Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
Choosing and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as complicated as you might imagine. Make sure that the arrows on the hinges are facing the correct direction and determine the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame opening (13mm or17mm).
There are many different types of hinges to choose from, each with unique features. This article will review the most popular
types of wooden window hinges of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great option to
replace upvc energy efficient window hinge or upgrade your fire escape safety window because they can open to a full 90 degree angle. They can also be lowered into an 'easy clean' position to allow you to easily access the outside of your windows to clean them without climbing on a ladder or lean over at potentially hazardous angles.
Yale is among the most trusted and well-known brands in the home security industry. These hinges are compatible with any kind of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash is moved to the side and into the clean position. Once closed, the window sash will revert to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm are both available. Depending on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for you.
These hinges are designed to work with standard side-hung frames, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This allows for easier opening of the window and reduces the chance of a mishap during severe winds. They have been tested to more than 30,000 cycles and are compliant with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.
There are no buttons or catches There are no buttons or catches. Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple to operate and provides a convenient solution for emergency egress and secure cleaning. Press the hinge retention clip located on the inner corner of the bottom corner. This will release the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Close the window once you have the sash in an easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their egress positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges, often known as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows to allow egress (fire safety) reasons. These kinds of hinges for windows open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow a large clear opening to escape in the case of an emergency fire. This type of hinge is legal in any room that has windows, as stipulated by building regulations.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that opens the window
how to fix window hinges a 90 degree angle and allows the opening sash to slide across when open for easy cleaning of the exterior side of the glass, without having to use 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 an easy, safe lever.
The hinges, which are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold, come with a child safety feature for every day use. It can be reverted with an invisible button. You will have peace of peace of mind knowing that your children won't accidentally open the windows too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
To order these hinges simply measure the length of your current side hung window hinge that fixes to the frame (see the guide on measuring your upvc window hinges). Then, select the appropriate 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 actual hinge length could be shorter or longer based on the manufacture of your old windows. Also, when choosing the size of your hinge, the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with 13mm stack height, however should your old frame have 17mm then choose the option that fits this. You can also opt for the 4mm packer in order to make up for the difference. All hinges are supplied handed (1 left and one right). Screws are not included in the hinges. They can be purchased separately if required. We recommend using our Upvc window hinge
repair window hinges screws. These 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 a more durable weather seal that includes a nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window fully. These child safety hinges help to overcome this issue and provide a solution when ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in the case of fire is not feasible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash and allow for the bypass of this restriction by pressing an appropriate button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and are suitable for top and side-hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges combine the advantages of a standard restrictor, and a fire escape pivot to provide a simple but efficient way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for both side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available in a pair, with one hinge being the restricted egress, and the other the unrestricted. This allows one to be installed at the bottom while the other hinge is placed at the top.
These uPVC restricting hinges have been tested to BS6375 Part 2. They are intended to be used on windows that isn't able to be fully opened, like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism restricts the distance the sash opens to 100mm in a safe distance and then it re-engages after the window is closed.
Like the other kinds of uPVC friction hinges that are available, these hinges can be used on all types of windows and are perfect for difficult to reach windows above ground level, three-storey flats or windows that normally require a ladder to reach them. They can be combined with our selection of security features like hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
It is essential to measure your existing window hinge to be able to find replacements of the same size. This can be accomplished by looking at the picture gallery of the hinge before deciding where you want it positioned. The hinges that hang from the top can only be positioned on one side, while the side-hung hinges can only be positioned on one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contact and no extra components to reduce friction. It's available in a variety of finishes and fire rated. To determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and line up a dime and quarter in two corners. If the quarter fits better than the corner, then it should be turned to 5/8 inches.
The right hinge can determine the success or failure of the appearance of your door. Matching the style and finish of your hinges to your door will create an attractive and well-integrated look.
