If the noise is affecting your sleep, ear plugs may be an instant solution, but it may not be sustainable for long term. But, why resort to wearing uncomfortable ear plugs for some silence, when you can convert your existing window into double glazing to keep the noise out of the room, leaving you calmer than ever.
Coming Home to Peace and Quiet
While Melbourne’s vibrant city has a lot to offer, surely no one would enjoy the noise from the hustle and bustle of the city when they are trying to relax at home after a long day.
While population growth and the subsequent increase of noise are factors that are out of your control, we can easily help you manage the noise affecting your serenity. Retrofitting a secondary glazing solution enables you to enjoy noise reduction by up to 70% and it fits onto you existing windows or doors without the need for structural changes;– simple!
Magnetite’s Soundtite system is specifically designed to reduce noise through existing aluminium windows and doors. Installed within the inside of an existing window reveal, this secondary aluminium system ensures maximum soundproofing and minimise air leaks through original window. Independently tested by the National Acoustic Laboratories, you can be sure that this addition to your home will provide you with optimal soundproofing.
How Soundproofing Works
Double-glazing of existing windows can be achieved through several method including adding another window system to the inside of the window sill. This method allows for a large air cavity between the two windows which is the essence of soundproofing.
Soundtite is customised to match the function of your existing windows and doors . It can be designed to either sliding horizontally or vertically. This means minimal impact on the function, décor and design of your home, while providing maximum soundproofing.
Extra Benefits of a Quiet Home
Living in a relaxing and quiet environment provides health benefits. An important benefit being a reduction in stress levels. Stress is one of the largest contributors to ill-health, so avoiding stress in any way is necessary and a big win. Reducing stress and anxiety levels with a quiet home environment can help you unwind, relax, and calm your mind.
Retaining your concentration is another key benefit to a quieter home environment. If you work or study from home, or just simply want to enjoy a good conversation with your family, you can do this easily without the ongoing and unwanted distractions of the outside world.
You also can’t forget that a quiet home can help you increase the quality of your sleep, which cannot be underestimated given the quality of sleep affects your mental wellbeing and everyday life.
More Than Just Noise Reduction
Double glazing your existing windows will not only provide noise reduction, but also thermal comfort. Similar to the way it works to provide you with a peaceful atmosphere, double glazing also works for temperature control. With Melbourne being notorious for its drastic weather changes and cold winter, a double-glazed window solution can help your home stay comfortable all year round. This environmentally friendly measure will also be a cost-saving measure in the long-term as it will reduce the heating and cooling energy consumption. From freezing weather to extreme heat, double glazed windows will keep your home comfortable all year round.
Speak to our Magnetite Melbourne team to get the best solution for your home!
