Sound protection is becoming increasingly important when building a new home. Living in or near the main road or in medium to high-density housing estates are all situations where you may need acoustic windows and doors. Many new homes are required to reach certain acoustic ratings to ensure they receive building certification.
The entire structure of the home – including the walls, roofing, windows and doors – all work together to keep out unwanted noise.
When it comes to your windows and doors, often they are the weakest element in the fight against unwanted external noise. Thus they can have a significant impact in helping insulate your home from noise pollution.
The performance of acoustic windows and doors is measured by an RW number (also known as a Weighted Sound Reduction Index).
This number is used internationally, as a standard by which to measure how well a window or door blocks out sound. The higher the rating, the better the performance of the window or door at blocking out noise.
It’s important to note that glass-only Rw ratings are non-compliant. Window and door Rw ratings are required to comply with acoustic standards.
Thinking about acoustic protection is important and ideally should be detailed in the design phase.
When it comes to your windows and doors, some design practices worth considering are:
At Bradnam’s, we have worked tirelessly to improve our range of acoustic solutions through our Sound Smart™ window and doors systems.
With best in class ratings on a number of our products, we can help you find the right acoustic solutions for your home. Giving you the comfort and privacy you deserve.
Choosing the right windows and doors can be a challenge, especially if you’re new to the process. Our selection guideline will help you find the correct windows and doors for your project.
Very helpful, had a general enquiry in regard to a proposed build they were more than helpful in working out a few calculations so I could specify/suggest product to client and make sure it works for their prelim design.
I took my window in their because I couldn’t replace the rollers, they replaced them for me. Helped put the glass back in the window after I accidentally managed to take it out Plus helped put it back in my car. Thank you very much.
Michael was very helpful and professional in explaining the window features and benefits. Excellent service.
See Nathan, great customer service.
Excellent service and support.
I replaced my roller doors with sliding glass doors, Michael and all staff at Bradnams Hervey Bay are very professional, from quoting to finished product.
Efficient, excellent communication and service. Couldn’t be more happier with our new screens. Thanks to Lee and the Team
Job was done in a very timely manner & look great. Modern and sleek even though framed showers..so very happy.
Thank you Michael of the Hervey Bay store. You had closed up when I arrived yesterday and yet you asked me if you could help? I explained that I had come over from Maryborough as my wife had a medical appointment and showed a print of the part I was chasing. You went back inside and spoke with Brendan and came out with the part.
First time using Bradmans, pleasant to speak with over the phone, fast quote, very reasonable pricing, good turn around time and a nice quality product, I’m very picky and there was absolutely no fault with my experience with Bradmans. *sliding glass doors x5 Thanks team the doors look great. Rowan
I had been looking for a small part for a sliding window, getting hand-balled from one place to another, and then Megan came along! She could not have been more helpful and understanding, thanks again Megan!
Megan was extremely knowledgeable , experienced , and so helpful , especially with multi unit developments. She was all over the numerous windows in the window schedule . Over & beyond expectations.
Needed a lock fixed on glass sliding door, the service technician came out at earliest possible time considering Covid Restrictions and was both punctual and efficient. Very happy with the service provided.
I would like to thank Michelle for her professional and effficient service. I have been having trouble with my front door and two technicians came on time this morning (with a call first to tell me their arrival time) and fixed the door. I had several other questions for them (about windows) and they answered those easily too. So, a successful morning! I am impressed.
Great service for the repair of our showerscreen doors. It took a couple of weeks ( only because they are so busy, which is a good sign) but were true to their word and fixed the problem within a couple of days. Thanks to Raylene and Matt. Highly recommend.
We’ve bought a number of windows and a mirror from them and all of them have been made very well. They provide excellent service as well. Thankyou!
The service we have received is amazing and Raylene always goes out of her way to help and make sure the jobs are completed on time and are top quaility.
Had new windows and flyscreens installed before Christmas, called up as a flyscreen came out, could not get fly screen back in so I called to see if someone could put it back in. The sales manager organised a tech to come and have a look. Absolute awesome service and so grateful.
Always helpful. Needed an urgent order for a window and they came through for me. Always pleasant to talk too
I have had nothing but exceptional service from Bradmans, especially Jenna & Michelle. I’ve been installing Bradmans windows for the last year, am very happy with their product & recommend them to everyone. I have many happy customers with their products & efficiency.
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