I have just moved in to a new flat, which is next to a busy road. Even though the windows are double glazed my bedroom is still quite noisy.
I am only renting the place so I can't do any major work or replace the windows. Does anyone know of a cheap, effective way to reduce the noise coming through the windows, without replacing them?
2006-11-27 20:55:54 · 10 answers · asked by Jon S 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
How irritating. Thicker curtains? Could the bedroom be the sitting room instead? You might find that soon your ears will blot out the sound because your brain will realise that it is just extraneous noise. Give it a month or so.
2006-11-27 21:00:05 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You've got a few options. There are lots of things like window plugs, Plexiglas and acrylic mounts, etc. that dampen sound some; but depending on your budget, your best bet is a set of interior soundproof windows. They're a second set of windows that are installed in front of your existing windows. In the case of CitiQuiet, a company I've got experience with, they drill the frame into the window opening and then load the windows onto them. No construction or replacement involved, and they wont inhibit you from opening your first set of windows. With this method, the sound needs to penetrate your existing windows, then a pocket of dead air (the more space between the panes, the better, but you're good if you have at least 2 inches of sill space), and then an extra thick pane of glass. Your mileage will vary depending on other factors such as the construction of your building's walls, the presence of an air conditioner (which can also compromise soundproofing ability), etc.; but by and large this is an investment I've found most people to be really happy with. And make no mistake, it is an investment. But you WILL notice a tremendous difference in noise levels, plus you get the perks of increased energy efficiency as your home will be better insulated in the winter and summers.
2016-05-22 21:46:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to add more dead air space between the window and the outside. You might be able to do this with a storm window installed on the outside. You can also buy a foam board and cover the window with the foam material. You will loose the window, but gain some peace and quiet.
2006-11-28 00:46:34 · answer #3 · answered by Jeffrey S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Place large thick blankets over them preferably on the outside of the frame to create an air pocket between window and blanket.
2006-11-27 20:58:11 · answer #4 · answered by PAUL_THE_WISE_ONE_TRUST_ME 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
heavy curtains kinda like hotels use will dampen the sound a bit.
and/ or run a fan in the room to drown out some ot the outside noise
2006-11-27 21:00:45 · answer #5 · answered by Gabe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put up thick curtains. Add draft seals along the window frame.
2006-11-27 21:00:50 · answer #6 · answered by k² 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Heavy curtains and headphones/ear muffs on. Otherwise, turn your TV/Music player volume on louder...better still, move flats if it bothers you that much to a one not facing the road.
2006-11-27 21:07:37 · answer #7 · answered by Mark n 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have had sliding glass windows fitted, havving watched them do it I realized I could have done it myself, get the sliding frame from B&Q , Fit this top and bottom then get glass cut to fit .
2006-11-27 21:07:59 · answer #8 · answered by john r 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have to agree thick curtains or blankets or if all else fails egg cartons, it seems tacky but really works.
2006-11-27 21:08:49 · answer #9 · answered by jessica g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only thing that will help is time. After a while you won't even notice it.
2006-12-01 19:52:24 · answer #10 · answered by mountainriley 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