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It's not as difficult as it may seem to choose and fit upvc replacement hinges. Make sure that the arrows on the hinges face in the correct direction, and then measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame opening (13mm or 17mm).
There are several types of hinges to choose from, each with unique 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 to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety window because they can open to a full 90-degree angle. They can be disengaged to a 'easy-clean' position, allowing you to access the windows' exterior without the need to climb ladders or lean at dangerous angles.
Yale is one of the most reputable and well-known brands in the field of home security. They work with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash will be slid to the side and into the position that is easy to clean. After closing, the sash will automatically return to its initial position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Use our Egress Selection Guide to help you select the best product for your window.
These hinges are compatible with conventional side-hung frames made of aluminium or uPVC. They come with an easy friction hinges uk screw that can alter the amount of resistance generated. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of accidental closing during high winds. They have been tested to over 30000 cycles and are in compliance with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.
With no buttons or catches the Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple to operate and offers a practical solution for emergency egress and secure cleaning. Firstly, open the window to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip that is located on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release both the catches on the top and bottom which will allow you to move the sash towards the clean position. Close the window once you have the sash in an easy-cleaning position. This will reset the hinges to their egress positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace windows that open sideways for escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of hinges are more spacious and more efficient than standard hinges to allow a large clear opening to escape in the event of an incident of fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge has to be set in any habitable space with windows.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to be opened to a 90 degree angle and also allows the opening sash to slide across when it is open to make it easy to clean the outside of the glass without needing to use ladders. The hinges do not have buttons or catches, and are operated with a simple, safe lever that is accessible from the inside of your home.
The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restrictor 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. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights.
To order these hinges simply take a measurement of the length of your current side-hung window hinge that attaches to the frame (see the guide on measuring your upvc window hinges). Then select the correct size hinge from the selections below.
Please note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's part that connects to the frame, not the sash. The actual hinge length can be longer or shorter depending on the way your windows were made in the past. When deciding the size of the hinge, most upvc frames will fit a stack height of 13mm, but if your old window frame measures 17mm, you should select this option. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges are supplied with two hands (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. These can be bought separately if required. Our window hinges repair near me repair window hinges screws made of upvc are highly recommended. They are specifically made to improve the performance of your hinges, allowing them to operate smoothly for longer. They come with a lower friction design and a more durable weather seal with an encapsulated nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are occasions when windows must completely open, and this can be a problem using the standard hinge. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this issue and offer a fantastic solution when ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in case of fire isn't possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash, and allow overriding this limitation by pressing a button. They can be used for side- and top-hung windows. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges combine the advantages of a standard restrictor, and an escape pivot to provide a simple and effective way to comply with building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and is suitable for both top and side opening uPVC window. It is available in a pair with one hinge being the one that is restricted for egress, and the other being the unrestricted. This allows one to be placed at the bottom, while the other is installed on top.
These uPVC hinges are restrictive and have been tested to BS6375, part 2 and are designed to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened such as a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits the amount the sash can open to the safety level of 100mm and re-engages when the double glazed window hinge repair is closed.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on any type of window and are ideal for those difficult to access windows above ground level three-storey flats and those that typically 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 for PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is crucial to measure the length of the current 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 where you want it to be positioned. Top-hung hinges are limited on both sides and the side hung hinges can only be used to one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge is made of metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional components to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also fire-rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay them out flat and place a quarter and dime in two corners. If the quarter fits better, then the corner should be round to 5/8 inches.
The right hinge can determine the success or failure of your door's appearance. It's important to match the style and finish of your door to the hinges to create a seamless design that is both functional and visually appealing.
It's not as difficult as it may seem to choose and fit upvc replacement hinges. Make sure that the arrows on the hinges face in the correct direction, and then measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame opening (13mm or 17mm).
There are several types of hinges to choose from, each with unique 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 to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety window because they can open to a full 90-degree angle. They can be disengaged to a 'easy-clean' position, allowing you to access the windows' exterior without the need to climb ladders or lean at dangerous angles.
Yale is one of the most reputable and well-known brands in the field of home security. They work with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash will be slid to the side and into the position that is easy to clean. After closing, the sash will automatically return to its initial position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Use our Egress Selection Guide to help you select the best product for your window.
These hinges are compatible with conventional side-hung frames made of aluminium or uPVC. They come with an easy friction hinges uk screw that can alter the amount of resistance generated. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of accidental closing during high winds. They have been tested to over 30000 cycles and are in compliance with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.
With no buttons or catches the Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple to operate and offers a practical solution for emergency egress and secure cleaning. Firstly, open the window to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip that is located on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release both the catches on the top and bottom which will allow you to move the sash towards the clean position. Close the window once you have the sash in an easy-cleaning position. This will reset the hinges to their egress positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace windows that open sideways for escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of hinges are more spacious and more efficient than standard hinges to allow a large clear opening to escape in the event of an incident of fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge has to be set in any habitable space with windows.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to be opened to a 90 degree angle and also allows the opening sash to slide across when it is open to make it easy to clean the outside of the glass without needing to use ladders. The hinges do not have buttons or catches, and are operated with a simple, safe lever that is accessible from the inside of your home.
The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restrictor 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. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights.
To order these hinges simply take a measurement of the length of your current side-hung window hinge that attaches to the frame (see the guide on measuring your upvc window hinges). Then select the correct size hinge from the selections below.
Please note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's part that connects to the frame, not the sash. The actual hinge length can be longer or shorter depending on the way your windows were made in the past. When deciding the size of the hinge, most upvc frames will fit a stack height of 13mm, but if your old window frame measures 17mm, you should select this option. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges are supplied with two hands (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. These can be bought separately if required. Our window hinges repair near me repair window hinges screws made of upvc are highly recommended. They are specifically made to improve the performance of your hinges, allowing them to operate smoothly for longer. They come with a lower friction design and a more durable weather seal with an encapsulated nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are occasions when windows must completely open, and this can be a problem using the standard hinge. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this issue and offer a fantastic solution when ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in case of fire isn't possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash, and allow overriding this limitation by pressing a button. They can be used for side- and top-hung windows. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges combine the advantages of a standard restrictor, and an escape pivot to provide a simple and effective way to comply with building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and is suitable for both top and side opening uPVC window. It is available in a pair with one hinge being the one that is restricted for egress, and the other being the unrestricted. This allows one to be placed at the bottom, while the other is installed on top.
These uPVC hinges are restrictive and have been tested to BS6375, part 2 and are designed to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened such as a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits the amount the sash can open to the safety level of 100mm and re-engages when the double glazed window hinge repair is closed.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on any type of window and are ideal for those difficult to access windows above ground level three-storey flats and those that typically 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 for PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is crucial to measure the length of the current 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 where you want it to be positioned. Top-hung hinges are limited on both sides and the side hung hinges can only be used to one side.
Standard HingeA standard hinge is made of metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional components to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also fire-rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay them out flat and place a quarter and dime in two corners. If the quarter fits better, then the corner should be round to 5/8 inches.
The right hinge can determine the success or failure of your door's appearance. It's important to match the style and finish of your door to the hinges to create a seamless design that is both functional and visually appealing.
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