Soundproof Blog

What Are Storm Windows?

Optimizing your house, apartment, or condo is on many of our ‘lists’, but it’s sometimes difficult to decide which projects to tackle first. Do I get those beautiful hardwood floors? Maybe I should upgrade to granite countertops? Is it time to take a look at the insulation and windows in my home? When deciding which home project should be next, consider the aesthetic value and the utility your project will deliver. Storm windows are an inexpensive way to increase your home’s insulation value, but are they really the best window investments you can make? What Are Storm Windows? Storm windows are usually installed as a cheap, economical, alternative to single pane windows. “Storm Windows” are installed on the outside of the single pane window (usually... Read More →

Noise Pollution in the Top 10 Loudest USA Cities

It’s no secret that as the United States becomes increasingly urban, the corresponding noise pollution responds accordingly. Noise pollution due to air traffic, vehicle traffic, pedestrian traffic, and construction are plaguing the homes of many Americans. The Bureau of Transportation Statistics, a division of the United States Department of Transportation, updated its National Transportation Noise Map on June 12, 2017. The map allows users to see the noise generated in their particular neighborhoods. City dwellers need not suffer from noise pollution indefinitely. Soundproof Windows, Inc. can help reduce the noise entering your home by more than you’d think. The Top 10 Loudest USA Cities Baltimore, MD – The port of Baltimore and the densely populated urban areas case the high amount of noise for the... Read More →

Windows and Doors are the Noise Problem

Our soundproof windows are second windows placed behind your existing windows. Our windows insulate, stop drafts, soundproof and more. They open and close just like your existing windows, and offer more benefits than replacement windows – at a significantly lower cost. Soundproof Windows has many satisfied customers. This section of our website details real-life situations where soundproofing and soundproofing windows have solved the noise problems of some of our residential and commercial customers. If Your Goal is to… Save Energy It doesn’t matter that Soundproof Windows weren’t specifically designed for energy efficiency, they achieve it! Many customers contact us because they cannot replace their windows or do not wish to, but need to save on energy bills. One of our case studies, located in Reno, NV, where... Read More →

How to Soundproof Windows

How do I soundproof my windows? I can’t take the noise anymore! Does this sound familiar? Is this how you feel every morning when you wake up? (BEFORE your alarm, because of who-knows-what.) While there are many articles about best replacement windows, windows seals, soundproof panels, and DIY soundproofing, solving your noise problem for good starts and ends with Soundproof Windows. A Soundproof Window is a second window placed behind your existing window that opens and closes just like your current one – there is no need to remove or replace your window to eliminate noise problems. No construction mess or down time to install our soundproof windows. The noise problems are seldom the walls but are always the windows. Only in extreme noise environments... Read More →

Looking for a Soundproof Door?

Soundproof Windows not only specializes in supreme noise blocking technology – we also specialize in soundproof doors and soundproofing studio equipment. Soundproof Studios offers affordable recording studio windows and doors that count when details and performance matter. We are the number one choice for studio professional looking for premium door and window solutions for either acoustical steel doors or recording studio doors. Our recording studio acoustic steel doors have set new world records for noise abatement. We have an STC of 56 while staying with the door industry standard thickness of 1.75”. Standard thickness means we can accommodate any door hardware! Highest STC rating of any 1.75″ thick acoustical door Three stainless steel cam lift hinges standard Uses off-the-shelf locksets and hardware Wider doors for... Read More →

Cheap Window Noise Blocker

We’re the cheap window noise blocker. And we have been for a long time. The best part? Soundproof Windows do not Remove or Replace Your Existing Windows. Soundproof Windows rehabilitate your existing windows! There is no need for window replacement. As a cheap window noise blocker, our services have been called upon time and time again to help our customers stop the noise in apartments, stop the noise in hotels, and even noisy roads that can be hurting small businesses. It may have been a great deal, but you’re paying for it! Use soundproof windows as your cheap window noise blocker. There’s no construction, they’re quick, easy, and painless, and installation usually takes less than 30 minutes. A Soundproof Window is a second window placed behind your existing... Read More →

What’s the Difference Between Sound and Noise?

What’s the difference between sound and noise? It’s really quite simple really. Sound is what you hear, noise is unwanted sound. Simple, right? While what some may consider being sound and others to be noise can differ (playing drums at 3 a.m. with no acoustic windows or studio doors to block noise), ensuring your musical prowess isn’t stifled but the time of day is important. A Soundproof Window will reduce noise levels by 75-95%. Our soundproof windows will reduce noise levels significantly which is not possible with dual pane or replacement windows. We can prove it! Our experience indicates that 75% noise reduction is sufficient in almost all cases. Our customers feel the noise reduction is very significant – and definitely, enough to end the noise... Read More →

Why You Need to Know What STC Is

In many cases, less noise will be coming through the Soundproof Windows than the walls. Most walls have an STC of 43-48, and our windows have an STC of 48-54. Soundproof Windows can go even further, with a few extra tricks up our sleeves, and several things can be done to increase the window STC values even more. STC stands for Sound Transmission Class. Basically, STC ratings are an established way to average how much sound is stopped by something. STC ratings are used for windows, doors, walls and most building materials. For windows, STC ratings range from 18 to 38. We’ve talked in previous blogs about soundproofing windows, how easy they are to install and their STC ratings, but why do we include the rating?... Read More →

Soundproof Windows Easy Installations

Our soundproof windows have been used in high-rise apartments, hotels, busy city centers and historical homes and buildings. With our latest update to our soundproofing process, renovators and owners no longer need to settle or live with disturbing outside noise. Not only do our soundproof windows reduce energy costs, but adding the inner window provides an additional layer of insulation which will stop unwanted air infiltration through the window seals, all while putting a constant squeeze on the glass panels, preventing sound leaks and stopping noise from vibrating through the glass. Our product is unique in that it is designed so you do not have to replace your existing windows. Soundproof windows rehabilitate your existing windows without having to remove or replace the windows in your home, making... Read More →