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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
Selecting and fitting upvc windows replacement hinges isn't as complicated as you might imagine. It is essential to verify that the arrow on the hinges is facing the right way and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.
There are several types of hinges to choose from, each with distinct characteristics. This article will go over some of the most common uPVC hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great option to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety window since they open up to a full 90 degree angle. They can be disengaged to a 'easy-clean' position that allows you to see the windows' exterior without having to climb ladders or lean at risky angles.
These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are made by Yale one of the most known and reliable home security brands on the market today. They can be used with all kinds of upvc door hinge side-hung windows. They can be moved to the clean position by pressing the small button and moving the window sash to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will revert to its original position.
They are available in both 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Depending on the size of your window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which one is the best fit for your needs.
These hinges can be used with standard side-hung frames made of aluminium or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window simpler and less likely of accidental closing during strong winds. They have been cycle tested to more than 30,000 cycles and are compliant with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.
The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to use and doesn't have any buttons or catch. It offers a convenient and secure solution for emergency exits and cleaning. First, open the bi-fold door hinges to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will open both the bottom and top catches and allow you to move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Close the window when you are in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows for escape (fire safety) reasons. These hinges permit more space in the event of fire. This kind of hinge is a legal requirement in any habitable room with a window according to building regulations.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to be opened to a 90 degree angle and also allows the sash opening to slide across the glass when it is open to allow easy cleaning of the outside of the glass without needing to use ladders. The hinges are easy to operate and do not have complicated buttons or catch mechanisms. They can be operated from inside of the house with a safe, simple lever.
The hinges, made in the UK by Cotswold and Cotswold, have a child safety feature for daily use. This can be removed using a hidden button. You'll have peace of assurance that your children won't accidentally open the windows 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 that fixes to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Choose the right size hinge below.
Note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's part that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual hinge length can be longer or shorter depending on the way your windows were originally made. Also, when choosing the width of your hinge the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with a 13mm stack height but should your old window frame have 17mm then choose the option for this. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges come with two hands (1 left and one right). Screws are not included in the hinges. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. Our window repair window hinges screws made of upvc are highly recommended. These screws are designed to increase the performance of your hinges and allow them to work effortlessly for a longer. They come with a lower friction design and a heightened weather seal, which includes a nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window fully. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this problem and offer a fantastic solution when ventilation is needed but access to clean up or escape in the event of fire is not possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash and allow overriding this limitation by pressing a button. They work with both top and side hung windows and are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge blends the features of a standard restrictor and an escape hinge to provide an efficient and simple method to comply with building regulations. It is suitable for both side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available in two pieces with one hinge being the one with restricted egress and the other being the unrestricted. This lets one hinge 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 for use on a window that cannot be opened fully like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits how far the sash can open to a safe position of 100mm, and re-engages once the window is shut.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on all styles of windows and are suitable for difficult to access windows above ground level three-storey flats, or those that would normally require a ladder for access to them. They can be complemented by our security enhancements such as hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is essential to measure the length of the existing hinge so you can purchase replacements that are similar in size. This can be done by looking at the image gallery of the hinge and then deciding the best place to put it. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides, while side hung hinges are restricted to one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge has metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes, and is fire-rated. 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 and the corner is round by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
Selecting the right hinge can make or break your door's appearance. Matching the style and finish of your hinges to your door will give it an attractive and well-integrated appearance.
Selecting and fitting upvc windows replacement hinges isn't as complicated as you might imagine. It is essential to verify that the arrow on the hinges is facing the right way and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.There are several types of hinges to choose from, each with distinct characteristics. This article will go over some of the most common uPVC hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great option to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety window since they open up to a full 90 degree angle. They can be disengaged to a 'easy-clean' position that allows you to see the windows' exterior without having to climb ladders or lean at risky angles.
These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are made by Yale one of the most known and reliable home security brands on the market today. They can be used with all kinds of upvc door hinge side-hung windows. They can be moved to the clean position by pressing the small button and moving the window sash to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will revert to its original position.
They are available in both 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Depending on the size of your window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which one is the best fit for your needs.
These hinges can be used with standard side-hung frames made of aluminium or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window simpler and less likely of accidental closing during strong winds. They have been cycle tested to more than 30,000 cycles and are compliant with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.
The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to use and doesn't have any buttons or catch. It offers a convenient and secure solution for emergency exits and cleaning. First, open the bi-fold door hinges to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will open both the bottom and top catches and allow you to move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Close the window when you are in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows for escape (fire safety) reasons. These hinges permit more space in the event of fire. This kind of hinge is a legal requirement in any habitable room with a window according to building regulations.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to be opened to a 90 degree angle and also allows the sash opening to slide across the glass when it is open to allow easy cleaning of the outside of the glass without needing to use ladders. The hinges are easy to operate and do not have complicated buttons or catch mechanisms. They can be operated from inside of the house with a safe, simple lever.
The hinges, made in the UK by Cotswold and Cotswold, have a child safety feature for daily use. This can be removed using a hidden button. You'll have peace of assurance that your children won't accidentally open the windows 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 that fixes to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Choose the right size hinge below.
Note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's part that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual hinge length can be longer or shorter depending on the way your windows were originally made. Also, when choosing the width of your hinge the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with a 13mm stack height but should your old window frame have 17mm then choose the option for this. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges come with two hands (1 left and one right). Screws are not included in the hinges. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. Our window repair window hinges screws made of upvc are highly recommended. These screws are designed to increase the performance of your hinges and allow them to work effortlessly for a longer. They come with a lower friction design and a heightened weather seal, which includes a nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window fully. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this problem and offer a fantastic solution when ventilation is needed but access to clean up or escape in the event of fire is not possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash and allow overriding this limitation by pressing a button. They work with both top and side hung windows and are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge blends the features of a standard restrictor and an escape hinge to provide an efficient and simple method to comply with building regulations. It is suitable for both side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available in two pieces with one hinge being the one with restricted egress and the other being the unrestricted. This lets one hinge 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 for use on a window that cannot be opened fully like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits how far the sash can open to a safe position of 100mm, and re-engages once the window is shut.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on all styles of windows and are suitable for difficult to access windows above ground level three-storey flats, or those that would normally require a ladder for access to them. They can be complemented by our security enhancements such as hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is essential to measure the length of the existing hinge so you can purchase replacements that are similar in size. This can be done by looking at the image gallery of the hinge and then deciding the best place to put it. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides, while side hung hinges are restricted to one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge has metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes, and is fire-rated. 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 and the corner is round by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
Selecting the right hinge can make or break your door's appearance. Matching the style and finish of your hinges to your door will give it an attractive and well-integrated appearance.
