How to fit a window hinge:

This tutorial will help you lot change uPVC Window Hinge'due south, although it is adequately straightforward careful planning is important. In some cases if the faulty window is not on the ground floor two people will be needed, i to support the window and the other to fix the window sash to the window frame.

i: Measuring The Original Window Swivel

To be able to change your faulty window hinge you must showtime measure the hinge (Dim A)

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(Dim A)

Mensurate the existing window hinge from the top corner to the end of the long bar (See Diagram Fig ane)

Please note the size when ordering a new window swivel choose a hinge that match's the size of the original. (It is not essential that the length is exactly the aforementioned, but the lengths should be as virtually as possible)  Second measure the width of the hinge (Dim B) the most common width is 17-18mm however should your hinge be 15-16mm so you should choose the slimline version

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The window hinges at both sides should be replaced even if simply i is faulty

Most uPVC windows now fit window hinges with a stack height of 13mm however some of the older window frames have hinges with a stack tiptop of 17mm.  (See Diagram fig two)  The most mutual height is 13mm notwithstanding should yours measure 17mm so you will need the 17mm stack pinnacle range.

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2: Removing The Faulty Window Hinge

To remove the erstwhile hinge there volition normally be three screws holding the hinge to the sash and three belongings the hinge to the outer frame, remove each screw (Please note if the sash is large you lot will need help to support the sash while yous remove the screws)  (See Diagram fig 3)

3: Purchasing the Window Hinge:

  • Standard Window Hinges at UPVC Spares 4 Repairs
  • Fire Escape (Easy Clean) Hinges at UPVC Spares iv Repairs
  • Restricted Window Hinges at UPVC Spares 4 Repairs
  • Slimline Window Hinges at UPVC Spares iv Repairs

4: Replacing The Window Hinge

The new window hinge should exist placed against 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 can me fabricated with the original screws.

uPVC frames have a resistance to screws similar to wood  (Run across Diagram Fig 4)

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5: Fitting the hinge to the sash

Plumbing equipment the hinge to the sash is the same as the outer frame just you will need to bank check a few things, get-go put the superlative of the hinge near to the pinnacle of the sash and attach two screws, so check to see if the window volition shut correctly and in the correct position, you lot may need to alter the position of the hinge slightly college or lower to achieve the correct positioning.  (Come across Diagram fig 5)

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