Profile Materials
Broken bridge aluminum: It has excellent heat insulation and soundproofing properties, high strength, and is corrosion-resistant. Its multi-chamber structure can effectively prevent the transmission of sound, making it a popular material for soundproof folding doors on the market currently. Broken bridge aluminum is a relatively high-quality door and window material. Aluminum alloy has many advantages. For example, its high strength allows it to block external noise effectively.
Aluminum alloy: It is lightweight, strong in strength, and has various surface treatment methods, possessing a certain degree of soundproofing ability. Some high-quality aluminum alloy folding doors can further enhance the soundproofing effect through special sealing designs. The light weight of aluminum alloy makes it very easy for installers to install, reducing the installation difficulty and indirectly reducing the economic costs for installers.
Plastic steel: It has good soundproofing performance, a relatively low price, and also has good heat insulation and sealing properties. However, compared with broken bridge aluminum and aluminum alloy, the strength of plastic steel is slightly weaker, and its appearance may seem a bit monotonous. Plastic steel has extremely strong soundproofing capabilities. Even if you work or live in a bustling urban area, you can have a quiet environment. Therefore, in response to consumers’ needs and pain points, plastic steel is an excellent material that can effectively help consumers avoid noise interference.
Glass Types
Double-layer insulating glass: There is an air layer in the middle, which can effectively block the transmission of sound, having a good soundproofing effect, and at the same time, it can also play a certain role in heat insulation. Double-layer glass also has a heat preservation effect. For example, in cold winter, when this double-layer insulating glass is installed, the outside cold air will not enter, and it will be warmer and more comfortable. And in summer, when the weather is hot, due to the thick glass blocking the outside heat, the indoor temperature will remain at a constant level.
Triple-layer insulating glass: It has one more layer of glass and an air layer compared to double-layer insulating glass, with better soundproofing performance, especially showing a significant effect in blocking high-frequency noise. However, the price is relatively high, and the weight of the door will also increase.
Laminated glass: It is composed of two or more layers of glass with one or more layers of PVB film sandwiched in the middle. When the glass is impacted, the PVB film can absorb energy and prevent glass fragments from splashing. It has good safety and soundproofing properties, and has a better isolation effect on medium and low-frequency noise.
Sealing Performance
Sealing strips: High-quality sealing strips are the key to ensuring the soundproofing effect of folding doors. Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) rubber strips have good elasticity, aging resistance, and sealing performance, which can effectively fill the gaps between the door and the door frame, reducing the entry of sound.
Door frame structure: Choose a door frame with a multi-channel sealing design, such as a door frame structure with double or triple sealing strips, which can form a more effective soundproof barrier. In addition, the installation accuracy of the door frame will also affect the sealing performance. When installing, make sure that the gaps between the door frame and the wall are filled tightly.
Hardware Accessories
Hinges: The quality of hinges directly affects the smoothness and stability of the opening and closing of folding doors, and thus affects the soundproofing effect. Choose stainless steel or copper hinges, which have good load-bearing capacity and corrosion resistance, and can ensure that the door maintains a good sealing state during long-term use.
Locks: Good locks can not only improve the security of the door but also enhance its sealing performance. Choose locks with a multi-point locking function, which can make the door close more tightly, reducing the gaps and improving the soundproofing performance.
Brand and Quality
Brand reputation: Choose brands with high popularity and good reputation. These brands usually have better guarantees in terms of product quality, craftsmanship, and after-sales service. You can learn about the brand’s credibility and product quality through channels such as online reviews, recommendations from friends, and industry exhibitions.
Product testing reports: Check the soundproofing performance testing reports of the products to understand their specific soundproofing indicators, such as the sound insulation quantity (Rw), etc. Generally speaking, the higher the sound insulation quantity, the better the soundproofing effect.
Installation and After-sales Service
Professional installation: The installation of soundproof folding doors requires professional skills and experience. Improper installation may affect the soundproofing effect of the door. Choose merchants with professional installation teams to ensure the installation accuracy and quality of the door. When installing soundproof folding doors, pay attention to the size of the folding door and the door frame. If the door frame is too small, try to seal it with glue or cement as much as possible. The size design of doors and windows should be specific and accurate, which can save a lot of time and economic costs during installation.
After-sales service: Good after-sales service can solve the concerns of users during the use process. Understand the after-sales service content of merchants, including the warranty period, repair response time, spare parts supply, etc., and choose merchants with perfect after-sales service. After-sales service is a very important part of completing the sales task. It also focuses on the customers’ use, the testing of the use of doors and windows, as well as the feedback on the performance during use. Make improvements based on these feedbacks, hoping to make the design of doors and windows more user-friendly and professional.
Regarding after-sales service, after installing the folding doors, conduct an online survey to ask about the usage effect and the customers’ opinions, such as how they feel about the use of the doors and windows, what the effect is, where the doors and windows need to be improved, and what suggestions they have for the design of doors and windows by Dingtuo Door and Window Company?