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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
It's not as difficult as it might seem to choose and fit the replacement hinges made of upvc. Make sure the hinges' arrows face the right way and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame that opens (13mm or17mm).
There are many different kinds of hinges, each with their distinct characteristics. This article will focus on the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and the advantages they offer.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading a fire escape safety window since they are able to open at a 90-degree angle. They can be removed in an easy-cleaning position that allows you to see the windows' exterior without having to climb ladders or lean at dangerous angles.
These heavy-duty egress hinges are made by Yale, one of the most popular and trusted home security brands on the market today. They work with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. They can be moved into the easy-to-clean position by pressing the small button and sliding the window sash over to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will be returned to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Depending on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for your needs.
The hinges are designed to work with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of closing the window accidentally during high winds. They have been tested for over thirty thousand cycles, and they are compliant with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.
With no buttons or catches There are no buttons or catches. Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and offers a practical solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. The hinge retention clip is located in the inner corner of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window after you have the sash in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges, often known as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows for escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of window hinges open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow an open space to escape in the case of an incident of fire. This kind of hinge is legal in any room with a window hinge repair cost according to building regulations.
They feature a unique friction stay that allows the window to open at 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when open for easy cleaning of the exterior side of the glass without having to climb ladders. The hinges have no fiddly buttons or catches and are operated with a simple, safe lever that is accessible from inside the home.
The hinges, which are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold are fitted with the safety of children in everyday use. This can be overridden with a hidden button. You will have peace of mind knowing 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 take a measurement of the length of your existing side hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring your upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.
It is important to note that the measurement is taken from the part that is fixed to the frame, not the sash, the actual hinge length could be shorter or longer based on the manufacturer of your old windows. When choosing the width of the hinge most frames made of upvc will have the 13mm stack height however if your previous window frame has 17mm, then select this option. You can also use the 4mm packer in order to make up for the difference. All hinges come with two hands (1 left and one right). The hinges do not include screws. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair door frame hinge side screws. These screws are designed to improve your hinges' performance and allow them work effortlessly for a longer. They feature a less friction design, and an improved weather seal with a new nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window completely. These child safety friction hinges are a great solution to this issue. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required, but escaping or cleaning the flame is not possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash, and allow overriding this limitation by pressing an appropriate button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used for top and side-hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the features of both a standard restrictor and a pivot for fire escape to provide a simple and efficient way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available as a pair where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other unrestricted allowing one of these to be placed at the bottom of the sash while the other is fitted to the top.
These uPVC hinges are designed to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened, like bedrooms for children. The mechanism restricts the amount the sash is able to open to the safety level of 100mm and re-engages when the window is closed.
These uPVC hinges with friction can be used with any type of windows. They are particularly useful for windows that are difficult to reach, like those in three-storey homes or ones that require the use of a ladder. They can be complemented by our security features like hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
It is important to measure the hinges on your window to ensure that you get replacements that are the same size. The easiest method to do this is to look at the hinge in the image gallery and working out where you want it to be positioned. The hinges that hang from the top can only be put on one side, whereas the side hung ones can only be placed on one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contact and no extra parts to decrease friction. It's available in a range of finishes and fire rated. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge, lay it flat and then line up with a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The hinge you choose can enhance or ruin the appearance of your door. Matching the design and style of your hinges to your double glazed door hinges will give it a cohesive and attractive look.
It's not as difficult as it might seem to choose and fit the replacement hinges made of upvc. Make sure the hinges' arrows face the right way and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame that opens (13mm or17mm).
There are many different kinds of hinges, each with their distinct characteristics. This article will focus on the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and the advantages they offer.Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading a fire escape safety window since they are able to open at a 90-degree angle. They can be removed in an easy-cleaning position that allows you to see the windows' exterior without having to climb ladders or lean at dangerous angles.
These heavy-duty egress hinges are made by Yale, one of the most popular and trusted home security brands on the market today. They work with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. They can be moved into the easy-to-clean position by pressing the small button and sliding the window sash over to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will be returned to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Depending on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for your needs.
The hinges are designed to work with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of closing the window accidentally during high winds. They have been tested for over thirty thousand cycles, and they are compliant with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.
With no buttons or catches There are no buttons or catches. Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and offers a practical solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. The hinge retention clip is located in the inner corner of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window after you have the sash in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges, often known as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows for escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of window hinges open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow an open space to escape in the case of an incident of fire. This kind of hinge is legal in any room with a window hinge repair cost according to building regulations.
They feature a unique friction stay that allows the window to open at 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when open for easy cleaning of the exterior side of the glass without having to climb ladders. The hinges have no fiddly buttons or catches and are operated with a simple, safe lever that is accessible from inside the home.
The hinges, which are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold are fitted with the safety of children in everyday use. This can be overridden with a hidden button. You will have peace of mind knowing 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 take a measurement of the length of your existing side hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring your upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.
It is important to note that the measurement is taken from the part that is fixed to the frame, not the sash, the actual hinge length could be shorter or longer based on the manufacturer of your old windows. When choosing the width of the hinge most frames made of upvc will have the 13mm stack height however if your previous window frame has 17mm, then select this option. You can also use the 4mm packer in order to make up for the difference. All hinges come with two hands (1 left and one right). The hinges do not include screws. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair door frame hinge side screws. These screws are designed to improve your hinges' performance and allow them work effortlessly for a longer. They feature a less friction design, and an improved weather seal with a new nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window completely. These child safety friction hinges are a great solution to this issue. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required, but escaping or cleaning the flame is not possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash, and allow overriding this limitation by pressing an appropriate button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used for top and side-hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the features of both a standard restrictor and a pivot for fire escape to provide a simple and efficient way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available as a pair where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other unrestricted allowing one of these to be placed at the bottom of the sash while the other is fitted to the top.
These uPVC hinges are designed to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened, like bedrooms for children. The mechanism restricts the amount the sash is able to open to the safety level of 100mm and re-engages when the window is closed.
These uPVC hinges with friction can be used with any type of windows. They are particularly useful for windows that are difficult to reach, like those in three-storey homes or ones that require the use of a ladder. They can be complemented by our security features like hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
It is important to measure the hinges on your window to ensure that you get replacements that are the same size. The easiest method to do this is to look at the hinge in the image gallery and working out where you want it to be positioned. The hinges that hang from the top can only be put on one side, whereas the side hung ones can only be placed on one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contact and no extra parts to decrease friction. It's available in a range of finishes and fire rated. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge, lay it flat and then line up with a quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The hinge you choose can enhance or ruin the appearance of your door. Matching the design and style of your hinges to your double glazed door hinges will give it a cohesive and attractive look.
