Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
To comply with Building Regulation Document N and M it is required, by law, that a minimum of 2 rows of dots or squares are applied to full height glass partitions to denote that it is glass. Unless specifically requested to the contrary, we include the minimum manifestation requirement within your quotation.
You may also wish to use a bespoke film manifestation design. We would be pleased to quote for your specific requirement, think of a design, we can do it!
Our Acoustic Laminate glass partitions offer exceptional sound insulation, significantly outperforming standard toughened glass. Our single-glazed acoustic fixed panels can achieve a sound reduction of up to 38dB, while our premium double-glazed systems provide enhanced performance, reaching up to 51dB.
To help you choose the right acoustic rating for your workspace, the tables below translate technical decibel (dB) figures into real-world scenarios. Use these guides to understand common noise levels and determine the degree of speech privacy you will experience on the other side of your partition.
| Weighted Sound Reduction Index (Rw) | Speech Privacy Level |
|---|---|
| 25 dB | Normal speech can be overheard |
| 30 dB | Loud speech can be heard clearly |
| 35 dB | Loud speech can be distinguished under normal conditions |
| 40 dB | Loud speech can be heard but not distinguished |
| 45 dB | Loud speech can be heard faintly but not distinguished |
| >50 dB | Loud speech can only be heard faintly with great difficulty |
| Decibels (dB) | Example |
|---|---|
| 0 | Silence |
| 10 | Breathing, ticking watch |
| 20 | Rustling leaves, mosquitos |
| 30 | Whispering |
| 40 | Light rain, computer hum |
| 50 | Quiet office, refrigerator |
| 60 | Normal conversation, air conditioner |
| 70 | Shower, toilet flush, dishwasher |
| 80 | City traffic, vacuum cleaner |
| 90 | Music in headphones, lawn mower |
| 100 | Motorcycle, hand drill |
| 110 | Rock concert, chain saw |
| 120 | Thunderclap |
| 130 | Maximum stadium crowd noise |
| 140 | Aeroplane taking off |
| 150 | Fighter jet take off |
| 160 | Shot gun |
| 170 | Fireworks |
| 180 | Rocket launch |
In most cases yes. We can 'notch' around obstructions like:
- Lights / Smoke Detectors
- Air Conditioning
- Wall Mounted Trunking / Radiators
- Power / Data Sockets
- Non Standard Skirting
If any of these apply, please email photos to [email protected]. A small additional charge would be made per notch.
Frameless Glass Door
The door pivots without the need of a door frame. This is visually impressive and the most common type. There is a gap around the perimeter (5mm-10mm) for clearance.
Framed Glass Door
Doors hung within a slim aluminium frame. This provides better sound insulation. Available as single sheet 12mm glass or double glazed.
Doors are typically quoted with a pair of 300mm deep, satin stainless steel D Handles. In most cases, the following options are available:
- Larger D Handles (600mm - 1760mm)
- Lever Lock / Latch
- Digital Locks
- Centre Deadlock / Patchlock
Standard Terms: We take payment in two stages. A £100+VAT deposit at ordering, followed by the remaining balance after the professional survey is complete.
Public Sector: Schools, Councils, and NHS can use authorized purchase orders. Full balance is due immediately on completion.
Credit Accounts: We do not offer credit accounts for private businesses.
