Having an apartment in a well-maintained house, you often face the problem of increased noise. Especially this problem will be familiar to the residents of the first floor, where most of the people pass. In addition, the slamming of the doors of neighbors, the operation of the elevator, and often unwanted “guests” who come in to warm up or just spend time are also causing concern. The problem of noise can also be encountered inside the house, where it is impossible to retire to your room, do work in the office or calmly put the baby to sleep in the nursery. After all, the house is not just divided into rooms, with their help we divide the space and divide the territory. And, therefore, we need certain conditions in order to be able to do our own thing. Therefore, interior doors were created.
And in order to protect yourself from excessive noise, whether it is from the entrance or the next room, you should install doors with sound insulation.Let's take a look at their features and selection criteria below.
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First, let's look at the types of entrance doors and their features. Currently, a large selection of entrance doors, which differ not only in style and material, but also have a variety of designs. So, first of all, entrance doors can be classified according to the material of their manufacture. This product can be made of steel, wood or metal alloy. Since metal is a good conductor of noise, at the very beginning of the appearance of such products, people installed a second front door. Now the factories provide a seal that does not let noise through. If we talk about a wooden front door, then it is an excellent product that absorbs noise. This is influenced not only by the soundproofing material, but also by the very thickness of the canvas and the wood from which the door was made. Also now this version of products is becoming more popular because of its environmental friendliness. But there are some wooden models that are sheathed with metal sheets on top. In this case, the tree will not be visible, and such options are simply referred to as metal models.
In addition, there is a difference in the type of sealant, which takes on the role of sound insulation.The most common version of such a sealant is mineral wool. In addition, it also has heat-insulating properties, this material does not hold its shape well, so you have to install additional frames. Together, all this will make the structure heavier. Styrofoam sealant is also popular. This material is quite affordable, light and can keep its shape, but it has a high degree of flammability. Also, polyurethane foam sealant is rapidly gaining popularity, which is close to mineral wool in its qualities, but does not need additional frames. There are also options that can seal for thermal insulation and sound insulation, such models will have increased noise protection.
Also, the entrance doors may differ in size and type of staining. If we talk about sizes, then there will be options for a standard size and non-standard, where the product will be made according to certain measurements of the doorway. Staining is usually carried out using polymeric dyes. Popular color options are navy blue, grey, black, chocolate or burgundy. But at the request of the client, manufacturers can paint the product in any other color.
If we talk about interior doors, then a lot depends on the design and material of its manufacture. So, if the model is made according to the principle of a folding, roller or sliding structure, then there will be gaps. And even a small gap will contribute to the appearance of noise. Therefore, if you look at the door structure, the highest rate of tightness will be in swing doors. Here the device is made in such a way that the gap will be minimal.
If we talk about the material for the manufacture of interior doors, then they can be made of plastic, panel boards and wood. Plastic options are usually used in office spaces or as a balcony door. They have minimal sound insulation. Also, many doors are made of chipboard and MDF panels. They have empty space. This space is filled with cells in the form of honeycombs, the smaller their size, the more soundproofing they will bring. But still they will not give high sound suppression. The most noise-reducing option would be a wood product. But this option will be massive and heavy, so you should take care of a solid door frame. There are also doors with glass inserts. Such inserts should not occupy a large area, since they will also be noise conductors. And in order for the product to be soundproof in nature, options with several layers of glass are allowed.
If your front door does not provide sufficient sound insulation, and it is not possible to purchase a new one, then with the help of improvised materials you can cope with this task yourself. For this, a porous material will be needed, in its role can be a synthetic winterizer, cotton wool, foam rubber, as well as any other materials that have a similar structure. You will also need a large piece of leather or leatherette. Porous material must be attached to the door over the entire area from the inside and outside. This can be done both with glue and with the help of wooden slats and self-tapping screws. After that, everything is carefully covered with a layer of leather or leatherette, to give a beautiful appearance. This method will not only reduce the ingress of noise into the apartment, but will also be an excellent thermal insulation.
Also, in order to keep the heat in the home and not miss the extra sound, a snug fit of the door to the frame is required. This condition ensures the presence of a foam sealing tape. Moreover, it will be better when one layer is pasted on the box around the entire perimeter, and the other layer on the door leaf.
There is another solution to the problem of sound insulation. In this case, you will need to install a second door. If you decide to use this option, then the second door can be connected to an existing door block. The second option involves the installation of a new door unit, which immediately provides for the installation of two door panels.
When choosing an entrance door, it should be borne in mind that it must have not only soundproofing and heat-insulating properties, but also reliably protect the apartment from unwanted guests. Therefore, you need to look at the material of the door leaf, which must be strong enough and strong. Also pay attention to the total thickness of the door, usually this parameter ranges from 5 to 12 cm. After that, study the properties of the material of the seal. It must not be toxic or flammable. Also, parts of the material should not be visible to the eye and should be securely hidden behind the door leaf. All parts must fit snugly together, the presence of defects or gaps will not create sufficient protection against noise.
