How to Reduce Traffic Noise through Windows
The first clear downside to living on a main road: traffic never really goes away. Horns, engines, buses, motorcycles and late-night vehicles can make a pleasant house unliveable. That noise is all around you, and your windows are one of the weakest barriers between the inside of your home and that noise. Fortunately, this acoustic discomfort can be improved very significantly with the correct window system and glazing combination. Determine the Type of Traffic Noise Traffic noise is not equal. Noise Problem What to Consider Constant road noise Double or acoustic glazing Honking and sharp sounds Laminated acoustic glass Heavy vehicles Thicker or specialised glazing High-speed traffic Better sealing + suitable glazing Occasional street noise Improved window sealing The solution should therefore be based on the actual noi...