Reducing Noise Pollution.
Apart from the well documented energy saving and aesthetic properties of double glazed window panels, one of the other hidden benefits is how they help to reduce noise penetration from the outside of the property into your conservatory.
Modern double glazed units help to reduce incoming noise pollution as a by-product of the sealed glass panes. The glazed panes are made up of two panes separated by a spacer and then they are sealed together.
The reverse could also be true in that if you have an “active” and “boisterous” family, it could save your neighbours from being a little overexposed to too much of your family enthusiasm!
Obviously the panes themselves will not eliminate the entry of all noise into the family home, but the drop in noise once you close the window will be very noticeable, around 25dB.
- Sound of breathing: 10dB
- Quiet fridge or library: 35dB to 40dB
- TV, washing machine: 70dB
- Heavy traffic / shouting: 85dB to 90dB
- Baby crying: 110dB
Figures quoted by installers and manufacturers show that simply by installing high quality sealed double or triple glazing to your conservatory you could achieve a 50% reduction in noise.
