Guide To Upvc Window Replacement Hinges: The Intermediate Guide Towards Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

Choosing upvc door hinge Window Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as complicated as you may think. It is important to check the arrow on the hinges are facing the right way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.

There are many different kinds of hinges to pick from, each with distinct characteristics. This article will focus on the most common kinds of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These windows are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape safety windows since they open up to a full 90 degree angle. They can also be lowered into an 'easy clean' position so that you can 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 manufactured by Yale which is among the most popular and respected home security brands on the market today. These hinges are compatible with any type of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button, the window sash will be slid to the side, and then into the clean position. After closing, the sash will automatically return 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.

These hinges can be used with traditional side-hung frames made from aluminium or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes it easier to open the window and reduces the risk of an accidental closure in strong winds. They have been tested for over 30000 cycles and are in compliance with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

Without buttons or catches, There are no buttons or catches. Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple to use and offers a practical solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. Firstly, open the window to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip that is located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open both the catches on the top and bottom allowing you move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Close the window when you have the sash in an easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their egress positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side opening windows to allow escape (fire safety) reasons. These hinges allow for an opening larger in the event of fire. This kind of hinge is required in any living space that has a window, as required by building regulations.

The windows feature an elongated friction that permits them to open to 90 degrees. They also let the opening sash to slide across the glass when it is opened, allowing for simple cleaning without the need to climb ladders. The hinges have no fiddly buttons or catches, and are operated with an easy, secure lever that can be accessed from inside the home.

The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restraint for day-to-day use that can be reverted by a hidden button, giving you peace of mind that your children won't accidentally open the door too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.

To order these hinges simply take a measurement of the length of your current side-hung window hinge that fixes to the frame (see the guide on measuring your upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.

Be aware that the measurement is taken from the part that fixes to the frame, not the sash, the actual hinge length may be longer or shorter depending on the manufacturer of your old windows. When deciding the size of the hinge, the majority of frames made of upvc can accommodate a stack height of 13mm, but if your old window frame is 17mm, choose this option. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges are in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges do not come with screws. If needed, they can be purchased separately. Our window repair screws made of upvc are recommended. These screws are designed to enhance the performance of your hinges and allow them work effortlessly for a longer. They feature a design with reduced friction and an enhanced weather seal with a nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. These restricted child safety friction hinges help to overcome this problem and offer a fantastic solution when ventilation is needed but access for cleaning or escape in the event of fire isn't possible. They limit the possibility of opening the sash and permit the override of this limitation by pressing an appropriate button. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights. They can be used to open both top and side hung windows.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge blends the features of a standard restrictor as well as a fire escape hinge to offer an effective and simple way 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 parts with one hinge being the restricted egress, and the other the unrestricted. This allows one to be installed at the bottom and the other is set at the 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, like a small child's bedroom. The mechanism limits the extent to which the sash can open to a safety position of 100mm and then re-engages when the window hinges replacement is closed.

As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on any type of window and are suitable for hard to reach windows above the ground level three-storey flats and windows that normally require a ladder to reach them. They can be upgraded by our security features, including double glazing hinge repairs near me guards and protection plates for the hinge or dog bolts, to achieve PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge it is crucial to determine the length of the existing hinge so that you can order replacements that match in size. The easiest way to do this is by viewing the hinge in the image gallery and determining where you want it to be positioned. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides, while side hung hinges are restricted to one side.

Standard Hinge

A standard hinge is made of metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to reduce friction. It's available in a variety of finishes and is also fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay it out flat and place a 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.

Choosing the right type of hinge can be the difference between making or breaking your door's appearance. Matching the style and finish of your hinges to your bi-fold door hinges will create an attractive and cohesive look.