Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges

It's not as difficult as it might appear to choose and install Upvc replacement hinges. It is essential to verify that the arrows on the hinges are facing in the correct direction and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the opening frame.

There are several different types of hinges, each with its distinctive characteristics. This article will focus on the most popular kinds of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These windows are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading your fire escape window as they open to a full 90-degree angle. They can also be removed to an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily access the exterior of your windows to clean them without climbing an overhang or climb a ladder at potentially dangerous angles.

These heavy duty egress hinges are made by Yale one of the most known and respected home security brands available today. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button the window sash is slid to the side, and then into the easy-cleaning position. When the sash is closed, it will be reset to its original operative position.

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

These hinges can be used with standard side-hung frames made of uPVC, or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window simpler and less likely of accidental closing during high winds. They have been cycle tested to over 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 The Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and provides a convenient solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. Firstly, open the window to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip that is located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will release the bottom and top catches, allowing you to move the sash into an easy-clean position. Once in the easy-clean position close the window to reset the hinges back to their original position.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges are often referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace windows that open sideways for escape (fire safety) reasons. These hinges allow for more space in the event of fire. This kind of hinge is a legal requirement in any habitable room that has windows, as required by building regulations.

They have an exclusive friction hinges uk stopper that allows the window to be opened to 90 degrees and allows the opening sash to slide across when open for easy cleaning of the outside of the glass hinge, without having to use ladders. The hinges have no fiddly buttons or catches and are operated by a simple, secure lever that can be accessed from inside the home.

The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety limiter for day-to-day use that can be overridden with a hidden button, giving you peace of mind that your children won't accidentally open the door too far. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights.

Measure the length of the current side-hung window hinge, which is fixed to the frame. (See the guide for measuring upvc window hinges). Then, select the appropriate size hinge from the options below.

Be aware that the measurement is taken from the component that attaches to the frame, not the sash, the actual hinge length could be shorter or larger based on the manufacture of your old windows. When choosing the width of your hinge, most windows made of upvc will have a 13mm stack height. However, should your window frame has 17mm, upvc window replacement hinges then select the option to use this. You can also utilize the 4mm packer in order to make up the difference. All the hinges are supplied with two hands (1 left and one right). The hinges do not come with screws. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. We suggest using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These screws are designed to improve your hinges' performance and allow them to work effortlessly for a longer. They have a lower friction design and a better weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. The restricted child safety friction hinges can help overcome this issue and provide a solution for situations where ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in the case of fire is not possible. They limit the number of times you can opening the sash, and allow overriding this limitation by pressing a button. They are suitable for both side- and top-hung windows. They are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.

The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the characteristics of a standard restrictor as well as a fire escape hinge to offer an efficient and simple method 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 in a pair that has one hinge which is the restricted egress, and the other being the unrestricted. This allows one to be installed at the bottom and the other is installed at the top.

These uPVC restrictive hinges have been tested to BS6375 Part 2 and are designed to be used on windows that isn't able to be fully opened, such as a small children's bedroom. The mechanism restricts the distance the sash opens to an appropriate height of 100mm 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 styles of windows and are perfect for hard to reach windows above the ground, three-storey flats or those that typically require a ladder to access them. They can be paired with our selection of security enhancements such as hinge guards and protection plates, or dog bolts for PAS 24 performance.

It is important to measure the hinge on your current window to be able to find replacements that are the same size. The easiest method to do this is by viewing the hinge in the gallery and working out where you want it to be placed. The top hung hinges can only be put 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 parts to decrease friction. It's available in a variety of finishes and fire-rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the quarter is more snug, then the corner should be turned to 5/8 inches.

Selecting the right hinge can be the difference between making or breaking your door's appearance. It's crucial to match the finish and style of your door to the hinges to create a unified look that's both functional and visually attractive.