Magnetite Insights
Practical window knowledge made simple.
Windows are commonly a little understood element when it comes to decisions in the building or renovation process. Often the impact a window can have on the comfort of a room is underestimated. Our blog aims to provide information in simple terms on what is important to consider to be able to make informed buying decision.

Double-glazed windows – The answer to my noise problem?
The most common term clients are familiar with when it comes to window soundproofing is double glazing. In this article we investigate which double glazing

Sliding Windows and Doors – the Nemesis of Soundproofing
Sliding windows and doors are very popular in South-East Asian homes where space is at a premium. They open without protruding in or out, and

Should I change my window or add a Noise Shield?
As this is a question often asked by clients when looking for soundproofing solutions for their windows, we’ll be looking at the various factors to

The 3 most important elements of soundproof windows-Part 3: The Air Gap
We have already covered two important parts of window soundproofing elements in our previous blogs: Soundproof materials (read it here) and all-round tight seals (read

The 3 most important elements of soundproof windows: Part 2 – All-round tight seals
Our last blog post explained how important it is that all components of a window are made from soundproof material (read it here). All these