High sound insulation is a vital factor in ensuring better comfort, by preventing the distressful sensation caused by environmental noise, as well as in raising the level of confidentiality and privacy, especially in the case of homes and special purpose rooms, such as offices, studios, or law firms.

When buying new windows, you must keep in mind that they are not all about the glass, but also about the frame. The glass and the frame together form the element that determines the acoustic insulation of the entire window and, in some cases, of the facade.

It is not possible to extrapolate the characteristics of the window only on the basis of the performance of the glass. Therefore, it is recommended to harmonize the type of glass with the frame and the type of sealing. High-performance windows must be installed in high-performance frames.

So what are the factors you need to consider? First of all, the thickness of the glass. Basically, the thicker the glass is, the higher the level of noise absorption.

As for the window frame, you can choose between wood, PVC, aluminum or even a combination of materials. The glass sheet and the frame, as well as the correct connection to the wall, are very important elements when it comes to blocking unwanted noises.  For a nice selection of window products look locally to Blue Ox Exteriors for choice and installation.