A Quieter, Brighter Space Starts with Columbia Skylights
We all want a home or workspace that’s free from outside noise — a calm environment that promotes rest, focus, and comfort.
Well-designed Columbia Skylights do more than brighten a space — they also help reduce noise pollution from outside. Since introducing double and triple glazed glass units, Columbia has significantly reduced the amount of exterior noise entering homes and businesses. This performance is further enhanced with the option of laminated glass for superior sound control.
Columbia’s sealed double and triple-pane argon gas filled units, combined with advanced gaskets and a multi chamber inner and outer frame design, act as effective sound barriers. The layers of glass and insulating argon gas dampen vibrations from sources such as traffic, rain, or aircraft, ensuring quieter interiors.
Skylights naturally transmit less noise than wall windows because of their roof mounted position — even open venting skylights let in less sound, as they’re not directly facing the source of noise.
The Most Important Decision: Choosing the Right Glass
For the best noise reduction, choose triple glazed or triple glazed laminated glass skylights. Laminated glass adds a special interlayer that absorbs vibrations, reducing both airborne and impact noise while enhancing safety and strength.
Proper installation is just as important. A well sealed skylight, combined with an insulated curb or frame, prevents air gaps and maximizes acoustic performance. The result: a quiet, peaceful interior filled with natural light — without the distractions of the outside world.
Whether your project is in a busy city or near a flight path, a high performance Columbia skylight delivers both brightness and tranquility.
Triple Glazing for Superior Sound Reduction
For the ultimate in sound insulation, consider FAKRO’s FTT Deck Mount Centre Pivot Thermal Roof Window, featuring Canada’s only quadruple glazed laminated unit (also available in triple glazed laminated).
