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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

Selecting and fitting upvc windows hinges for replacement isn't as difficult as you might imagine. It is crucial to ensure that the arrows on the hinges is facing the right way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.

There are several kinds of hinges that you can pick from, each with unique features. This article will discuss some of the most commonly used uPVC hinges, as well as their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These are a great choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape safety window as they open to a full 90-degree angle. They can also be lowered to an easy clean position, allowing you to easily access the exterior of windows to clean them without having to climb an overhang or climb a ladder at potentially hazardous angles.

These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are made by Yale one of the most popular and respected home security brands on the market today. These hinges can be used with any kind of uPVC side hung window. They can be moved into the easy-clean position by pressing in an unassuming button, and then sliding the window sash over to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will be returned to its original position.

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

These hinges are compatible with standard side-hung frames made of uPVC, or aluminium. They come with an easy friction screw that can alter the amount of resistance that is generated. This allows for easier opening of the window and reduces the risk of a mishap during severe winds. They have been tested for more than 30,000 cycles, and comply with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to operate and has no buttons or catches. It offers a convenient and secure solution to emergency exit and cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, and then press the hinge retaining clip on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches which will allow you to move the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window once you have the sash 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. They allow for a larger opening in the event of fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge has to be set in any room that has windows.

They have an exclusive friction stay that allows the window hinge replacement to open at a 90 degree angle and also allows the sash opening to slide across when open to make it easy to clean the external side of the glass, without having to use ladders. The hinges have no fiddly buttons or catches, and are operated with a simple, secure lever that is accessible from the inside of your home.

The hinges, which are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and Cotswold, have a child safety restriction for every day use. It can be reverted by an invisible button. You'll have peace of assurance that your children will not accidentally open the windows too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.

To order these hinges simply measure the length of your current side-hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame (see the article on measuring your upvc window hinges). Select the correct size hinge below.

Please note that the measurement is taken from the part that is fixed to the frame not the sash. The real hinge length may be shorter or larger based on the manufacture of your old windows. When deciding on the size of the hinge, most frames made of upvc will have a stack height of 13mm however if your original window frame measures 17mm, you should select this option. Alternatively you can fit the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All hinges are supplied in pairs (1 left and 1 right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. They can be purchased separately if required. Our window repair screws made of upvc are recommended. These screws are designed to increase your hinges' performance and allow them to operate effortlessly for a longer. They have a lower friction design, and an improved weather seal, with a brand new nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

There are times windows need to open fully and this can be a challenge with hinges that are standard. The restricted child safety friction hinges help to overcome this problem and offer a fantastic solution when ventilation is required but access to clean up or escape in the event of fire is not feasible. They limit the possibility of opening the sash, and allow overriding this limitation by pressing an appropriate button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and are suitable for both top and side hung windows.

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 meet building regulations. It is suitable for side-hung and top opening uPVC windows and is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. It comes in two pieces that has one hinge which is the one with restricted egress and the other being the unrestricted. This permits one hinge to be installed at the bottom while the other is installed at the top.

These uPVC hinges are made to be used with windows that aren't able to be fully opened, such as the bedroom of a child. The mechanism limits the extent to which the sash is able to open to 100mm for safety and re-engages once the window is closed.

Like the other kinds of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on all types of windows and are perfect for hard to reach windows above the ground, three-storey flats or those that would normally require a ladder to reach them. They can be paired with our range of security enhancements like hinge guards, protection plates for hinges or dog bolts for PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge, it is important to measure the length of the existing hinge so you can purchase replacements that are similar in size. The easiest way to do this is to look at the hinge in the image gallery and working out the best place for it to be. The hinges that hang from the top can only be positioned on one side, while the side hung hinges can only be put on one side.

Standard Hinge

Standard hinges have metal-to-metal contacts and do not require any additional components to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and fire rated. To determine the radius of your hinge lay it flat and align a dime and quarter in two corners. If the dime fits better than the quarter, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fit better, it's rounded by 5/8 inch.

Glass-Replacement-150x150.jpgThe right hinge can determine the success or failure of the appearance of your door repair hinge. It's crucial to match the finish and style of your hinged door repairs with the hinges to create a unified look that's both functional and visually attractive.

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