Do not forget that products with sound insulation are divided into classes. This marking must be provided by the manufacturer. Class 3 marking is used for residential premises. In addition, there are letter markings. In this case, you need to choose products labeled "A + 1", "A" or "B". The latter option is usually suitable for private houses.
Interroom doors from the LineDorrs trademark possess not only stylish design, but also high quality. "Model 600" refers to a blind type of door, does not have any inserts. There are 10 colors that will fit into the design of any interior.
This model is made of PPZh-80 slabs, which consists of mineral wool and a synthetic binder that meets the GOST standard. In addition, the product has an automatic drop-down threshold. Together, these qualities reduce the noise level to 42 dB.
It is worth noting that the door leaf itself is made of solid wood. And the inner cavity is filled with filling in the form of honeycombs, which also has a positive effect on noise protection. The door frame is lined with an MDF panel with a PVC film. It is worth noting the presence of an aluminum edge, thanks to which the product has an improved appearance and a long service life.
The average cost is 16,000 rubles.
"Italian legend Madera Vintage 5" from the Belarusian manufacturer is distinguished by moisture resistance and high sound insulation. This model is made of pine wood using Italian equipment.
The material of manufacture makes it easy to paint or varnish this product. It is worth noting that any type of paint will do, and the paint will lay down evenly, will not spread. If you cover the product with varnish, then there will also be uniform impregnation, and then a pleasant shine will appear.
All details of this model are made of an environmentally friendly product, have no unpleasant smell or toxic waste. And also pine will contribute to a good and healthy sleep.
The average cost is 17,000 rubles.
This entrance door combines interesting design and excellent quality. The depth of the canvas in "Consul Lux" is 9.5 cm, which will create excellent noise protection, there are also 3 sealing circuits that create tightness. The thickness of the steel door leaf is 1.5 mm., also the outer side has a PVC coating in Wenge color, and the inner side has a PVC coating in bleached oak or wenge color, at the request of the buyer. There are two locks (upper and lower) from the Russian manufacturer "Guardian", as well as a valve on the inside of the product.
The door leaf, as well as other metal products are covered with powder paint. Inside there is a mineral wool seal, which is a good noise absorber. Although the door is quite heavy, it has an easy move. This is provided by bark axleless hinges with adjustment. A peephole with a shutter gives a viewing angle of 180 degrees.
The average cost is 26,000 rubles.
This model from the Russian manufacturer "Rotibor" is designed for installation in an apartment. "Spectrum 3K" has insulation and sound insulation. The door leaf is made of steel with a thickness of 1.5 mm, has a powder coating. The total thickness of the door leaf is 10 cm. For noise insulation, the door leaf is filled with mineral wool. There are also 3 sealing circuits that protect against drafts and odors. The outer side of the product is made in linen silver color, has a protective PVC film. The inner side has an acacia color, a protective film and a mirror.
There is also an internal latch and two locks: main and additional, which have class 4 protection against burglary.
The average cost is 26,000 rubles.
Products from the company "Intekron" combine modern design, reliability and quality. The outer side of the product is made of steel, 2 mm thick, and has a matte finish White shagreen. The inner side is made of steel 1 mm thick. There are 3 sealing circuits that guarantee sound insulation, provide protection against drafts and the penetration of foreign odors. Mineral wool insulation is also used to protect against external sounds and retain heat. The thickness of the frame is 98 mm, and the thickness of the door leaf is 80 mm. Although the total weight of the product is more than 100 kg, thanks to 3 hinges on bearings, opening remains easy and silent. There are two locks.The main lock is presented in the form of a cylinder lock, which has the 4th class of security against burglary. And an additional one - in the form of a lever lock, also with a 4th class of reliability. There is a Rezident armor plate, which increases the reliability of the main lock.
The average cost is 37,000 rubles.
The Zetta company has been manufacturing steel doors for over 10 years. And during this time managed to establish itself as a reliable and high-quality manufacturer. All products meet not only Russian, but also European quality standards.
"Premier P 09" has a steel thickness of 2 mm, and the total thickness of the door leaf is 10 cm. The door frame has a reinforcement that provides a steel square knee bar. For noise insulation, three sealing circuits and a mineral wool slab are used, which gives 41 dB of noise protection.
There are also 2 locks that have class 4 protection against burglary, and an internal latch. Unlike other models of entrance doors, it has 6 anti-removable pins, which further increases the reliability and safety.
The average cost is 44,000 rubles.
By choosing the right door with sound insulation, you will get comfortable conditions both in the whole apartment and in a separate room.Although the cost of interior doors with sound insulation is an order of magnitude higher than usual, but with their purchase you will protect yourself from anxiety and will have a guaranteed restful sleep.