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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as difficult as you might imagine. It is essential to verify that the arrows on the hinges is facing the correct way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm that is on the opening frame.

There are several different types of hinges, each having their own unique features. This article will review some of the most common uPVC hinges and their benefits.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These are a great choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape safety window since they open up to a full 90-degree angle. They can also be lowered to an easy clean position so that you can easily reach the outside of your windows to clean them without climbing an overhang or climb a ladder at angles that could be dangerous.

These heavy duty egress hinges are manufactured by Yale, one of the most well-known and reliable home security brands available today. These hinges are compatible with any kind of uPVC side-hung window friction hinges. They can be moved into the easy-clean position by pressing the small button and sliding the window sash to one side. Once closed, the window sash will revert to its original position.

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

The hinges are designed to work with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium. They are fitted with a simple friction screw to alter the amount of resistance generated. This allows for easier opening of the window and reduces the chance of an accidental closure in severe winds. They have been tested for over 30,000 cycles, and comply with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

With no buttons or catches the Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and provides a simple solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip that is located on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into an easy-clean position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to return the hinges to their egress position.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges commonly referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows to allow escape (fire safety) reasons. These hinges permit more space in the event of a fire. This type of hinge is required in any room that has windows, as required by building regulations.

The windows have a friction stay that allows them to open at 90 degrees. They also let the opening sash to slide over the glass when it is opened which allows for easy cleaning without the need to use ladders. The hinges are simple to operate and do not have complicated buttons or catch mechanisms. They can be operated from the inside of the house with an easy, safe lever.

The hinges, manufactured in the UK by Cotswold, come with the safety of children in everyday use. This can be overridden by an invisible button. You'll be able to rest of assurance that your children will not accidentally open the doors too far. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights.

To order these hinges simply measure the length of your current side-hung window hinge that attaches to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Then select the correct size hinge from the options below.

Please note that the measurement is taken from the component that attaches to the frame and not the sash, the actual hinge length may be shorter or larger based on the manufacturing process of your old windows. When choosing the width of your hinge, the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with a 13mm stack height but should your old frame have 17mm then choose the option for this. You can also utilize the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All hinges are in two different directions (1 left and one right). Screws are not included in the hinges. They can be purchased separately if required. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair door hinge screws. They are specifically designed to improve the performance of your hinges that allow them to run smoothly for a longer time. They have a lower friction design, and an improved weather seal with a new nylon reducer end cap.

Restricted Hinge

There are occasions when a window needs to open fully and this can be difficult with hinges that are standard. These child safety friction hinges are an excellent way to solve this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required but escaping or cleaning a fire is not feasible. They function by limiting the amount the sash can open, and allow for the override of this restriction with the push of a button. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights. They can be used for both side and top hung windows.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges combine the benefits of the standard restrictor, as well as a fire escape pivot to provide a simple and efficient way 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 parts with one hinge being the restricted egress, and the other hinge being unrestricted. This permits one hinge to be installed at the bottom and the other is set on top.

These uPVC hinges are designed to be used on windows that aren't able to be fully opened, like a child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash can open to a safe position of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is shut.

Like the other kinds 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 ground level three-storey flats, or those that typically require a ladder to reach them. These can be enhanced with our security enhancements, such as hinge guards and protection plates for the hinge or dog bolts, in order to achieve PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge it is important to measure the length of the existing hinge to ensure that you purchase replacements that are similar in size. This can be accomplished by looking at the image gallery of the hinge and then deciding where you would like 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 feature metal-to-metal contacts and do not require extra parts to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also 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 quarter fits better than the corner, then it should be turned to 5/8 inches.

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