Magnetite Questions & Answers

Hi Judy S., Thank you for your enquiry. Our retrofit double-glazing solution is designed to reduce the noise by up to 70%. Noise coming from the dog’s bark is typically intermittent noise (silent then noise then silent then noise…) This means that even if we block 50% of the noise which takes the edge off of the barking, you will still hear the dog bark as it interrupts the silence. The reduction may or may not be enough to give you the relief you are after as it all depends on the type of dog, the distance to the dog and your sensitivity to noise. We are happy to send our estimator to assess the situation for you and recommend the system that will best work for you if you like. Please give us a call on 02 9565 4070 for a free measure and quote. Kind Regards, the Magnetite team.

Loud barking from close by???...I'd have to guess...no But...it wil be attenuated. Unfortunately noise that is meant to be annoying- doof doof, harley davidson bikes etc, are very difficult to block out because that kind of noise gets in through so many avenues...even vibrating roof tiles and then ceilings. So...it will reduce the sound but probably won't be able to stop it. Easier to stop the blasted dogs!!!

Hi Sam, thank you for reaching out to us. You can stay up to date on our Facebook and Instagram pages with regular posts on our products and services. Please follow the link below to see our recent video on how our system cancels out road noise by up to 70%. external link  Kind Regards, the Magnetite Team

Hi Peter, Thank you for your enquiry. Magnetite uses acrylic glazing which is a much better insulator than glass. As such Magnetite will help keep the temperature at the window more inline with the temperature in the room. This will, in most cases, reduce the amount of condensation that forms on the windows. There may some instances where there is a moisture problem in the home or very poor air movement within the home so some smaller rooms gather excessive moisture. In these cases there may still be a smaller amount of condensation that forms on very cold nights. I hope this helps. Please let us know if you have any other questions or if you would like someone to come and inspect the windows and your situation in greater detail. Kind Regards The Magnetite Team

Hi Hershy. We mainly installed Magnetite for noise reduction but with a west facing window and afternoon sun. There is also a definite significant reduction in the heat coming through our window. I used to close the blind and shutters on the window about 5pm and now I don’t need to.

Thank you for taking the trouble to respond!

I forgot to mention. A huge reduction in the cold coming through the window as well.

Dear Llewellyn L, we have various suppliers for a range of different components. Many of our components are made under license and are not available for retail. If you require repair to an existing installation or if you are considering a new installation, please get in touch with us via email at info@magnetite.com.au or call 1300 738 763. Regards the Magnetite team.

Did NOT answer my question…….

Hi Llewellyn L, our windows are manufactured locally. All our franchises have their own local factory and warehouse – where each of Magnetite’s secondary glazing systems is custom made to fit your existing window or door. Regards, the Magnetite team.

Even though you already have double glazing it will only reduce noise to around 20-30% due to the lack of air cavity between the two glazing(10-20mm). Recommended air cavity required for sound reduction is a minimum of 50mm up to and above 100mm. Basically the bigger the air cavity the more soundwaves get trapped between the two glazing. Also Acrylic can actually absorb more sound/vibration than glass so Magnetite will be better sound reduction than traditional double glazing and materials are recyclable making it more echo friendly. Optical Grade Acrylic is used which is a more pure form of Acrylic which doesn't go yellow after a while therefor the reason why it is a little costly (hence the saying you get what you pay for) but still much cheaper than traditional double glazing.

Hi Tom, we are sorry to hear that you are having trouble getting in touch with us. Some of our offices are currently operating on reduced hours due to the lockdown. Could you please let us know which Magnetite office you are trying to reach so we can follow this up? Otherwise, please email us at info@magnetite.com.au. Regards, the Magnetite team.

Hi Rob, the answer depends on two distinct areas. 1) Are you looking to a) reduce Heat Transfer (outwards in the Winter and Inwards in the summer) b) reduce noise from the outside 2) How your Shutters have been installed?

are they within the window cove/cavity/opening or on the front of the window cove/cavity/opening?

my windows had internal window sills of approx 110mm which allowed for the Magnetite to be installed at the 50mm mark giving the 50mm gap between windo and magnetite and another 50mm of window sill.

if your plantation Shutters are on the inside of the home window sills and there is ample space between plantation Shutters and window then Go Go Go....

Thanks. Should work. I am purely wanting to reduce noise.

Hi - it will help reducing some noises. The quote is free and they will come to your place to provide details and options with honest expectations based on your environment. There is no pressure for you to go with it. So you can determine whether is worth it or not.

It can reduce the noise by up to 70% through the windows itself. Other factors that may determine results are quality of roof insulation, floor insulation,wall insulation,air vents or even cracks in a wall. Anywhere air can seep through sound will too. Wholistic approach is best but yes Magnetite is very effective and has been tested under laboratory conditions through the national acoustics laboratory.

Very effective for both by balancing the width of the air cavity.

Yes you can do one window at a time, Good idea to do one and check the result

Magnetite did a good job. The dB meter i had downloaded as an app recorded a drop from 55-60 dB to 30 -35 dB after installing Magnetite 4.5 mm. Low frequency noises from heavy vehicles , though, dampen less.

Thank you Sharad

Pretty easy. The panels are magnetic so they're easy to click on and off.

Hi Meme53, please contact our office on 1300 738 763 and we may be able to send you some suction cups. Otherwise, you can also find the suction cups from Bunnings. Regards, the Magnetite team.

Thankyou, I did get some in the end, from Bunnings. Cheers Mémé

Check out the magnetite website for their videos All are fitted by magnet frames. The smaller windows you want to pop out regularly have a handle at the top, very quick and easy to gently pull toward you steading the bottom with your hand to lift out. The bigger ones also pop out the same way but with suction cups that are provided.

Hi Renae, feel free to contact our office on 1300 30 40 82 and one of our team members will be able to assist with your enquiry. Regards, the Magnetite team.

Hi Hanh, Thank you for your enquiry. Yes, you can contact our Canberra team on 02 6255 7220 or alternatively via email on canberra@magnetite.com.au. In the meantime, to learn more about our products, please visit external link . Let us know if we can help you with anything. Kind Regards, the Magnetite team

thank you

Hi Dave M., thank you for your enquiry. Magnetite does operate in Canada with a head office in Toronto. The best contact for the Canada outlets is Andre Zupancic via 1-800-282-9544 Toll free or email azupancic@rogers.com. Kind Regards the Magnetite team