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Choosing Upvc awning window hinges Replacement Hinges

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

There are a variety of different kinds of hinges, each with their own unique features. This article will discuss the most popular kinds of uPVC window hinges and the advantages they offer.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

They are a great choice for replacing or upgrading windows for fire escapes because they open at a full 90-degree angle. They can also be disengaged to an 'easy clean' position, allowing you to easily access the exterior of windows to clean them without having to climb a ladder or lean over at potentially hazardous angles.

These heavy-duty egress hinges are manufactured by Yale one of the most well-known and respected home security brands available today. They work with all types of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button, the window sash will be slid to the side and then into the easy-cleaning position. After closing, the sash will automatically 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 can be used with traditional side-hung frames made from aluminium or uPVC. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the windows easier and reduces the chances of accidental closing during strong 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 simple to operate and provides a simple solution to emergency egress as well as safe cleaning. First, open the door to the egress (full opening) position, then press the hinge retaining clip on the inner side of the bottom corner. This will release the bottom and top catches, allowing you to slide the sash into an easy-clean position. Close the window when 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 side opening windows to allow escape (fire safety) reasons. They allow for a larger opening in the event of a fire. This type of hinge is legal in any living space that has windows, as required by building regulations.

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 the glass when it is open for easy cleaning of the exterior side of the glass 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 the inside of the home.

The hinges are produced in the UK by Cotswold and come with a child safety restrictor for use throughout the day that can be reverted 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.

To order these hinges, simply take a measurement of the length of your current side hung window hinge that fixes to the frame (see the guidelines for measuring your upvc windows hinges awning window hinges hinges). Choose the proper size hinge below.

It is important to note that this measurement is taken from the hinge's part that is attached to the frame, not the sash. The actual length of the hinge can be longer or shorter dependent on how the windows were originally made. Also, when selecting the width of your hinge, most upvc windows will fit 13mm stack height, however should your old window frame has 17mm, then select the option that fits this. Alternately, you can install the 4mm packer to make up for the difference. All hinges come in two different directions (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. They are specifically designed to improve the performance of your hinges, allowing them to operate smoothly for longer. They feature a less friction design, and an improved weather seal with a new nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open windows completely. These restricted child safety friction hinges can help 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 function by limiting the amount the sash can open and allowing the control of this limitation with an option. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. They are suitable for top and side-hung windows.

The Nico Restricted Egress Hinges combine the benefits of a standard restrictor, and an escape pivot to provide a simple but efficient way to meet building regulations. It is available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights and can be used on both side and top opening uPVC window. It is supplied in a pair, where one hinge is the restricted egress and the other unrestricted allowing one of these to be fitted on the lower part of the sash, while the other hinge is installed to the top.

These uPVC hinges are made to be used with windows that aren't able to be fully opened, for instance a child's bedroom. The mechanism restricts how far the sash opens to a safe position of 100mm and then it re-engages after the window is closed.

These uPVC friction-style hinges can be used on all kinds of windows. They are especially useful for windows that are difficult to reach, like those in three-storey houses or those that require a ladder. They can be combined with our selection of security enhancements like hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts for PAS 24 performance.

When replacing a window hinge it is important to determine the length of the current hinge to ensure that you purchase replacements that are similar in size. The easiest way to do this is to look at the hinge in the gallery and working out where you want it to be. The hinges that hang from the top can only be placed on one side, whereas the side hung hinges can only be placed on one side.

Standard Hinge

Standard hinges feature metal-to-metal contacts and do not require extra parts to reduce friction. It's available in a range of finishes and is also fire rated. To quickly determine the radius of hinges, lay it out flat and align a quarter dime in two corners. If the dime is more snug and the corner is round by 1/4 inch; if the quarter fits better, it's rounded by 5/8 inch.

The proper hinge can enhance or break the appearance of your door. It's essential to match the finish and style of your door to the hinges to create a unified look that's both functional and visually appealing.