The Sound of Silence

Reduce traffic noise to a whisper by fitting u.P.V.C. windows and doors which are suitable to take high noise reduction double glazing; this can achieve a noise reduction of up to 40dB.

100

Boiler Factory / Subway

      

90

Loud Street Noise / Noisy Factory

    

80

Noisy Office

    

70

Average Street Noise

    

60

Average Radio / Average Office

    

50

Average Conversation

    

40

Quiet Radio / Private Office

    

30

Average Auditorium

    

20

Quiet Conversation/Whisper

    

10

Soundproof Room

    

dB

Threshold of Audibility   

  

The above graph gives approximate values of noise in decibels.
Fitting a Rehau Double Glazed unit can reduce noise pollution by up to 40dB.


Most homes are fitted with 3mm clear glass in either timber or aluminium frames. Family enjoying the peace and quiet provided by uPVC windows By using our u.P.V.C. windows and doors which are specifically designed to accept a double glazed unit, you will not only enjoy the benefits of having maintenance free good looking windows, but also enjoy the peace and quiet afforded by double glazed systems. As a guide, to apply some technical data, 3mm clear glass will give an 'STC' (Sound Transmission Class) rating of 24. There are various types of double glazing which can be applied to achieve a maximum S.T.C. rating of 43. This combination of double glazing and u.P.V.C. system would be recommended for hotels and office buildings within an airport flight path or a busy traffic area. This recommended combination is now being applied to domestic properties.

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