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Choosing Upvc window hinge friction stay Replacement Hinges

The process of selecting and fitting upvc window replacement hinges isn't as difficult as you might imagine. It is important to check the arrows on the hinges is facing the correct way and also the thickness (13mm or 17mm) of the hinge arm on the open frame.

There are a variety of different kinds of hinges, each with its distinct characteristics. This article will discuss some of the most common uPVC hinges, as well as their benefits.

Egress/Easy Clean Hinge

These are a great choice to replace or upgrade your fire escape safety windows as they open to a full 90-degree angle. They can be closed to a 'easy-clean' position which allows you to get access to the outside of windows without the need to climb ladders or lean over dangerous angles.

Yale is among the most reputable and well-known brands in the home security industry. These hinges are suitable for any type of uPVC side-hung windows. By pressing a small button the window sash is moved to the side and into the easy-cleaning position. After closing, the sash will be reset to its initial position.

They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights. Based on the size of your window, we recommend using our Egress Selection Guide to determine the best product for your needs.

These hinges can be used with standard side-hung frames made of uPVC, or aluminium. The friction screw is used to adjust the resistance. This makes opening the window more simple and reduces the chance of a mistaken closing in strong winds. They have been tested for more than 30000 cycles and are in compliance with British Standards approved BS EN 130126-6:2008 and BBA/Secured by Design.

There are no buttons or catches the Nico Egress Easy Clean friction hinges for aluminium windows Hinge is simple to use and offers a practical solution for emergency egress and secure cleaning. Use the hinge retention clip located on the inner corner of the bottom corner. This will release the bottom and top catches which will allow you to slide the sash into an easy-clean position. Close the window after you have the sash in an easy-cleaning position. This will set the hinges back to their exit positions.

Fire-Escape Hinge

Fire Escape Hinges commonly referred to as "Easy Clean" hinges are used to replace side-opening windows to allow egress (fire safety) reasons. These hinges allow for a larger opening in the event of fire. Building regulations stipulate that this kind of hinge should be placed in any space that is habitable and has a window.

They have an exclusive friction stay that opens the window to 90 degrees and also allows the opening sash to slide across when it is open to make it easy to clean the exterior side of the glass, without having to use ladders. The hinges are easy to operate and don't have complicated buttons or catch mechanisms. They can be operated from inside of the house using a simple, safe lever.

The hinges, which are manufactured in the UK by Cotswold are fitted with the safety of children in every day use. This can be removed by an invisible button. You'll have peace of mind knowing that your children won't open the windows too wide. They are available in 13mm or 17mm stack heights.

To order these hinges, simply measure the length of your current side-hung window hinge that is fixed to the frame (see the article on measuring your upvc window hinges repair near me hinges). Then select the correct size hinge from the choices below.

Please note that this measurement is taken from the part of the hinge that connects to the frame, not the sash. The actual hinge length could be shorter or longer dependent on how the windows were made in the past. Also, when selecting the width of your hinge most upvc windows will fit a 13mm stack height. However, should your window frame have 17mm then choose the option to use this. Alternatively you can fit the 4mm packer to make up the difference. All hinges come in two different directions (1 left and one right). Screws are not included with the hinges. If required, these can be purchased separately. Our window repair screws made of upvc are highly recommended. These screws are designed to improve your hinges' performance and allow them to operate effortlessly for a longer. They have a reduced friction design, and an improved weather seal that is fitted with a new nylon reducer cap.

Restricted Hinge

Standard hinges can make it difficult to open a window fully. These child safety friction hinges are a fantastic solution to this issue. They can be used when ventilation is needed but escaping or cleaning a fire is not feasible. They function by limiting the amount that the sash can open, and allow for the to override this restriction by pressing a button. They are available in 13mm and 17mm stack heights and can be used to open both top and side hung windows.

The Nico Restricted Egress Hinges combine the features of both a standard restrictor and a pivot for fire escape to provide a simple but efficient method of complying with building regulations. It is suitable for both side hung and top opening uPVC windows and comes in 17mm and 13mm stack heights. It is offered in a pair, where one hinge is the restricted egress and the second is free, allowing one to be installed on the bottom of the sash while the other is fitted to the top.

These uPVC restricting hinges have been tested to BS6375 part 2 and are designed to be used on windows that isn't able to be fully opened, like a small children's bedroom. The mechanism limits the extent to which the sash can open to the safety level of 100mm and then re-engages when the window is closed.

Like the other types of uPVC friction hinges they can be installed on any type of stiff window hinges and are ideal for those difficult to access windows above the ground three-storey flats and windows that normally require a ladder to access them. They can be complemented with our selection of security features like hinge guard protection plates or dog bolts for PAS 24 performance.

It is essential to measure the hinge on your current window hinge fix to ensure that you get replacements that are the same size. The easiest way to do this is by viewing the hinge in the image gallery and working out the best place for it to be. The top-hung hinges can only be placed 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 additional parts to help reduce friction. It is available in a variety of finishes and has an NFPA-certified fire rating. For a quick way to determine the radius of your hinge put it on its flat surface and then line up the quarter and 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.

The right hinge can be the difference between making or breaking your door's appearance. It's essential to match the finish and style of your door with the hinges to create a unified appearance that is both practical and visually appealing.