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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as complicated as you think. It is crucial to ensure that the arrows on the hinges is facing in the correct direction and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.

There are several different types of hinges, each having their distinctive characteristics. This article will discuss some of the most commonly used uPVC hinges, as well as their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These windows are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape safety windows because they can open to a full 90 degree angle. They can also be disengaged to an easy clean position to allow you to easily access the outside of windows to clean them without the need to climb a ladder or lean over at potentially dangerous angles.

These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are manufactured by Yale which is among the most known and reliable home security brands available today. These hinges can be used with any kind of uPVC side-hung window. They can be moved into the easy-to-clean position by pressing a small button and then sliding the window sash over to one side. Once closed, the sash will automatically reset to its original position.

Both 13mm and 17mm are both available. Based on the size of your existing window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for you.

These hinges are designed to be used in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium. They come with a simple friction screw to alter the amount of resistance generated. This makes opening the window more simple and reduces the chance of closing the window accidentally during strong 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.

There are no buttons or catches The Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and provides a convenient solution for emergency egress and safe cleaning. Firstly, 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 open the top and bottom catches which will allow you to move the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window once you are in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges (also called "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows with side openings to protect against fire. These types of hinges open more wide and faster than normal hinges, allowing an expansive clear opening to escape in the case of a fire. Building regulations require that this type of hinge must be installed in any room that has windows.

They feature an exclusive friction stay that opens the window to 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when it is open to allow easy cleaning of the outside of the glass hinge without having to climb ladders. The hinges are easy to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catch mechanisms. They can be operated from inside of the house using a safe, simple lever.

The hinges, which are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold are fitted with a child safety restriction for every day use. This can be overridden using an invisible button. You will have peace of mind knowing that your children won't open the windows too wide. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.

Take a measurement of the length of the side-hung window hinge, which is fixed to the frame. (See the guide on measuring the size of Upvc window hinges). Select the correct size hinge below.

Note that this measurement is taken from the part of the hinge that connects to the frame and not the sash. The actual length of the hinge can be longer or shorter dependent on how the old windows were manufactured. Also, when choosing the width of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height but should your old window frame is 17mm wide, you should select the option to use this. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All hinges come in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. They can be purchased separately if needed. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These screws are designed to enhance your hinges' performance and allow them to operate effortlessly for a longer. They have a reduced friction design and an improved weather seal, with a brand new nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. These child safety hinges can help overcome this issue and are a great solution when ventilation is needed but access for cleaning or escape in the event of fire is not possible. They limit the possibility of opening the sash, and allow for the bypass of this restriction by pressing a button. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights and can be used to open top and side-hung windows.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the characteristics of a standard restrictor and a fire escape hinge to provide an efficient and easy way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. It is available in a pair that has one hinge which is the one that is restricted for egress, and the other hinge being unrestricted. This allows one to be installed at the bottom and the other hinge is placed on top.

These uPVC hinges are specifically designed to be used on windows that aren't able to be fully opened, such as a child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts the amount the sash is able to open to 100mm for safety and re-engages once the window is closed.

These uPVC friction-type hinges can be used on all kinds of windows. They are particularly useful for windows that are hard to reach, like those in three-storey houses or those which would require the use of a ladder. They can be upgraded by 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 determine the length of the existing hinge to ensure that you order replacements that match in size. This can be accomplished by looking at the picture gallery of the hinge before deciding where you would like it to be. Top hung hinges are restricted on both sides, while side hung hinges are restricted on one side.

Standard Hinge

A standard hinge is made of metal-to-metal contact, and there are no additional parts to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and also comes with an NFPA-certified fire rating. 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.

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