Can double glazing reduce noise entering my home?
Properties that are situated near busy roads or footpaths often consider changing their windows and doors to eliminate noise. Most residence have heard the claims that double glazing will reduce noise but is this claim true or not? If double glazing reduces sound, then triple glazing must be better! As more and more people are now working from home it is essential to keep your home quiet and noise free.
How to eliminate noise through your windows
Unwanted sound can be extremely invasive when studding or whilst answering work calls, it can also have a negative impact on your health. The frustration caused by extreme noise can cause stress, especially when trying to get some sleep. Fortunately, double glazing can reduce the noise levels by up to 95%.
We do not claim that we will eliminate all of excessive noise. However, by replacing your windows with Peterborough Doors, our windows will definitely help.
The noise difference by installing double glazing windows with Peterborough Doors will depend on the following factors:
The age and state of your currant window.
Where the noise is coming from
Is the noise being leaked into the house from outside the frame
How close the traffic is from your property
Lastly how sensitive you are to noise.
What is a noise reduction window?
A noise reduction window otherwise known as acoustic window unit, reduces the amount of noise that can be transmitted through a window.