STC Ratings

Do Soundproof Windows Really Work?

Many of us would prefer to have a quieter home. Whether you live near an airport, busy intersection, freeway, a construction site, a playground or a school, chances are you’re fed up with unwanted noise. You might have heard of soundproof windows or soundproof sliding glass doors, but you aren’t sure if they really work and if they are worth the investment. In this article we discuss the facts about soundproof windows and soundproof sliding glass doors. Are Soundproof Windows Really “Soundproof”? Many associate the word “soundproof” with silence. We’re not aware of any commercially available windows that stop 100% of sound, but our windows reduce noise better than any other product on the market. The first thing you need to know about soundproof windows... Read More →

Best Soundproof Windows

Avoid replacing your windows, that’s not the problem! Soundproof Windows offers the best soundproof windows at a fraction of replacing all the windows in your home, or office, with better results. There’s really no reason to replace your windows! 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. You can get virtually ALL the benefits of replacing your windows PLUS reduce noise levels by 300% more than replacement windows AND avoid the headaches of double pane windows — for about the same price! Acoustically engineered to act as a sound barrier, Soundproof Windows offer most of the benefits of dual pane replacement windows and several benefits not available with replacement windows. Best Soundproof Windows After extensive research,... Read More →

SoundProof Windows can Help Keep Spaces Cooler This Summer

While our SoundProof Windows are specifically designed to prevent noises from entering homes and commercial spaces, it also serves as an energy efficient addition that will help keep temperatures down this summer. SoundProof Windows reduces the air infiltration into a space and virtually eliminates stuffy drafts and cold air escaping to the outside because of pressure differences. By reducing the air infiltration, the hassle of over cooling an area will be a thing of the past. Our soundproof windows are second windows placed behind your existing windows. Our windows insulate, stop drafts, are made of soundproof glass and have other benefits. They open and close just like your existing windows, and offer more than replacement windows – at a significantly lower cost. How Does SoundProof Windows... Read More →

Live Near an Airport? SoundProof Windows Will Keep your Home Quiet.

For those who live near an airport runway, loud noises emitted from the airport is something that is virtually unavoidable. For those tired of living with the noise but are reluctant to move away, SoundProof Windows has a solution to stop that noise from entering dwellings with our incredible SoundProofing windows and doors. We incorporate three key defenses that make our SoundProof Windows one of the best at preventing outside noise from entering buildings: We fabricate our custom windows with laminated glass, which includes a layer of PVB plastic that stops vibrations from occurring. The air space between pre-existing windows and the window we install on the outside. The air space prevents vibrations that would normally pass through a regular window. Producing SoundProof Windows with... Read More →

SoundProof Windows are Essential for High Traffic Areas

For those who live near high traffic areas, chances are noise pollution is present and hard to deal with. A good way to help fade out all the unwanted noise lies in our SoundProof Windows
. How do SoundProof Windows Work? The industry grades our windows based on the unit of measurement for sound, which is known as Sound Transmission Class rating, commonly referred to as an STC rating. It is a measurement of how much noise is stopped by objects such as windows, doors, walls and building materials. The STC rating is the average amount of noise stopped at 18 different frequencies, measured in decibels. STC ratings generally range from 18 to 38 for windows. For single pane windows, the STC Rating is most likely... Read More →

Need Your Baby to have a Quiet Nap Time Stop the Noise with SoundProof Windows

For babies getting a good nap in during the day is not only good for the baby, it also gives a sigh of relief to the parents. For parents, getting a baby or toddler to take a nap not only gives a parents a well deserved break during the day, it also allows them to get other things done around the house like, clean, prepare a meal and other chores.  The last thing a parent wants is for their kids to awake early from a nap because of outside noise. More than likely, the unwanted noise from the outside was able to penetrate the window within the home which startled the baby from the nap.  For those parents who live in a home where noise... Read More →

Cut Out Noise with SoundProof Windows

Unsure if it is worth replacing existing windows installed within a home because of the hefty price? At SoundProof windows, we offer a less costly alternative that not only will help save money, it can make homes and commercial properties more energy efficient, add value to properties and most importantly prevent unwanted sound. SoundProof Window products are designed with some of the highest standards within the industry and are some of the best sound proof windows on the market. SoundProof Window products are built with laminated glass an inner layer of PVB plastic that stops sound vibrations dead in their tracks. Just simply replacing a window with a new one may not prevent all sound from intruding and our products do not require removing existing... Read More →

SoundProof Windows and Doors Keep Out Traffic Noise

Trying to get a good night’s sleep in a loud busy city can be extremely difficult. What makes it more challenging is when noise and sound pollution easily penetrate the windows and doors of a home. Many think that simply changing out windows will solve it but it sometimes doesn’t and can be costly, leaving many with less cash and still a significant noise problem. A great alternative the is guaranteed to cut down the noise and not break the bank are SoundProof’s window inserts. Our SoundProof Window products will reduce noise levels up to 95 percent, which is not possible with double pane or replacement windows. Most walls have a Sound Transmission Class of 43-48: Soundproof Windows average an STC rating of 48-54, an industry leading... Read More →

What Type of Window Sound Barrier Is Best?

There are a variety of window sound barriers on the market that can reduce the amount of outside noise entering a room. Each option has strengths and weaknesses regarding ease of installation, aesthetic appeal, thermal insulation and noise reduction. Eliminating or reducing sound from entering a room is a need that many of us have. If you work in an office surrounded by traffic, pedestrians and construction, it can be difficult to focus. If you’re staying in a beachside hotel or Airbnb, beachgoers may be preventing you from relaxing. Pretty much everyone with insomnia and many others with sleep troubles find it difficult to sleep at home when barking dogs, partying neighbors and passing cars are constantly producing noise. In this article we explore your... Read More →

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 →