Sound control door
With regards to STC ratings, the higher the number, the better. On average, a single pane window achieves an STC rating of approximately 18-20.
Introducing a thicker pane of glass significantly reduces and dampens sound waves.įor a more in-depth and comprehensive understanding please visit
SOUND CONTROL DOOR WINDOWS
For instance, you can request that your new windows and doors have an 1/8″ and 3/16″ sound control glass package added. As mentioned above, you can further control the sound by adding a dis-similar glass package. You know the saying two is better than one? Well it is! That second pane of glass not only helps to insulate your home better, but it’s also reducing sound coming into your home. For the standard glazing package of any new dual pane window or door, the default glass thickness of each pane is set to be the same. Now, depending on the size of the window or door, the thickness of each pane can range from 1/16″ glass to 1/4″ glass, up to 7/32″ laminated glass. Adding dis-similar glass thickness in a dual pane window or doorįor most dual pane windows and doors the two panes of glass are the same thickness. However, if you are looking for further sound control, then you can choose to add a sound control glass package to your new windows and doors. Fortunately, simply replacing your old single pane windows and doors with dual pane windows and doors will make a significant improvement! On average, a homeowner can expect about a 50% reduction in noise when replacing single pane windows or doors with dual pane windows or doors.
Single pane windows and doors do not offer much in noise reduction. What Are My Options for Sound Control Windows in San Diego?įor many homeowners in San Diego, your home still has the original 1/16″ or 1/8″ single pane windows and/or doors installed. Well, if you are looking to improve the peace and quiet in your home, look no further! Coughlin Windows and Doors offers and installs sound control windows and patio doors that are suitable for San Diego’s climate. Coughlin Windows and Doors Offers Sound Control Windows in San Diegoĭo you live on a loud and/or busy street? Is the noise from a barking dog keeping you awake at night? Do you live near the airport, trolley, or coaster? Or maybe you just happen to have those very social neighbors…