Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
The process of selecting and fitting upvc window hinges for replacement isn’t as difficult as you may think. Make sure the hinges’ arrows face in the correct direction, and measure the thickness of the hinge arms on the frame that opens (13mm or17mm).
There are several different types of hinges, each with its distinctive characteristics. This article will review the most commonly used types of uPVC window hinges, and their benefits.
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 removed to an easy clean position, allowing you to easily access the outside of windows to clean them without the need to climb a ladder or lean over at potentially dangerous angles.
These heavy-duty egress hinges are made by Yale which is among the most known and reliable home security brands on the market today. These hinges are compatible with any type of uPVC side-hung windows. They can be moved to the easy-to-clean position by pressing a small button and then moving the window sash to one side. After closing, the sash will be reset to its original position.
Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Use our Egress Selection Guide to help you determine the best product for your window.
These hinges are designed to work with standard side-hung frames, either uPVC or aluminium doors hinges. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows easier and reduces the chances of accidental closing during high 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.
With no buttons or catches There are no buttons or catches. Nico Egress Easy Clean Friction Hinge is simple 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 and then press the hinge retaining clip on the inside of the bottom corner. This will release both the top and bottom catches which will allow you to slide the sash to the easy-cleaning position. Close the window once you have the sash in the easy-cleaning position. This will 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 windows that open sideways to allow egress (fire safety) reasons. These hinges permit a larger opening in the event of a fire. Building regulations stipulate that this type of hinge has to be set in any room that has a window.
They have a unique friction stay that opens the window to 90 degrees and also allows the sash opening to slide across the glass when it is open to make it easy to clean the exterior side of the glass without needing to use ladders. The hinges are easy to operate and do not have complicated buttons or catches. They can be operated from inside of the house using an easy, safe lever.
The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come complete with a child safety restraint 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 pvc window hinges too far. The stack heights are 13mm or 17mm.
Find the length of the current side-hung window hinge, which is fixed to the frame. (See the guide for measuring the length of upvc window hinges). Select the correct size hinge below.
Note that this measurement is taken at the hinge’s point that attaches to the frame and not the sash. The actual hinge length could be shorter or longer dependent on how the old windows were manufactured. When deciding the width of the hinge most frames made of upvc will have the 13mm stack height however if your previous window frame is 17mm, you should select this option. You can also utilize the 4mm packer in order to make up the difference. The hinges are available in two different directions (1 left and one right). Screws are not included with the hinges. These can be bought separately if you require. Our window hinge replacement repair screws made of upvc are highly recommended. They are specially designed to improve the performance of your hinges that allow them to run efficiently for a longer. They have a reduced-friction design and a more durable weather seal, which includes caps made of nylon.
Restricted Hinge
Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. These child safety hinges help to overcome this issue and are a great solution when ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in the case of fire isn’t possible. They work by restricting the amount that the sash can open and allowing the control of this limitation with the push of a button. They work with both side- and top-hung windows and are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction hinge combines the advantages of a standard restrictor as well as a fire escape hinge to provide an effective and simple way to comply with building regulations. It is suitable for both side hung and top opening uPVC windows and is available in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is supplied in a pair, where one hinge is the restricted egress and the other unrestricted, allowing one hinge to be placed to the lower part of the sash, while the other is attached to the top.
These uPVC hinges are made to be used with windows that aren’t able to be fully opened, for instance bedrooms for children. The mechanism limits the extent to which the sash is able to 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 styles of windows and are suitable for difficult to access windows above the ground three-storey flats, or those that typically require a ladder to reach them. They can be complemented with our range of security enhancements like hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts to provide PAS 24 performance.
When replacing a window hinge, it is important to measure the length of the current hinge to ensure that you order replacements that match in size. This can be done by looking through the image gallery of the hinge before deciding the best place to put it. The hinges that hang from the top can only be positioned on one side, whereas the side hung hinges can only be put on one side.
Standard Hinge
Standard hinges use metal-to-metal connections and do not require any extra parts to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and also has an NFPA-certified fire rating. To determine the radius of your hinge lay it flat and align the quarter and dime in two corners. If the dime fits better than the quarter, the corner is rounded by 1/4 inch. If the quarter fit better, it’s rounded to 5/8 inch.
The right hinge can make or ruin the appearance of your door. Achieving the same design and style of your hinges with your door will give it a cohesive and attractive look.