A uPVC-framed window won't open

Causes

The window or frame may be warped, causing the sash to stick

Hinges are corroded/have seized

Listed under: Interior, Exterior, plastic, unplasticised polyvinyl chloride (uPVC), windows, fixings and hardware, fixings, hardware

Cause

The window or frame may be warped, causing the sash to stick

Repair

  • tap along the length of sash with a hammer and wooden block to release bound window

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Cause

Hinges are corroded/have seized

Repair

  • replace hinges

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