How to fit a window hinge:

This tutorial will help you change uPVC Window Hinge's, although it is fairly straightforward careful planning is important. In some cases if the faulty window is not on the footing floor ii people volition exist needed, one to support the window and the other to prepare the window sash to the window frame.

1: Measuring The Original Window Hinge

To exist able to change your faulty window hinge you must first measure the swivel (Dim A)

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(Dim A)

Measure out the existing window hinge from the top corner to the end of the long bar (See Diagram Fig 1)

Delight notation the size when ordering a new window hinge choose a hinge that lucifer's the size of the original. (It is not essential that the length is exactly the same, merely the lengths should exist as near as possible)  2d measure the width of the hinge (Dim B) the near mutual width is 17-18mm nonetheless should your hinge be 15-16mm and so you should cull the slimline version

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The window hinges at both sides should be replaced even if only one is faulty

Well-nigh uPVC windows at present fit window hinges with a stack height of 13mm all the same some of the older window frames have hinges with a stack height of 17mm.  (Run into Diagram fig ii)  The most common tiptop is 13mm yet should yours mensurate 17mm then you will need the 17mm stack height range.

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ii: Removing The Faulty Window Hinge

To remove the old hinge at that place will usually be 3 screws holding the swivel to the sash and three property the hinge to the outer frame, remove each screw (Delight note if the sash is large y'all will need assist to support the sash while you remove the screws)  (Meet Diagram fig iii)

3: Purchasing the Window Swivel:

  • Standard Window Hinges at UPVC Spares 4 Repairs
  • Fire Escape (Piece of cake Clean) Hinges at UPVC Spares four Repairs
  • Restricted Window Hinges at UPVC Spares iv Repairs
  • Slimline Window Hinges at UPVC Spares 4 Repairs

four: Replacing The Window Hinge

The new window swivel should be placed confronting the top corner of the frame, if the original holes are not visible or do non match the new hinge don't worry new holes tin can me made with the original screws.

uPVC frames have a resistance to screws similar to woods  (See Diagram Fig four)

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5: Fitting the hinge to the sash

Fitting the hinge to the sash is the same equally the outer frame but you lot volition need to check a few things, first put the top of the hinge near to the top of the sash and attach two screws, then bank check to see if the window will shut correctly and in the right position, you may need to alter the position of the hinge slightly higher or lower to achieve the right positioning.  (See Diagram fig 5)

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