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Choosing Upvc Window replacement upvc window hinges Hinges

It's not as difficult as it might appear to choose and install upvc replacement hinges. It is crucial to ensure that the arrow on the hinges is facing the correct way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the opening frame.

There are a few different kinds of hinges that you can pick from, each one with distinctive features. This article will focus on the most commonly used types of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.

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 into an 'easy clean' position to allow you to easily access the exterior of your windows to clean them without the need to climb a ladder or lean over at potentially hazardous angles.

These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are manufactured by Yale which is among the most popular and respected home security brands available today. They are suitable for all types of uPVC side-hung windows. They can be moved to the clean position by pressing the small button and sliding the window sash to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will return to its original position.

Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Utilize our Egress Selection Guide to help you choose the right product for your window.

These hinges can be fitted to standard side-hung frames made of upvc window hinge problems, or aluminium. They are equipped with an easy friction screw that can adjust the amount of resistance that is generated. This makes opening the window easier and reduces the chances of closing the window accidentally during high winds. They have been tested for more than 30000 cycles and are in compliance with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to use and has no buttons or catch. It is a simple and safe solution for emergency exits and cleaning. Press the hinge retention clip located in the inner corner of the bottom corner. This will release both the catches on the top and bottom allowing you move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Close the window once you are in the easy-cleaning position. This will reset the hinges to their egress positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace side-opening windows to ensure fire safety. These types of window hinges open more wide and faster than normal hinges, allowing a large clear opening to escape in the case of an incident of fire. This kind of hinge is required in any habitable room that has a window, as stipulated by building regulations.

They feature an exclusive friction stay that opens the window to 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when it is open to allow easy cleaning of the external side of the glass, without having to use ladders. The hinges are simple to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catchers. They can be operated from the 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 thought that your children will not accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.

Take a measurement of the length of the current side-hung window hinge that is attached to the frame. (See the article on measuring the length of upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.

Note that this measurement is taken at the part of the hinge that connects to the frame, not the sash. The actual length of the hinge could be shorter or longer dependent on how the windows were originally made. Also, when choosing the size of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height. However, should your old window frame have 17mm then choose the option that fits this. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All the hinges are supplied handed (1 left and one right). The hinges do not come with screws. If required, these can be purchased separately. Our window repair window hinges screws made of upvc are highly recommended. These are specially designed to improve the performance of your hinges, allowing them to operate efficiently for a longer. They have a lower friction design and an improved weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer end cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. These child safety friction hinges are a fantastic way to solve this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is needed but escaping or cleaning a fire is not feasible. They work by restricting the amount the sash can open and allowing the override of this restriction with an option. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. They can be used for both top and side hung windows.

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

These uPVC restricting hinges have been tested to BS6375, part 2. They are intended to be used on windows that isn't able to be fully opened, such as a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits how far the sash opens to 100mm in a safe distance and then it re-engages after the window is shut.

Like the other types of upvc window hinge problems friction hinges, these can be used on all types of windows and are perfect for difficult to reach windows above ground level, 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 and protection plates, or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge, it is important to measure the length of the current 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 deciding the best place to put it. Top-hung hinges are limited on both sides, while side hung hinges are restricted only on one side.

Standard Hinge

A standard hinge has metal-to-metal contact and no extra parts to reduce friction. It comes in a variety of finishes and also comes with an NFPA-certified fire rating. To quickly determine the radius of a hinge, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the quarter is more snug than the corner, then it should be round to 5/8 inches.

Replacement-Doors-300x200.jpgThe right hinge can determine the success or failure of the appearance of your door. Achieving the same design and style of your hinges to your door will give it an attractive and well-integrated appearance.

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