What is Considered a Thick Window?
There are five basic glass thicknesses used in modern American window systems. They range from thin 2.2mm to very thick 5.9mm glass. For reference, please refer to the chart on this page.It’s not surprising then that builder-grade windows, whichfrequentlyhave 2.2mm thin glass, arevirtuallyalwaysthe lowest cost andquality.By definitionthey’recheaply priced and offer substandard performance, durability, and longevity.For a slightly larger investment you can purchase superior, double-strength, thick glass windows like ours with tremendous benefits. Think about it, which would you prefer to have in your home?
The Advantages of Thick Glass Windows
Thick glass windows possess distinct advantages over standard builder-grade offerings which have thinner, single-strength glass. The primary one is added durability as they’re much less susceptible to breakage. Thick glass windows also help to reduce sound transmission keeping your home quieter than windows with thinner glass. Unsurprisingly, the lower noise level from thicker glass is very substantial.
Double-Strength Glass & Sound Control
People often inquire about thick, double-strength glass windows because they want help with sound dampening. Although truly soundproof windows don’t exist, there are many ways to reduce sound including using thicker glass. Contact a Ringer Windows specialistto discuss our windows and their sound reduction benefits. For those seeking even more protection against unwanted interior noise, we also manufacture special, laminated sound control windows.
Our Thick Glass Windows Reduce Noise
The most common compliment we receive from new clients is that their homes are much quieter immediately after Ringer Windows are installed. We think that’s a pretty big deal! Anyone who’s ever owned a home with builder-grade windows knows how easily outside sounds can come in (as if there is no glass in the windows at all). At Ringer Windows, we ONLY use double-strength insulated glass (or thicker) in ALL our windows.
Glass Thickness Comparison Chart
Terminology Check:
Double-Pane & Double-Strength Glass
People often confuse double-pane and double-strength glass. All Ringer Windows are manufactured with double-pane glass that includes hermetically sealed inner and outer panes.
By contrast, double-strengthglass refers to the thickness of each individual pane in a window. We combine double-pane technology AND thicker double-strength glassto provide superior sound control. Our clients are always amazed at how quiet their homes become after installing Ringer Windows. For those seeking even more protection from interior noise, see our enhanced soundcontrol windowsinthe options section of our website.
A Useful Tip When Comparing Competitor Windows & Glass Thickness
Regardless of which double-pane windows you buy, it’s wise to ask if they’re made with double-strength or thicker glass. The truth is most windows tend to look alike and it’s difficult for consumers to know the subtle differences between premium insulated and builder-grade windows. A significant builder-grade indicator is the use of single-strength glass (2.2 mm). Nearly all premium windows use double-strength glass (3.0 mm) or thicker. Always demand double-strength glass and get better windows.
