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Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
Choosing and fitting upvc window hinges for replacement double glazing hinges isn't as difficult as you might imagine. It is important to check the arrows on the hinges is facing in the correct direction and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.
There are several different types of hinges, each having their distinct characteristics. This article will review the most common types of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading windows for fire escapes because they are able to open at a 90-degree angle. They can also be lowered to an easy clean position to allow you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing on a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
These heavy duty egress hinges are manufactured by Yale which is among the most well-known and reliable home security brands on the market today. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side hung window. They can be moved to the clean position by pressing in a small button and then moving the window sash to one side. Once closed, the window sash will be returned to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Depending on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which product is best for your needs.
The hinges are designed to be used in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame which is made of aluminum or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window easier and reduces the chances of closing the window accidentally during severe 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.
With no buttons or catches The Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and provides a convenient solution for emergency egress and safe cleaning. The hinge retention clip is located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will release both the catches on the top and bottom allowing you move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to reset the hinges to their original position.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also called "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows with side openings to ensure fire safety. These types of hinges open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow an expansive clear opening to escape in the event of an emergency fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge must be installed in any habitable space with windows.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to open at a 90 degree angle and allows the opening sash to slide across when open to make it easy to clean the outside of the glass, without having to use ladders. The hinges have no fiddly catch or buttons and are operated with a simple, safe 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 by a hidden button, providing you with peace of mind that your children won't accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
Measure the length of the existing side-hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame. (See the guide on measuring upvc window hinges). Then, select the appropriate size hinge from the choices below.
Please note that the measurement is taken from the part that is fixed to the frame not the sash, the actual hinge length may be slightly shorter or larger based on the manufacturing process of your old windows. When deciding the width of the hinge most upvc frames will fit the 13mm stack height however if your original window frame measures 17mm, choose this option. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All the hinges are supplied handed (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. If required, these can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These screws are designed to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them work smoothly for longer. They have a lower friction design and a better weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are occasions windows need to fully open and this can be difficult using a standard hinge. These child safety friction hinges are an excellent way to solve this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required but escaping or cleaning an fire isn't possible. They restrict the amount of opening the sash, and permit the override of this limitation by pressing a button. They can be used for top and side hung windows and are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the advantages of a standard restrictor, and a fire escape pivot to provide a simple but efficient way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used on the top and side openings of uPVC window. It is offered as a pair of hinges where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other unrestricted, allowing one hinge to be installed to the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.
These uPVC restricting hinges have been tested to BS6375, part 2. They are intended to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened like a small child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash opens to an appropriate height of 100mm, and re-engages once the window is closed.
These uPVC friction-style hinges can be used with any type of windows. They are particularly suitable for windows that are difficult to reach, such as those in three-storey houses or ones that require the use of a ladder. They can be paired with our range of security features like hinge guards, protection plates for hinges or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
It is important to measure the hinge on your current window to ensure that you get replacements that are the same size. The most efficient method to do this is by viewing the hinge in the image gallery and working out the location you would like it to be. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides and the side hung hinges can only be used to one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and is also fire rated. 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 fits better, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
Choosing the right type of hinge can be the difference between making or breaking your composite door hinge replacement's appearance. It's important to match the finish and style of your patio door hinge replacement with its hinges for a cohesive appearance that is both functional and visually appealing.
Choosing and fitting upvc window hinges for replacement double glazing hinges isn't as difficult as you might imagine. It is important to check the arrows on the hinges is facing in the correct direction and the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.
There are several different types of hinges, each having their distinct characteristics. This article will review the most common types of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are an excellent choice for replacing or upgrading windows for fire escapes because they are able to open at a 90-degree angle. They can also be lowered to an easy clean position to allow you to easily reach the outside of windows to clean them without climbing on a ladder or lean over at angles that could be dangerous.
These heavy duty egress hinges are manufactured by Yale which is among the most well-known and reliable home security brands on the market today. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side hung window. They can be moved to the clean position by pressing in a small button and then moving the window sash to one side. Once closed, the window sash will be returned to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm sizes are available. Depending on the size of your existing window, we suggest using our Egress Selection Guide to determine which product is best for your needs.
The hinges are designed to be used in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame which is made of aluminum or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window easier and reduces the chances of closing the window accidentally during severe 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.
With no buttons or catches The Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is easy to use and provides a convenient solution for emergency egress and safe cleaning. The hinge retention clip is located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will release both the catches on the top and bottom allowing you move the sash into the easy-cleaning position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to reset the hinges to their original position.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also called "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows with side openings to ensure fire safety. These types of hinges open more wide and faster than standard hinges to allow an expansive clear opening to escape in the event of an emergency fire. Building regulations require that this kind of hinge must be installed in any habitable space with windows.
They feature an exclusive friction stopper that allows the window to open at a 90 degree angle and allows the opening sash to slide across when open to make it easy to clean the outside of the glass, without having to use ladders. The hinges have no fiddly catch or buttons and are operated with a simple, safe 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 by a hidden button, providing you with peace of mind that your children won't accidentally open the window too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
Measure the length of the existing side-hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame. (See the guide on measuring upvc window hinges). Then, select the appropriate size hinge from the choices below.
Please note that the measurement is taken from the part that is fixed to the frame not the sash, the actual hinge length may be slightly shorter or larger based on the manufacturing process of your old windows. When deciding the width of the hinge most upvc frames will fit the 13mm stack height however if your original window frame measures 17mm, choose this option. You can also install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All the hinges are supplied handed (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. If required, these can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These screws are designed to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them work smoothly for longer. They have a lower friction design and a better weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are occasions windows need to fully open and this can be difficult using a standard hinge. These child safety friction hinges are an excellent way to solve this problem. They can be used in situations where ventilation is required but escaping or cleaning an fire isn't possible. They restrict the amount of opening the sash, and permit the override of this limitation by pressing a button. They can be used for top and side hung windows and are available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights.The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinges blend the advantages of a standard restrictor, and a fire escape pivot to provide a simple but efficient way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used on the top and side openings of uPVC window. It is offered as a pair of hinges where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other unrestricted, allowing one hinge to be installed to the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.
These uPVC restricting hinges have been tested to BS6375, part 2. They are intended to be used on windows that cannot be fully opened like a small child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash opens to an appropriate height of 100mm, and re-engages once the window is closed.
These uPVC friction-style hinges can be used with any type of windows. They are particularly suitable for windows that are difficult to reach, such as those in three-storey houses or ones that require the use of a ladder. They can be paired with our range of security features like hinge guards, protection plates for hinges or dog bolts to offer PAS 24 performance.
It is important to measure the hinge on your current window to ensure that you get replacements that are the same size. The most efficient method to do this is by viewing the hinge in the image gallery and working out the location you would like it to be. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides and the side hung hinges can only be used to one side.
Standard Hinge
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional parts to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and is also fire rated. 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 fits better, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
Choosing the right type of hinge can be the difference between making or breaking your composite door hinge replacement's appearance. It's important to match the finish and style of your patio door hinge replacement with its hinges for a cohesive appearance that is both functional and visually appealing.
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