How to Eliminate Noise and Clamor
Installing a soundproof door can be a solution to various problems. In certain professional environments, such as recording studios, implementing such a door is necessary for the proper conduct of activities. Soundproof doors, however, may also be necessary in theaters and cinemas, and generally in all environments where silence is essential for performing specific tasks. Let's discover how soundproof doors are constructed and how these specific alternatives manage to eliminate annoying noises.
The Enemies of Soundproof Doors: Decibels
The decibel is the unit of measurement for sound. Every noise or sound present in nature and audible to humans can be measured using this unit, and this data is particularly important when choosing a soundproof door. Opting for an alternative that will not block the necessary noise for carrying out your activities will result in a wrong and harmful investment, and for this reason, it is necessary to carefully evaluate the type of environment where the door will be installed. In this table, for example, you can assess the decibel impact of some particularly common noises:
As you can see, the pain threshold, which is the point at which the listener may suffer permanent hearing damage, is around 130 decibels. Decreasing in intensity, you reach 50 decibels, which represents the value within which most of the noises that can be annoying inside a closed environment are muffled. All conversations and noise from air conditioners, for example, are canceled: this way, recording studios, cinemas, and theaters can ensure the right silence and prevent external noises from disturbing the activity.
The Structure of a Soundproof Door
Porte Italiane offers Sound 27 and Sound 50 soundproof doors, featuring a unique internal structure that guarantees superior soundproofing performance. It starts with the door leaf: this component consists of a perimeter frame made of dried solid wood with internal multi-insulation. This specific technique ensures that the exchange of sound vibrations ceases when the sound comes into contact with the door leaf, effectively eliminating part of the annoyance caused by unwanted noise. Additionally, there is a solid wood frame with a highly effective noise-reducing seal and water-resistant trim made of HDF. This same material is present in special water-resistant doors, ensuring high performance and reliability.
The central structure of the door is surrounded by plastic soundproofing seals for further acoustic isolation. Lastly, the so-called mobile threshold is of particular importance. In the models offered by Porte Italiane, there are two guillotine mobile thresholds located in the front section of the door. When the door is closed, the simultaneous descent of these elements helps disperse and repel sound waves, offering sound insulation up to 27 or 50 decibels.
Soundproof Doors: Quietness, Style, and Efficiency
Eliminating noise and clamor does not mean compromising on aesthetics: today's soundproof doors are offered in various colors and shades to suit the most diverse environments. Laminate alternatives, for example, are available in cherry, walnut, and bleached oak, but those seeking a more modern look can also opt for gray oak or rosewood, for a fully customizable solution.
Similarly, you can choose the desired opening direction and the handle that best suits your style. From satin chrome to brass, there are many choices capable of fitting any architectural style.
Porte Italiane sells soundproof doors throughout Italy and offers prompt and guaranteed assistance. Browse our catalog and contact us today for a quote!
