Soundproof window plugs from Soundproofing America

Windows, but not on the ability of the sound blocks drywall or other wallboards time lead to many questions and sound insulation so that the window is the proverbial weak link in the chain soundproofing. What do you do when you have lots of sound through your window? Lets look at the fundamentals of the non-laminated window panes. In older houses, the windows in the wooden window frames either double-hung or casement window type. Generally, the window frames are old and dry. If this old frame dry, allowing the air leaks occur and where the air leaks there are always leaks and sound. So Dr. Bob, what can I do, the sound of traffic keeps me awake at night. Well, I am glad you asked. You have a few options that I briefly. One is to replace your windows with a sound-insulation windows. Milgard & 39; Quiet line of the window is a good way to go when you are ready to replace the existing window in your house. Now it is said that when shopping for a sound or control soundproof windows, always look for a window with a 40 or higher STC value. Once you hit 40 of STC point with your windows you are almost a doubling of the cost with each subsequent STC can use your new windows are evaluated. Now we all know that replacing the windows can be very costly not to mention the cost of installation. Your next best option is to purchase a window " paste ". This is a glass or plexiglass window, like a storm window, but the insert is on the inside of the window. In general, these operations are less costly than replacement windows, but they are still not the best or the cheapest option. The window inserts work well, and you will find them on the West Coast online at www.soundproofwindows.com ask for Randy or on the East Coast, go to: www.petitindustries.com and ask for Matt Petit. Both companies offer an excellent window, and they are more than happy to help. Tell them that Dr. Bob Soundproofing of America. Now, the last option is not the most beautiful, but it is still quite effective. I am talking about the window with the plug America Mat closed cell vinyl foam nitrile. This foam is 2 " thick and is on a roll, 4 meters wide. To make your own window plug, you simply measure the length and width of the window and then call the experts of America soundproofing. The will cut the right amount of 2 " America mat and provides you with detailed cutting and installation instructions. Here is how to plug your windows. The mat America is a very stoutly closed cell foam (foam sound insulation), it is also on a roll, they are a happy memory and try to return to the original state. This is the reason why we recommend Home Depot or Lowe & 39; s and picking up a 4 & 39; X 8 & 39; piece of wood panelling or Luaan (a philipino mahogany wood panelling) will either panel work as a helper board for your windows plug. You do not want to use plywood or chipboard, because it is too large, and pull the plug foam from the window frames. I want my wood paneling and trim, where 1 " around the larger scope than my window, that way, if I plug the connector into the window will stop it before it touches the glass plug This is the window frame is deeper than 2 ". Now, I see that question mark on your face, your dying to ask me, how can you cut foam, it is quite thick, and I do not want raggedy edges. Well, I am glad you asked. The absolutely best way to all-thick foam mat is to use a common kitchen electric carving knife, you know that your mother was so proud back on Thanksgiving in 1977. I remember them critters. These are big doe cutting the mat America, and just because they give you a beautiful plant cutting edge, even if you need to make more than one pass. This article is always a little, for so long, I will cut to the point. They cut the America mat, where he is 1 inch longer on the length and width of the window. In other words, if the window is open " 3 X 3 " you cut the mat America 3 " " 1 X 3 " " 1, the plug & quot; extra foam at the edge and allow it to fit closely into the window opening much like a cork fits in a bottle. Now, finally, when the window plug 4 & 39; or more on each dimension is recommended that you stick it to the wood-panel-type supporters. The supporters can board with a few handles kitchen for easy installation and removal from the window. Remember, your wood cut or trim your Luaan, where 1 " wider than the window open, so that when the plug is inserted, it will automatically stop before it to the window panes. The dead air space between the outer window and the window is now a plug sealed dead air and space will help greatly with the sound insulation. Well, I thought I would have never thought this article, thanks for sticking with me on this one. The window plugs work, but of course, they also block the light of the rule would be carried out by the window, but when the window in question is a bedroom window, you really should not have to worry about light in the night when you try to sleep. If this article helps only one person, it has served the purpose. This is Dr. Bob . Out launa lopez



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