Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
Selecting and fitting upvc windows hinges for
replacement hinges for double glazed windows isn't as difficult as you think. It is essential to verify that the arrows on the hinges is facing the right way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm that is on the opening frame.
There are several different types of hinges, each with their distinctive characteristics. This article will review the most popular kinds of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
These are a great choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape safety windows since they open up to a full 90-degree angle. They can also be disengaged to an easy clean position so that you can easily access the exterior of your windows to clean them without the need to climb a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
These heavy-duty egress hinges are manufactured by Yale one of the most known and trusted home security brands available today. They work with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash can be slid to the side and into the easy-cleaning position. Once closed, the
pvc Window hinges sash will be returned to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Make use of our Egress Selection Guide to help you determine the best product for your window.
These hinges can be fitted to conventional side-hung frames made of aluminium or uPVC. They come with an easy friction screw that can alter the amount of resistance generated. This makes opening the
double glazing window hinges more simple and reduces the chance of a mistaken closing in severe 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.
The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is easy to operate and doesn't have any buttons or catch. It is a simple and secure solution to emergency exit and cleaning. The hinge retention clip is located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches which will allow you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window once you have the sash in the easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their egress positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows that open sideways for fire safety reasons. These types of window hinges open wider and faster than standard hinges to allow an expansive clear opening to escape in the case of an emergency fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge must be installed in any space that is habitable and has windows.
They have an exclusive friction stopper that opens the window to a 90 degree angle and allows the opening sash to slide across the glass when it is open to make it easy to clean the exterior side of the glass without having to use ladders. The hinges are simple to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catches. They can be operated from the inside of the home using a simple, safe lever.
The hinges are manufactured 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 thought that your children will not accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
To order these hinges, simply measure the length of your current side-hung window hinge which fixes to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring your upvc window hinges). Choose the right size hinge from the list below.
Note that this measurement is taken at the part of the hinge that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual length of the hinge could be shorter or longer dependent on how the windows were originally made. Also, when choosing the size of your hinge, most windows made of upvc will have a 13mm stack height but should your old window frame have 17mm then choose the option for this. Alternatively you can fit the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All the hinges are supplied in pairs (1 left and 1 right). The hinges do not include screws. If needed, they can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. They are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges that allow them to run smoothly for longer. They have a reduced friction design and an improved weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window fully. These child safety friction hinges are a fantastic solution to this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is needed but cleaning or escape from the flame is not possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash, and allow for the bypass of this restriction by pressing a button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used to open top and side-hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the features of a standard restrictor as well as a fire escape hinge to offer an effective and simple way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights and is suitable for both side and top opening uPVC window. It comes in two parts that has one hinge which is the one with restricted egress and the other the unrestricted. This lets one hinge be installed at the bottom while the other hinge is placed at the top.
These uPVC hinges are made to be used with windows that cannot be fully opened, like bedrooms for children. The mechanism limits the amount the sash is able to open to the safety level of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is closed.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on any type of window and are perfect for hard to reach windows above ground level, three-storey flats or those that would normally require a ladder to reach them. They can be improved by our security enhancements, such as hinge guard protection plate or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.
It is essential to measure the hinges on your
window hinges near me to ensure that you get replacements that are the same size. This can be done by looking at the image gallery of the hinge and deciding where you want it positioned. Top hung hinges are restricted on both sides and the side hung hinges can only be used to one side.
Standard Hinge
Standard hinges feature metal-to-metal contacts and do not require any extra parts to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also fire rated. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and line up the 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 by 5/8 inch.
The hinge you choose can enhance or break the look of your door. Achieving the same style and finish of your hinges with your door will give it an attractive and well-integrated design.
