eng60377 0 Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Was told by Decorille that soundproof windows require uPVC window frames which cannot be installed in HDB flats. Just wondering whether this is true? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
watchthewaves 0 Report post Posted October 12, 2010 Was told by Decorille that soundproof windows require uPVC window frames which cannot be installed in HDB flats. Just wondering whether this is true? Is sound reducing enough? See: http://www.renotalk.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=31742 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eng60377 0 Report post Posted October 13, 2010 Is sound reducing enough? See: http://www.renotalk.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=31742 yup think i will go for sound reducing double-glazed windows... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crystal2 0 Report post Posted October 15, 2010 Actually, an alternative is to install block out curtains. A very good block out curtains will reduce noise and at the same time insulate against heat (room will cool down faster when you turn on the aircon). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seanliewce 0 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Hi guys,Actually double glazing is more for heat/thermal insulation. If you want good sound proofing, you should consider laminated glass. I don't know why there is a misconception that it is better for sound proofing. It does cut down sound, but that's not the most effective way, plus it is more expensive than laminated glass! Coupled with uPVC windows, it can have a STC (sound transmission class) rating of about 36 dB, which one of the highest you can achieve locally.Just saw this thread or I would have definitely advised against double glazed for sound proofing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foreveryoung 3 Report post Posted October 25, 2012 Hi guys,Actually double glazing is more for heat/thermal insulation. If you want good sound proofing, you should consider laminated glass. I don't know why there is a misconception that it is better for sound proofing. It does cut down sound, but that's not the most effective way, plus it is more expensive than laminated glass! Coupled with uPVC windows, it can have a STC (sound transmission class) rating of about 36 dB, which one of the highest you can achieve locally.Just saw this thread or I would have definitely advised against double glazed for sound proofing.What is laminated glass? A layer of film? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
