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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 think. Make sure that the hinges' arrows are facing the correct direction and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame opening (13mm or17mm).
There are several different types of hinges, each having their own unique features. This article will focus on the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great choice to replace window hinges or upgrade windows for fire escapes, as they can be opened at a 90-degree angle. They can also be disengaged into an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
Yale is one of the most trusted and well-known brands in the world of home security. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side hung window. They can be moved into the clean position by pressing the small button and moving the window sash to one side. Once closed, the sash will automatically reset to its initial position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Utilize our Egress Selection Guide to help you determine the best product for your window.
The hinges are designed to be used with standard side-hung frames which is made of aluminum or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window easier and reduces the chances of a mistaken closing in severe 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.
The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is simple to use and doesn't have any buttons or catch. It provides a convenient and secure solution to emergency exit and cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will open both the bottom and top catches allowing you move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Once in the easy-clean position, close the double glazing window hinges to reset the hinges to their egress position.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows that open sideways to protect against fire. These kinds of hinges for windows open more wide and faster than conventional hinges to provide an expansive clear opening for escape in the event of an incident of fire. This type of hinge is required in any habitable room with a window as required by building regulations.
They have an exclusive friction stay that opens the window to 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when open to allow easy cleaning of the outside of the glass, without having to climb ladders. The hinges aren't flimsy buttons or catches and are operated with a simple, secure lever that can be accessed from the inside of the home.
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 with a hidden button giving you peace of mind that your children will not accidentally open the door too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
To purchase these hinges, measure the length of your current side hung window hinge that attaches to the frame (see the article on measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Select the proper size hinge from the choices below.
Be aware that the measurement is taken from the part that fixes to the frame, not the sash. The real hinge length may be slightly shorter or larger based on the manufacture of your old windows. Also, when selecting the width of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height but should your old window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. You can also use the 4mm packer in order to compensate for the difference. All the hinges are supplied with two hands (1 left and one right). Screws aren't included with the hinges. If required, these can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc awning window hinges hinge repair screws. These screws are designed to enhance your hinges' performance and allow them to operate efficiently for a longer. They come with a lower friction design and a more durable weather seal, which includes caps made of nylon.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this issue and provide a solution when ventilation is required but access to clean up or escape in the event of fire is not possible. They limit the possibility of opening the sash and allow overriding this limitation by pressing an appropriate button. They can be used for top and side hung windows. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the features of both a standard restrictor, and an escape pivot to offer a simple and efficient way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used on both top and side opening uPVC window. It comes in two parts with one hinge being the restricted egress, and the other hinge being unrestricted. This lets one hinge be placed at the bottom, while the other hinge is placed at the top.
These uPVC hinges are specifically designed to be used on windows that aren't able to be fully opened, such as the bedroom of a child. The mechanism limits How To Measure Upvc Window Hinges far the sash opens to an appropriate height of 100mm and then it re-engages after the window is shut.
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 or those that would normally require a ladder for access to them. They can be complemented with our selection of security enhancements such as hinge guards and protection plates, or dog bolts for PAS 24 performance.
It is important to measure the hinge on your current window in order to get replacements of the same size. The most efficient method to do this is to look at the hinge in the gallery and working out the location you would like it to be positioned. The top hung hinges can only be placed on one side, whereas the side-hung hinges can only be positioned on one side.
Standard Hinge
Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and do not require additional parts to help reduce friction. It comes in a variety of finishes and has an NFPA-certified fire rating. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge lay it flat and line up with a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug and the corner is round by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fits better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The proper hinge can enhance or break the look of your door. The style and finish of the hinges to your door will create a cohesive and attractive look.
The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as difficult as you think. Make sure that the hinges' arrows are facing the correct direction and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame opening (13mm or17mm).
There are several different types of hinges, each having their own unique features. This article will focus on the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great choice to replace window hinges or upgrade windows for fire escapes, as they can be opened at a 90-degree angle. They can also be disengaged into an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
Yale is one of the most trusted and well-known brands in the world of home security. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side hung window. They can be moved into the clean position by pressing the small button and moving the window sash to one side. Once closed, the sash will automatically reset to its initial position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Utilize our Egress Selection Guide to help you determine the best product for your window.
The hinges are designed to be used with standard side-hung frames which is made of aluminum or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window easier and reduces the chances of a mistaken closing in severe 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.
The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is simple to use and doesn't have any buttons or catch. It provides a convenient and secure solution to emergency exit and cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will open both the bottom and top catches allowing you move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Once in the easy-clean position, close the double glazing window hinges to reset the hinges to their egress position.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows that open sideways to protect against fire. These kinds of hinges for windows open more wide and faster than conventional hinges to provide an expansive clear opening for escape in the event of an incident of fire. This type of hinge is required in any habitable room with a window as required by building regulations.
They have an exclusive friction stay that opens the window to 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when open to allow easy cleaning of the outside of the glass, without having to climb ladders. The hinges aren't flimsy buttons or catches and are operated with a simple, secure lever that can be accessed from the inside of the home.
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 with a hidden button giving you peace of mind that your children will not accidentally open the door too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
To purchase these hinges, measure the length of your current side hung window hinge that attaches to the frame (see the article on measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Select the proper size hinge from the choices below.
Be aware that the measurement is taken from the part that fixes to the frame, not the sash. The real hinge length may be slightly shorter or larger based on the manufacture of your old windows. Also, when selecting the width of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height but should your old window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. You can also use the 4mm packer in order to compensate for the difference. All the hinges are supplied with two hands (1 left and one right). Screws aren't included with the hinges. If required, these can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc awning window hinges hinge repair screws. These screws are designed to enhance your hinges' performance and allow them to operate efficiently for a longer. They come with a lower friction design and a more durable weather seal, which includes caps made of nylon.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this issue and provide a solution when ventilation is required but access to clean up or escape in the event of fire is not possible. They limit the possibility of opening the sash and allow overriding this limitation by pressing an appropriate button. They can be used for top and side hung windows. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the features of both a standard restrictor, and an escape pivot to offer a simple and efficient way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used on both top and side opening uPVC window. It comes in two parts with one hinge being the restricted egress, and the other hinge being unrestricted. This lets one hinge be placed at the bottom, while the other hinge is placed at the top.
These uPVC hinges are specifically designed to be used on windows that aren't able to be fully opened, such as the bedroom of a child. The mechanism limits How To Measure Upvc Window Hinges far the sash opens to an appropriate height of 100mm and then it re-engages after the window is shut.
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 or those that would normally require a ladder for access to them. They can be complemented with our selection of security enhancements such as hinge guards and protection plates, or dog bolts for PAS 24 performance.
It is important to measure the hinge on your current window in order to get replacements of the same size. The most efficient method to do this is to look at the hinge in the gallery and working out the location you would like it to be positioned. The top hung hinges can only be placed on one side, whereas the side-hung hinges can only be positioned on one side.
Standard Hinge
Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and do not require additional parts to help reduce friction. It comes in a variety of finishes and has an NFPA-certified fire rating. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge lay it flat and line up with a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug and the corner is round by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fits better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The proper hinge can enhance or break the look of your door. The style and finish of the hinges to your door will create a cohesive and attractive look.
