Choosing Upvc Window Replacement Hinges
It's not as difficult as it might seem to choose and fit the replacement hinges made of upvc. It is important to check the arrow on the hinges are 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 unique features. This article will review the most popular uPVC hinges and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
These are a great choice to replace upvc window hinge or upgrade your fire escape safety windows because they can open to a full 90-degree angle. They can be closed to an easy-clean position, allowing you to access the outside of windows without the need to climb ladders or lean at risky angles.
Yale is one of the most trusted and well-known brands in the home security industry. They can be used with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button the window sash can be moved to the side, and then into the easy-cleaning position. Once closed, the sash will be reset to its initial position.
Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Make use of our Egress Selection Guide to help you select the best product for your window.
The hinges are designed to work in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of closing the window accidentally during high winds. They have been tested for over 30000 cycles and are in compliance with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.
With no buttons or catches There are no buttons or catches. 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 inner corner of the bottom corner. This will open both the top and bottom catches allowing you move the sash towards the easy-cleaning position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to reset the hinges back to their egress positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows that open sideways to protect against fire. These types of hinges open wider and Casement Windows hinges faster than standard hinges to allow a large clear opening to escape in the case of a fire. Building regulations stipulate that this kind of hinge has to be set in any room that has a window.
The windows feature the benefit of a friction stop that allows the windows to open up to 90 degrees. They also let the opening sash to slide across the glass when opened which allows for easy cleaning without the need to use ladders. The hinges are easy to use and have no complicated buttons or catches. They can be operated from inside of the house using a safe, simple lever.
The hinges are made in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety restraint for day-to-day use that can be overridden with 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.
To purchase these hinges, measure the length of your existing side-hung window hinge which is fixed to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Select the proper size hinge from the options below.
Please note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's point that attaches to the frame, not the sash. The actual hinge length could be shorter or longer depending on how your windows were originally made. When choosing the width of your hinge the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with 13mm stack height, however should your old window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All the hinges are supplied handed (1 left and one right). Screws are not included in the hinges. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. We recommend using our Upvc window hinge repair screws. They are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function efficiently for a longer. They have a reduced-friction design and a heightened weather seal that includes a nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are instances casement Windows Hinges need to completely open, and this can be a challenge with a standard hinge. These child safety hinges can help overcome this problem and provide a solution for situations where ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in the event of fire is not feasible. They function by limiting the amount the sash can open and allow the control of this limitation with a button. They are suitable for both side and top-hung windows and come in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge combines the features of a standard restrictor with a fire escape hinge to offer an effective and simple way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and is suitable for both side and top opening uPVC window. It is supplied in a pair, where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other free, allowing one to be installed at the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.
These upvc window hinge replacement hinges are made to be used with windows that cannot be fully opened, such as the bedroom of a child. The mechanism restricts the distance the sash can open to 100mm in a safe distance, and re-engages once the window is closed.
Like the other kinds of uPVC friction hinges, these 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 for access to them. They can be improved with our range security enhancements, such as hinge guard protection plate or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.
It is crucial to take measurements of the hinge on your current window in order to get replacements that are the same size. The easiest method to do this is to look at the hinge in the image gallery and determining where you want it to be placed. 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
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional components to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and has an NFPA-certified fire rating. To quickly determine the radius of a hinge, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the dime fits better and the corner is round by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fits better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
Choosing the right type of hinge can be the difference between making or breaking the appearance of your pvc door hinges. It's important to match the finish and style of your composite door hinges to its hinges for a cohesive look that's both functional and visually appealing.
It's not as difficult as it might seem to choose and fit the replacement hinges made of upvc. It is important to check the arrow on the hinges are 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 unique features. This article will review the most popular uPVC hinges and their benefits.
Egress/Easy Clean Hinge
These are a great choice to replace upvc window hinge or upgrade your fire escape safety windows because they can open to a full 90-degree angle. They can be closed to an easy-clean position, allowing you to access the outside of windows without the need to climb ladders or lean at risky angles.
