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When considering installing new or replacement windows, you may have come across soundproof windows as an option. At Euroseal, we’ve found that many of our clients are looking into noise-reduction windows to preserve the peace and quiet of their homes.
Noise-reduction windows stop outside noise vibrations from entering the home. They are made using a combination of various soundproofing materials.
This article explores sound-reducing windows and covers everything from the types of soundproof windows available to you to how those windows manage to reduce sound pollution.
Before investing money on soundproofing upgrades, you should first determine whether or not you would even benefit from noise-reduction windows in the first place.
At Euroseal, we’ve found that most of our clients want soundproof windows for one of the following reasons.
While there are many styles of noise-reducing windows, most windows designed to absorb sound have some features in common. These include:
Noise reduction windows are an effective solution to noise pollution caused by busy roads, passersby, or train tracks running close to your house. There are a few different types of noise-reducing windows that you can opt for your next window upgrade. These include:
At Euroseal, we install lots of double and triple-paned windows. They are most commonly chosen for their ability to improve energy efficiency in homes. However, they’re also an effective solution for reducing noise pollution.
Laminated glass, as we mentioned previously, is common in windows specifically designed for soundproofing. They can help to reduce the noise coming in from outside. However, quite a lot of laminated glass options come with fixed windows. This means that while you won’t hear the noise from outside, you also won’t be able to open the window for ventilation.
Smart windows are a newer technology that can be installed in homes for various reasons. Indeed, with this innovative technology, your windows can react to changes in lighting from outside to keep the house cool or warm, can change the amount of light coming through the windows for visibility reasons, and even change the noise-cancelling abilities of your windows.
Acoustic switchable glass is commonly used in places where privacy is key, like spas and offices, but it may also be used in warehouses with noisy machinery and even residential environments. It can be used to enhance privacy and keep noise out when you choose.
In most residential scenarios, upgrading windows to triple-paned windows can enhance soundproofing without any extra expense. Installing new windows is also likely to improve the frame and ensure there are no gaps that allow sound through. For some people, this is enough noise cancelling.
Laminated glass is a popular option for people living in particularly noisy areas. And while they are great for reducing noise, there are some drawbacks. The biggest one, of course, is that most laminated windows do not open. So, if you’re willing to sacrifice ventilation options, then this could be a good choice for you.
Lastly, smart window technology is the right option if you want flexibility. While it is a more expensive option, you do have the chance to change the soundproofing abilities of your window as you please.
Getting home in the evenings and trying to relax while passersby disturb your peace is a good enough reason for many to look into ways to soundproof windows. Thankfully, even just a regular upgrade to double and triple-paned windows can enhance the tranquility of your home.
If you’re looking for a window replacement and need advice on the best soundproofing options, then contact our experts today. Euroseal has been proudly installing windows and giving helpful advice to homeowners across the GTA for years. Contact us today for more information.
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