Acoustic Laminated Secondary Glazing. The high specification acoustic double glazing installed to mitigate against this problem proved inadequate for the task. Laminated glass is the next best option after secondary glazing to reduce noise but is usually more effective at reducing high frequencies such as aircraft noise. Secondary glazing is installed by either reveal fixing or face fixing each installation type will increase either acoustic or thermal performance.
Acoustic laminated glass comprises of two or more panes of glass which are bonded together using clear pvb interlayers. Insulating glass ig consists of two or more glass window panes separated by a vacuum or gas filled space to reduce heat transfer across a part of the building envelope.
Some property owners believe they can save money by using laminated glass with secondary glazing.
The appearance of the acoustic glazing is entirely transparent and will appear as a standard laminated glazed leaf. The perimeter frame is then sealed to the existing reveals so there are no gaps that would allow noise or drafts to penetrate. After all one pane of laminated glass will have a big impact on your noise troubles. The high specification acoustic double glazing installed to mitigate against this problem proved inadequate for the task.
