When fitting new windows or replacing old ones, we largely get requests for double glazing, but it seems that in South Wales triple glazing is now becoming a firm favourite. Its thermal efficiency makes it a sound choice for all kinds of homes and businesses. In addition, Falcon Installations is seeing an increase in the number of enquiries for acoustic glass, which helps protect homeowners from excessive outside noise. Here, we take a look at the benefits of acoustic and triple glazing and find out why it’s taking off in such significant numbers throughout South Wales.
What is acoustic glazing?
As the name suggests, acoustic glass is typically favoured by anyone wanting to reduce outside noise in their homes. This makes it particularly popular for those on busy main roads, near airports, or located in large towns and cities such as Swansea and Cardiff. Acoustic glass contains a plastic interlayer that’s capable of absorbing outside noise and preventing sound waves from transmitting through the glazing. This means noise levels can be reduced by as much as 40 decibels to help make your home a tranquil and peaceful haven. This can be incredibly important when you consider the negative impact that noise can have not only on our comfort, but also on our mental health and productivity, given how many of us spend time working from home.
The extra layer within the glass has also proved to be incredibly effective when it comes to enhancing the security properties of your windows, meaning your home can be safer and quieter than ever before.
The benefits of triple glazing
Triple glazing works in much the same way as double glazing, but even more effectively. Falcon Installations triple glazing separates the usual two panes of glass with a strengthened central pane surrounded by insulating air gaps, to help prevent heat from escaping a building. This makes it incredibly energy efficient, as a property will stay warmer for longer without the need to use any extra energy. It boasts ultra-low U-values of just 0.8 W/m²K.
That extra layer is very effective at reducing noise levels and the ultra-thick glazed panels mean your home is much harder to break into, as it provides an extra barrier between you and any potential intruders.
In the past, triple glazing was seen as a very expensive option, but these days the prices are more reasonable, especially when you consider the savings it can make on your energy bills.
The popularity of acoustic glass and triple glazing in South Wales
While we are regularly working on home improvement projects in the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan and Rhonda Valley, these days more and more of us are living in built-up areas like Port Talbot and Newport. This can offer great levels of convenience but is also responsible for significant amounts of noise pollution that can be extremely difficult to live with. As both triple glazing and acoustic glass have been found to reduce the amount of noise in a property, many South Wales residents are now looking to have this installed.
Over recent years, we have also seen energy bills soar to some of their highest ever levels and this has been challenging for many families to cope with. By adding triple glazing to your home, you can make it as thermally efficient as possible, therefore reducing your heating bills over time and allowing you to take control of your finances.
If you would like to know more about how acoustic glass and triple glazing can benefit your home, or you’re ready to take the next step with your home improvement project, please give us a call on 01656 646 047 or fill in our form to request a quote.
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