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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window hinges for replacement isn't as difficult as you may think. It is essential to verify that the arrows on the hinges is facing in the correct direction and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm that is on the opening frame.

Replacement-Doors-300x200.jpgThere are several kinds of hinges that you can pick from, each one with distinctive features. This article will discuss the most popular uPVC hinges, as well as their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These windows are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape window because they can open to a full 90-degree angle. They can also be lowered to an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily access the exterior of 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 world of home security. These hinges are suitable for any kind of uPVC side hung window. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash is moved to the side and then into the easy-cleaning position. After closing, the window sash will revert to its original position.

They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Depending on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which product is best for you.

These hinges can be fitted to traditional side-hung frames made from aluminium or uPVC. The friction hinges for timber windows screw is used to adjust the resistance. This allows for easier opening of the window and reduces the risk of an accidental closure in strong winds. They have been tested to more than 30000 cycles and comply with BBA/Secured by Design and British Standards approved BS EN 13126-6:2008.

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 for emergency exit and cleaning. First, open the window to the egress (full opening) position and then press the hinge retaining clip located on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release both the catches on the top and bottom and allow you to move the sash towards the easy-cleaning position. Once in the easy-clean position close the pvc window hinges to reset the hinges to their egress positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side opening windows to allow egress (fire safety) reasons. These hinges permit a larger opening in the event of a fire. This kind of hinge is legal in any room with a window as stipulated by building regulations.

The windows have an elongated friction that permits them to open to a 90-degree angle. They also let the opening sash to slide across the glass when it's opened which allows for easy cleaning without having to use ladders. The hinges are easy to use and have no complicated buttons or catch mechanisms. They can be operated from the inside of the house with a simple, safe lever.

The hinges are made in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety limiter for day to day use that can be overridden 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 is fixed to the frame (see the article on measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Select the proper size hinge from the selections below.

Please note that the measurement is taken from the component that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual hinge length could be shorter or longer based on the manufacturer of your old windows. Also, when selecting the size of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height but should your window frame has 17mm, then select the option for this. You can also use the 4mm packer to compensate for the difference. All the hinges are supplied with two hands (1 left and 1 right). The hinges do not include screws. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. We recommend using our Upvc window hinge repair screws. These are specially designed to enhance the performance of your hinges that allow them to run efficiently for a longer. They have a lower friction design, and an improved weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

There are times when a window needs to open fully and this can be a problem using the standard hinge. These restricted child safety friction hinges help to overcome this issue and provide a solution when ventilation is needed but access to clean up or escape in the event of fire is not possible. They restrict the amount of opening the sash handles and hinges permit the override of this limitation by pressing an appropriate 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 Hinges combine the advantages of a standard restrictor and an escape pivot to offer a simple and effective way to comply with 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 a pair that has one hinge which is the restricted egress, and the other being the unrestricted. This permits one hinge to be installed at the bottom and the other is set at the top.

These uPVC restrictive hinges have been tested to BS6375, part 2 and are designed for use on a window that cannot be fully opened like a small child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts the amount the sash can open to a safety position of 100mm and re-engages when the window is closed.

Like the other kinds of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on all types of windows and are perfect for hard to reach windows above the ground level three-storey flats, or windows that normally require a ladder for access to them. They can be improved with our security enhancements, such as hinge guards, or dog bolts, in order to achieve PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge, it is important to determine the length of the current hinge so you can get replacements that are comparable in size. This can be done by looking at the picture gallery of the hinge and deciding the best place to put it. The hinges that hang from the top can only be put on one side, while the side-hung hinges can only be positioned on one side.

Standard Hinge

Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and don't require additional parts to help reduce friction. It's available in a variety of finishes and is also fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay them out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the quarter is more snug then the corner should be rounded to 5/8 inches.

The right hinge can make or break the appearance of your door. It's essential to match the style and finish of your door hinges upvc to the hinges to create a unified look that's both functional and visually attractive.

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