Yale is one of the most trusted and well-known brands in the home security industry. They can be used with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button the window sash can be moved to the side, and then into the easy-cleaning position. Once closed, the sash will be reset to its initial position.
Both 13mm and 17mm are available. Make use of our Egress Selection Guide to help you select the best product for your window.
The hinges are designed to work in conjunction with a standard side-hung frame, either uPVC or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows more simple and reduces the chance of closing the window accidentally during high winds. They have been tested for over 30000 cycles and are in compliance with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.
With no buttons or catches There are no buttons or catches. 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 inner corner of the bottom corner. This will open both the top and bottom catches allowing you move the sash towards the easy-cleaning position. Once it is in the easy-clean position, close the window to reset the hinges back to their egress positions.
Fire-Escape Hinge
Fire Escape Hinges (also known as "Easy Clean") are used to replace windows that open sideways to protect against fire. These types of hinges open wider and Casement Windows hinges faster than standard hinges to allow a large clear opening to escape in the case of a fire. Building regulations stipulate that this kind of hinge has to be set in any room that has a window.The windows feature the benefit of a friction stop that allows the windows to open up to 90 degrees. They also let the opening sash to slide across the glass when opened which allows for easy cleaning without the need to use ladders. The hinges are easy to use and have no complicated buttons or catches. They can be operated from inside of the house using a safe, simple lever.
The hinges are made in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety restraint for day-to-day use that can be overridden with 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.
To purchase these hinges, measure the length of your existing side-hung window hinge which is fixed to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring the length of your window hinges made of upvc). Select the proper size hinge from the options below.
Please note that this measurement is taken at the hinge's point that attaches to the frame, not the sash. The actual hinge length could be shorter or longer depending on how your windows were originally made. When choosing the width of your hinge the majority of upvc windows can be fitted with 13mm stack height, however should your old window frame has 17mm, then select the option to use this. You can also use the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All the hinges are supplied handed (1 left and one right). Screws are not included in the hinges. If required, these screws can be purchased separately. We recommend using our Upvc window hinge repair screws. They are specially made to improve the performance of your hinges and allow them to function efficiently for a longer. They have a reduced-friction design and a heightened weather seal that includes a nylon reducer cap.
Restricted Hinge
There are instances casement Windows Hinges need to completely open, and this can be a challenge with a standard hinge. These child safety hinges can help overcome this problem and provide a solution for situations where ventilation is required but access for cleaning or escape in the event of fire is not feasible. They function by limiting the amount the sash can open and allow the control of this limitation with a button. They are suitable for both side and top-hung windows and come in 13mm and 17mm stack heights.
The Nico Restricted Egress Friction Hinge combines the features of a standard restrictor with a fire escape hinge to offer an effective and simple way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and is suitable for both side and top opening uPVC window. It is supplied in a pair, where one hinge is the restricted egress, the other free, allowing one to be installed at the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.
These upvc window hinge replacement hinges are made to be used with windows that cannot be fully opened, such as the bedroom of a child. The mechanism restricts the distance the sash can open to 100mm in a safe distance, and re-engages once the window is closed.
Like the other kinds of uPVC friction hinges, these 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 for access to them. They can be improved with our range security enhancements, such as hinge guard protection plate or dog bolts to attain PAS 24 performance.
It is crucial to take measurements of the hinge on your current window in order to get replacements that are the same size. The easiest method to do this is to look at the hinge in the image gallery and determining where you want it to be placed. 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
A standard hinge uses metal-to-metal contacts and has no additional components to reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and has an NFPA-certified fire rating. To quickly determine the radius of a hinge, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the dime fits better and the corner is round by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fits better, it's rounded to 5/8 inch.
Choosing the right type of hinge can be the difference between making or breaking the appearance of your pvc door hinges. It's important to match the finish and style of your composite door hinges to its hinges for a cohesive look that's both functional and visually appealing.