefits.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

They are an excellent choice to replace or upgrade windows for fire escapes since they are able to open at a 90-degree angle. They can be closed 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 popular and respected home security brands available today. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side hung window. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash will be moved to the side and into the easy-cleaning position. After closing, 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 choose the right product for your window.

These hinges are designed to work in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame that is made of aluminium or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window simpler and less likely of closing the window accidentally during severe winds. They have been cycle tested to more than 30000 cycles and are in compliance with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.

Without buttons or catches, The Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple to operate and provides a simple solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, and then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches, allowing you to move the sash into the easy-clean position. Once in the easy-clean position close the window to reset the hinges to their original position.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows for egress (fire safety) reasons. These hinges permit more space in the event of a fire. The building regulations state that this kind of hinge should be placed in any space that is habitable and has a window.

The windows feature a friction stay that allows the windows to open up to a 90-degree angle. They also allow the opening sash to slide across the glass when it's opened and allows for simple cleaning without the need 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 produced in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety limiter for day to day use that can be overridden by a hidden button, providing you with peace of mind that your children will not accidentally open the door too far. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.

To order these hinges, simply take a measurement of the length of your current side-hung window hinge which is fixed to the frame (see the guide on 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 and not the sash, the actual hinge length could be shorter or longer based on the manufacturer of your old windows. Also, when selecting the size of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height. However, should your old frame has 17mm, then select the option for this. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges come handed (1 left and 1 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 are specially designed to improve the performance of your hinges that allow them to run smoothly for a longer time. They feature a less friction design and a better weather seal, with a brand new nylon reducer end cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window fully. These restricted child safety friction hinges help to overcome this issue and provide a solution when ventilation is required but access to clean up or escape in case of fire isn't possible. They work by restricting the amount of sash that can open and allow the override of this restriction with the push of a button. They work with both side and top-hung windows and are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the characteristics of a standard restrictor and a fire escape hinge to offer an effective and simple way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side-hung and top opening uPVC windows and is available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available in two pieces with one hinge being the restricted egress, and the other the unrestricted. This lets one hinge be installed at the bottom while the other is installed on top.

These replacing upvc window hinges hinges are made to be used with windows that cannot be fully opened, like the bedroom of a child. The mechanism restricts the distance the sash can open to an appropriate height of 100mm and then re-engages when 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 hard to reach, like those in three-storey homes or those which would require a ladder. They can be paired by our security enhancements such as hinge guard 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 method to do this is to look at the hinge in the gallery and working out where you want it to be. Top-hung hinges are limited to both sides and side hung hinges are restricted on one side.

Standard hinge repair plate

A standard hinge is made of metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional components to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and is also fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay them out flat and place a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime fits better, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded by 5/8 inch.

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