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Choosing upvc window hinge Window Replacement Hinges

It's not as difficult as it may seem to choose and fit the replacement hinges made of upvc. It is crucial to ensure that the arrow on the hinges is facing in the correct direction 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 distinct characteristics. This article will review the most common types of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading windows for fire escapes, as they open at a full 90-degree angle. They can also be removed into an 'easy clean' position to allow you to easily access the outside of windows to clean them without having to climb a ladder or lean over at potentially dangerous angles.

Yale is among the most reputable and well-known brands in the home security industry. These hinges are suitable for any kind of uPVC side-hung window. They can be moved into the clean position by pressing in a small button and then sliding the window sash over to one side. When the window is closed, the sash will revert to its original position.

Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Depending on the size of your window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which one is the best fit for you.

These hinges can be fitted to traditional side-hung frames made from aluminium or uPVC. They come with an easy-to-use friction screw to alter the amount of resistance generated. This makes it easier to open the window and reduces the possibility of an accidental closure in high winds. They have been tested for more than 30,000 cycles, and comply with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

The Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinge is simple to use and has no buttons or catch. It is a simple and safe solution to emergency exit and cleaning. Use the hinge retention clip located on the inner corner of the bottom corner. This will release both the bottom and top catches and allow you to slide the sash to the easy-cleaning position. Once you are in the clean position, close the double glazing window hinges to return the hinges to their egress positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace side-opening windows to ensure fire safety. These types of hinges open more wide and faster than normal hinges, allowing an open space for escape in the event of an incident of fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge has to be set in any habitable space with a window blown off hinges.

They have an exclusive friction stopper that opens the window to a 90 degree angle and also allows the sash opening to slide across the glass when it is open for easy cleaning of the outside of the glass without needing to use ladders. The hinges have no fiddly catch or buttons and operate with an easy, secure lever that can be accessed from the inside of the home.

The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety limiter for day-to-day use which can be turned off with a hidden button providing you with peace of mind that your children will not accidentally open the door 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 the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Choose the proper size hinge from the list below.

Note that this measurement is taken from the hinge's point that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual length of the hinge can be longer or shorter dependent on how to fix a window hinge the windows were made in the past. Also, when choosing the width of your hinge, the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with a 13mm stack height. However, should your window frame have 17mm then choose the option for this. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All hinges come handed (1 left and 1 right). The hinges do not come with screws. These can be bought separately if you require. We recommend using our upvc window hinges Types window hinge repair screws. They are specifically designed to enhance the performance of your hinges, allowing them to operate smoothly for longer. They have a lower friction design and an improved weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer end cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window completely. These child safety hinges can help overcome this issue and are a great solution when ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in case of fire is not possible. They function by limiting the amount that the sash can open, and allow for the override of this restriction with a button. They can be used for side and top-hung windows. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.

The Nico Restricted Egress Hinges combine the features of both the standard restrictor, as well as a fire escape pivot how to adjust double glazing window hinges provide a simple but efficient way to meet building regulations. It is suitable for side hung and top opening uPVC windows and is available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is available as a pair of hinges where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other unrestricted, allowing one hinge to be installed on the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the 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 limits the extent to which the sash can open to the safety level of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is closed.

These uPVC friction-type hinges can be used on all kinds of windows. They are especially useful for windows that are difficult to reach, like those in three-storey apartments or ones that require the use of a ladder. These can be enhanced with our security enhancements, like hinge guards, or dog bolts, in order to achieve PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a hinge on a window, it is important to measure the length of the current hinge so that you can get replacements that are comparable in size. The easiest way to do this is to look at the hinge in the image gallery and working out the best place for it to be. The hinges that hang from the top can only be placed on one side, whereas the side hung ones can only be put on one side.

Standard Hinge

Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and don't require extra parts to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also fire rated. To determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and align a dime and quarter in two corners. If the quarter is more snug, then the corner should be round to 5/8 inches.

The right hinge can make or break the look of your door. It's crucial to match the style and finish of your door to the hinges to create a unified look that's both practical and visually appealing.