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No matter whether you’re living in the middle of a bustling city or a growing town, noise pollution can be an unwelcome companion for many homeowners. Whether that be passing traffic, the clatter of trains, or the roar of an aeroplane overhead, these intrusive sounds can have a significant impact on your daily life.
Now, while secondary glazing is renowned for its heat insulation qualities, could it also help reduce noise in your home and create a peaceful haven? Let’s take a look…
What is secondary glazing?
Secondary glazing is the process of installing an additional pane of glass on the interior side of your existing windows. Unlike double glazing, which replaces the entire window unit, secondary glazing preserves the original windows, making it particularly suitable for listed buildings and properties in conservation areas – they’re even recommended by Historic England!
That added layer helps drastically improve heat efficiency, but it also creates an insulating gap that is able to significantly reduce the transmission of external noise into the property.
The science behind the silence
Sound travels in waves, and when these waves encounter barriers of carrying densities and air gaps, their energy diminishes, and the noise you hear is reduced. Secondary glazing capitalises on this principle by introducing a new pane of glass and an additional space of air. This helps to significantly disrupt sound raves and reduce their intensity before they enter your home.
With the right specifications and materials, you could reduce noise pollution by as much as 50 decibels, which, in real terms, is around a 50% reduction in the noise you hear.
How does it compare to double glazing?
Double glazing is a fantastic solution for homes, but many property owners mistakenly believe that it is the best option for noise reduction. However, secondary glazing can be up to five times better in comparison.
Traditional double glazing, or even triple glazing, will have gaps between the panes of around 20mm. Secondary glazing features a gap of around 100mm, meaning fewer sound waves are able to pass through into your home. The thickness of the glass you choose is also important. Double glazing uses two panes of the same thickness, which leads to sympathetic resonance whereby vibrations can pass through more easily.
When you use different thicknesses, like you have in secondary glazing, it helps to dissipate the sound waves more effectively. However, it doesn’t have to be a choice of one or the other, though. Combining double glazing with secondary glazing can maximise sound and heat efficiency.
Additional advantages
Of course, beyond noise reduction, secondary glazing also offers a number of other benefits, including:
- Thermal insulation
The additional pane helps retain heat during colder months, leading to energy savings, reduced bills and increased comfort. - Enhanced security
The extra layers adds a barrier against potential intruders, helping to increase the security of your home. - Preservation of original features
For period properties, secondary glazing allows homeowners to benefit from modern insulation and technology without altering the building’s historic external character.
Need help with your windows?
If you are looking to discover the many benefits that secondary glazed windows can bring to your home, then our team here at Clearview is on hand to help. Our experts will assess your specific needs, creating a bespoke solution that ensures maximum efficiency and noise reduction.
Our high-quality secondary glazing is designed to be unobtrusive and blend seamlessly with your property, so if you want to find out more, get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote today!
Clearview Secondary Glazing
Clearview secondary glazing - the solution to significantly improved acoustic and heat insulation to your property, making your home or offices more comfortable, secure, greener and cost efficient to run. Achieved without the disruption of replacement windows, and without damaging the character of your building.
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