Fixed windows up to stc 55.
Stc glass doors.
Our designs also interface with the locks and accessory hardware you have chosen for your project.
Because acoustical doors are constructed differently than traditional hollow metal doors certain considerations must be made when selecting hardware for them.
Assemblies have been designed to accept readily available heavy weight builders hardware.
Metal doors up to stc 57.
Laboratory testing is used to measure the resistance of partitions such as walls windows or entry doors to the passage of sound.
The higher the rating the better the sound control.
When specifying acoustical doors one often overlooked concern is the hardware.
Sound transmission class stc ratings for glass vary from poor to practically soundproof.
Standard glass doors can have an stc between 28 and 35 laminated between 35 and 40 and soundproof glass from 48 to 55 or higher.
Milgard quiet line windows can achieve an stc rating of up to 48 for exceptional sound control.
Sound reducing glass this glass helps reduce the volume of outside noise.
Available with low e smartsun and heatlock coatings.
Stc ratings are the only way to accurately compare various noise reduction products.
Stc is expressed in decibels db and is used to measure a building material s ability to reduce sound.
Standard monolithic or single pane glass is the cheapest option and works well for most interior applications.
Krieger acoustical doors are delivered as complete performance guaranteed acoustical assemblies with seals hinges and threshold included.
A higher stc rating translates into more reduction in sound.
For windows stc ratings range from 18 to 38.
An stc rating is an instrument measurement of how much noise is stopped.
Additionally cam lift hinges and an aluminum threshold are included with high stc rated assemblies.
There are quite a few complicated steps in the installation process that are critical to the performance of the door.
Soundproof doors are available at greater thicknesses from stc 54 to stc 64.
Sound transmission class stc stc is used to measure a window s ability to reduce sound.
The typical rating for single pane windows is 18 20 while a double glazed window is 28 32.
On site installation can be pretty easy if the door has been assembled prior to delivery by the factory.
The stc ratings allow accurate apple to apple comparisons.
Wood doors up to stc 49.
Stc ratings are used for windows doors walls and most building materials.
Soundproof steel doors are available 1 3 4 thick from stc 33 to stc 53.
Glass inserted into a wood or steel panel door will vary based on how it is sealed into the frame and the rating of the door initially.
Safety glass tempered safety glass is available on all products and comes standard on all patio doors.
Soundproof steel doors are available with acoustic glazing that is factory pre installed.