15 Unquestionably Reasons To Love Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
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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 think. It is important to check the arrow on the hinges is facing in the correct direction and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.
There are a few different types of hinges to choose from, each with distinct characteristics. This article will focus on the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great choice for replacing or upgrading the fire escape safety window since they can be opened at a 90-degree angle. They can also be removed to an easy clean position to allow you to easily reach the outside of your windows to clean them without having to climb an overhang or climb a ladder at potentially dangerous angles.
These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are made by Yale one of the most known and trusted home security brands on the market today. These hinges are compatible with any type of uPVC side-hung window. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash is moved to the side and into the position that is easy to clean. Once closed, the sash will automatically reset to its original operative position.
They are available in both 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Depending on the size of your window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for your needs.
These hinges are designed to work in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium hinged doors. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window simpler and less likely of a mistaken closing in severe winds. They have been tested to over 30,000 cycles and are compliant 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 catches. It is a simple and safe option for emergency exits and cleaning. Press the hinge retention clip located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Once you are in the clean position, close the window to reset the hinges 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 escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of window hinges open more wide and faster than conventional hinges to provide a large clear opening to escape in the event of an emergency fire. This type of hinge is a legal requirement in any living space that has windows, as stipulated by building regulations.
The windows have a friction stay that allows them to open to a 90-degree angle. They also allow the opening sash to slide over the glass when it's opened which allows for easy cleaning without the need to use ladders. The bi-fold doors hinges are simple to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catchers. They can be operated from the inside of the home using an easy, safe lever.
The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restrictor for day-to-day use that can be reverted with a hidden button giving you peace of thought that your children won't accidentally open the door too far. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
To order these hinges simply measure the length of your existing side-hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Choose the right size hinge below.
Please note that this measurement is taken at the part of the hinge that connects to the frame and not the sash. The actual hinge length may be shorter or longer depending on the way your old windows were manufactured. When deciding on the width of the hinge, most frames made of upvc will have a stack height of 13mm, but if your old window frame has 17mm, then select this option. You can also opt for the 4mm packer in order to compensate for the difference. All hinges are in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. If needed, they can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges that allow them to run efficiently for a longer. They feature a design with reduced friction and a more durable weather seal, which includes an encapsulated nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are occasions windows need to open fully and this can be a challenge with hinges that are standard. These child safety friction hinges are a fantastic way to solve this problem. They can be used when ventilation is required but cleaning or escape from a fire is not possible. They work by restricting the amount the sash can open and allow the to override this restriction by pressing an option. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights and can be used for both top and side hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the features of a standard restrictor with an escape hinge to offer an efficient and simple method to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and is suitable for the top and side openings of uPVC window. It is available as a pair of hinges where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other free, allowing one to be installed on the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.
These uPVC hinges are restrictive and have been tested to BS6375 Part 2 and are designed for use on a window that cannot be fully opened like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash opens up to 100mm in a safe distance, and re-engages once the window is closed.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on all styles of windows and are perfect for difficult to access windows above ground level three-storey flats and windows that normally require a ladder to reach them. They can be improved by our security enhancements, such as hinge guards, or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge it is essential to determine the length of the existing hinge so that you can order replacements that match in size. The easiest method to do this is to look at the hinge in the gallery and working out the location you would like it to be placed. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides and the side hung double glazed hinges are restricted only 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 fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of a hinge, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The proper hinge can enhance or break the look of your door. It's crucial to match the style and finish of your door with its hinges for a cohesive design that is both practical and visually appealing.
The process of selecting and fitting upvc window hinges for replacement isn't as difficult as you think. It is important to check the arrow on the hinges is facing in the correct direction and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.There are a few different types of hinges to choose from, each with distinct characteristics. This article will focus on the most popular types of uPVC window hinges and their advantages.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
They are a great choice for replacing or upgrading the fire escape safety window since they can be opened at a 90-degree angle. They can also be removed to an easy clean position to allow you to easily reach the outside of your windows to clean them without having to climb an overhang or climb a ladder at potentially dangerous angles.
These egress hinges are heavy-duty and are made by Yale one of the most known and trusted home security brands on the market today. These hinges are compatible with any type of uPVC side-hung window. By pressing a tiny button, the window sash is moved to the side and into the position that is easy to clean. Once closed, the sash will automatically reset to its original operative position.
They are available in both 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Depending on the size of your window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for your needs.
These hinges are designed to work in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium hinged doors. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window simpler and less likely of a mistaken closing in severe winds. They have been tested to over 30,000 cycles and are compliant 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 catches. It is a simple and safe option for emergency exits and cleaning. Press the hinge retention clip located on the inside of the bottom corner. This will open the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into the easy-clean position. Once you are in the clean position, close the window to reset the hinges 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 escape (fire safety) reasons. These types of window hinges open more wide and faster than conventional hinges to provide a large clear opening to escape in the event of an emergency fire. This type of hinge is a legal requirement in any living space that has windows, as stipulated by building regulations.
The windows have a friction stay that allows them to open to a 90-degree angle. They also allow the opening sash to slide over the glass when it's opened which allows for easy cleaning without the need to use ladders. The bi-fold doors hinges are simple to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catchers. They can be operated from the inside of the home using an easy, safe lever.
The hinges are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restrictor for day-to-day use that can be reverted with a hidden button giving you peace of thought that your children won't accidentally open the door too far. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
To order these hinges simply measure the length of your existing side-hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Choose the right size hinge below.
Please note that this measurement is taken at the part of the hinge that connects to the frame and not the sash. The actual hinge length may be shorter or longer depending on the way your old windows were manufactured. When deciding on the width of the hinge, most frames made of upvc will have a stack height of 13mm, but if your old window frame has 17mm, then select this option. You can also opt for the 4mm packer in order to compensate for the difference. All hinges are in two different directions (1 left and one right). The hinges are not equipped with screws. If needed, they can be purchased separately. We recommend using our upvc window hinge repair screws. These are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges that allow them to run efficiently for a longer. They feature a design with reduced friction and a more durable weather seal, which includes an encapsulated nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are occasions windows need to open fully and this can be a challenge with hinges that are standard. These child safety friction hinges are a fantastic way to solve this problem. They can be used when ventilation is required but cleaning or escape from a fire is not possible. They work by restricting the amount the sash can open and allow the to override this restriction by pressing an option. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights and can be used for both top and side hung windows.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the features of a standard restrictor with an escape hinge to offer an efficient and simple method to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and is suitable for the top and side openings of uPVC window. It is available as a pair of hinges where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other free, allowing one to be installed on the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.
These uPVC hinges are restrictive and have been tested to BS6375 Part 2 and are designed for use on a window that cannot be fully opened like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash opens up to 100mm in a safe distance, and re-engages once the window is closed.
As with the other types of uPVC friction hinges, these can be used on all styles of windows and are perfect for difficult to access windows above ground level three-storey flats and windows that normally require a ladder to reach them. They can be improved by our security enhancements, such as hinge guards, or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge it is essential to determine the length of the existing hinge so that you can order replacements that match in size. The easiest method to do this is to look at the hinge in the gallery and working out the location you would like it to be placed. Top hung hinges can be restricted on both sides and the side hung double glazed hinges are restricted only 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 fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of a hinge, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fit better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
The proper hinge can enhance or break the look of your door. It's crucial to match the style and finish of your door with its hinges for a cohesive design that is both practical and visually appealing.
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