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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
It's not as difficult as it may appear to choose and install upvc replacement hinges. Check that the hinges' arrows face the right way and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame that opens (13mm or17mm).
There are several kinds of hinges to pick from, each with unique characteristics. This article will review the most common types of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading the fire escape safety window because they open at a full 90-degree angle. They can also be disengaged to an easy clean position to allow you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
These heavy duty egress hinges are made by Yale, one of the most popular and reliable home security brands available today. They can be used with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. They can be moved to the easy-clean position by pressing the small button and sliding the window sash over to one side. Once closed, the window sash will revert to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Use our Egress Selection Guide to help you select the best product for your window hinge repair near me.
The hinges are designed to work with standard side-hung frames, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows simpler and less likely of closing the window accidentally during strong winds. They have been cycle tested to over 30,000 cycles and are compliant 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 offers a practical solution for emergency egress and safe cleaning. First, open the door to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip located on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release the top and bottom catches which will allow you to slide the sash back into the clean position. Close the window once you are in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges commonly referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace window Hinges side opening windows for escape (fire safety) reasons. They allow for a larger opening in the event of a fire. This kind of hinge is required in any room that has windows, as required by building regulations.
They have a unique friction stay that allows the window to open at an angle of 90 degrees. It allows the opening sash to slide across the glass when it is open for easy cleaning of the external side of the glass window accessories friction stay hinge without needing to climb ladders. The hinges are simple to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catchers. They can be operated from inside of the house with a safe, simple lever.
The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety restrictor for day to day use which can be turned off with a hidden button, giving you peace of thought that your children won't accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
Measure the length of the side-hung window hinge, which is fixed to the frame. (See the guide for measuring the length of upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.
Note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's part that is attached to the frame and not the sash. The actual length of the hinge can be longer or shorter depending on how to measure window hinges your windows were made in the past. Also, when selecting the size of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height but should your window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. Alternately, you can install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges are in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. They can be purchased separately if needed. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function efficiently for a longer. They come with a lower friction design and an enhanced weather seal, which includes caps made of nylon.
Restricted Hinge
There are instances when a window needs to completely open, and this can be a problem with hinges that are standard. These child safety friction hinges are a great solution to this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required but cleaning or escape from a fire is not feasible. They work by restricting the amount the sash can open and allowing the to override this restriction by pressing the push of a button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used for both side and top hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge blends the advantages of a standard restrictor and a fire escape hinge to provide an efficient and simple method to comply with building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. It comes in two pieces, with one hinge being the one that is restricted for egress, and the other the unrestricted. This allows one to be installed at the bottom and the other hinge is placed on top.
These uPVC hinges are made to be used with windows that aren't able to be fully opened, like bedrooms for children. The mechanism limits the extent to which the sash is able to open to a safety position of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is closed.
Like the other types of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on any type of window and are perfect for difficult to access windows above the ground three-storey flats, or those that would normally require a ladder for access to them. These can be enhanced with our range security enhancements, like hinge guards, or dog bolts, in order to achieve PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is essential to determine the length of the current hinge so you can purchase replacements that are similar in size. The easiest way to accomplish this is by looking at the hinge in the gallery and working out the location you would like it to be placed. The top hung hinges can only be positioned on one side, whereas the side-hung hinges can only be positioned on one side.
Standard Hinge
Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and do not require any additional components to reduce friction. It is available in many finishes and also comes with an NFPA-certified fire rating. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and line up the quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug than the quarter, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The hinge you choose can enhance or break the appearance of your door. Achieving the same style and design of your hinges with your door will give it a cohesive and attractive design.
It's not as difficult as it may appear to choose and install upvc replacement hinges. Check that the hinges' arrows face the right way and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame that opens (13mm or17mm).There are several kinds of hinges to pick from, each with unique characteristics. This article will review the most common types of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading the fire escape safety window because they open at a full 90-degree angle. They can also be disengaged to an easy clean position to allow you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
These heavy duty egress hinges are made by Yale, one of the most popular and reliable home security brands available today. They can be used with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. They can be moved to the easy-clean position by pressing the small button and sliding the window sash over to one side. Once closed, the window sash will revert to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Use our Egress Selection Guide to help you select the best product for your window hinge repair near me.
The hinges are designed to work with standard side-hung frames, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows simpler and less likely of closing the window accidentally during strong winds. They have been cycle tested to over 30,000 cycles and are compliant 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 offers a practical solution for emergency egress and safe cleaning. First, open the door to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip located on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release the top and bottom catches which will allow you to slide the sash back into the clean position. Close the window once you are in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges commonly referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace window Hinges side opening windows for escape (fire safety) reasons. They allow for a larger opening in the event of a fire. This kind of hinge is required in any room that has windows, as required by building regulations.
They have a unique friction stay that allows the window to open at an angle of 90 degrees. It allows the opening sash to slide across the glass when it is open for easy cleaning of the external side of the glass window accessories friction stay hinge without needing to climb ladders. The hinges are simple to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catchers. They can be operated from inside of the house with a safe, simple lever.
The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety restrictor for day to day use which can be turned off with a hidden button, giving you peace of thought that your children won't accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
Measure the length of the side-hung window hinge, which is fixed to the frame. (See the guide for measuring the length of upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.
Note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's part that is attached to the frame and not the sash. The actual length of the hinge can be longer or shorter depending on how to measure window hinges your windows were made in the past. Also, when selecting the size of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height but should your window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. Alternately, you can install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges are in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. They can be purchased separately if needed. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function efficiently for a longer. They come with a lower friction design and an enhanced weather seal, which includes caps made of nylon.
Restricted Hinge
There are instances when a window needs to completely open, and this can be a problem with hinges that are standard. These child safety friction hinges are a great solution to this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required but cleaning or escape from a fire is not feasible. They work by restricting the amount the sash can open and allowing the to override this restriction by pressing the push of a button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used for both side and top hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge blends the advantages of a standard restrictor and a fire escape hinge to provide an efficient and simple method to comply with building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. It comes in two pieces, with one hinge being the one that is restricted for egress, and the other the unrestricted. This allows one to be installed at the bottom and the other hinge is placed on top.
These uPVC hinges are made to be used with windows that aren't able to be fully opened, like bedrooms for children. The mechanism limits the extent to which the sash is able to open to a safety position of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is closed.
Like the other types of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on any type of window and are perfect for difficult to access windows above the ground three-storey flats, or those that would normally require a ladder for access to them. These can be enhanced with our range security enhancements, like hinge guards, or dog bolts, in order to achieve PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is essential to determine the length of the current hinge so you can purchase replacements that are similar in size. The easiest way to accomplish this is by looking at the hinge in the gallery and working out the location you would like it to be placed. The top hung hinges can only be positioned on one side, whereas the side-hung hinges can only be positioned on one side.
Standard Hinge
Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and do not require any additional components to reduce friction. It is available in many finishes and also comes with an NFPA-certified fire rating. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and line up the quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug than the quarter, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The hinge you choose can enhance or break the appearance of your door. Achieving the same style and design of your hinges with your door will give it a cohesive and attractive design. 