Why Prahran Needs Double Glazing
Prahran Challenges:
- •Chapel Street (major shopping/nightlife strip)
- •High Street commercial corridor
- •Train line (Prahran, Windsor stations)
- •Dense apartment living
- •Traffic noise 24/7
- •Vintage buildings with poor glazing
Solution: Premium acoustic uPVC double glazed windows.
Noise Solutions
Chapel Street Properties
- • Shopping precinct activity
- • Nightlife (bars, clubs until 3am)
- • Constant traffic flow
Solution: Premium acoustic (10.38mm)
85% noise reduction
Investment: +$220/window
High Street
- • Tram route 78
- • Commercial traffic
Solution: Standard acoustic
75% reduction
Train Line
- • Prahran/Windsor stations
- • Frequent trains (4-6/hour peak)
Solution: Acoustic laminate + uPVC
82% reduction
Prahran Apartment Focus
Why Critical:
✗ Most apartments: cheap builder glazing
✗ Noise = major complaint
✗ Temperature extremes common
✗ Energy bills high
✓ Sleep quality improved
✓ Work from home possible (quiet)
✓ Energy bills halved
✓ Resale value boost
Pricing:
Studio
$6,000-$10,000
1-bed
$9,000-$14,000
2-bed
$14,000-$20,000
Energy Savings
Typical Prahran Apartment (1-bed)
Before
$1,200/year
After
$600/year
Savings: $600/year
Investment
$11,000
Payback
6 years
Property value
+$15,000-$25,000
Prahran Projects
Case 1: Chapel St Above Shops
- • 2-bed apartment, above retail
- • Challenge: Noise 24/7, nightlife until 3am
- • Solution: 6 windows, premium acoustic
- • Result: 88% noise reduction, can sleep!
- • Cost: $15,500
Case 2: High St Victorian Conversion
- • 1920s building converted
- • 8 apartments, poor thermal performance
- • Solution: uPVC double glazed throughout
- • Result: Energy bills down 52%
- • Cost: $13,000 per apartment
Heritage Considerations
Prahran Heritage Areas:
- • Some properties in heritage overlay
- • Period-appropriate designs available
- • We handle council applications
Victorian/Edwardian Terraces:
- • Chapel Street precinct
- • Greville Street
- • Traditional designs approved
Installation Speed
Apartments
1 day
typical
Terraces
2 days
Large homes
3 days
Minimal Disruption:
✓ Professional teams
✓ Stay home during install
✓ Clean, organized
✓ Same-day completion
Property Types
Modern Apartments
Replace builder-grade quickly
Heritage Terraces
Period-appropriate solutions
Warehouse Conversions
Industrial aesthetic maintained
Climate Performance
Urban Heat Island:
Prahran 3-4°C hotter than outer suburbs in summer.
Double Glazing Benefits:
- • Reflects heat out (Low-E)
- • Interior 7-9°C cooler
- • Cooling costs: -55%
Winter:
- • Blocks drafts completely
- • Heating costs: -50%
Why Prahran Residents Choose Us
✓ 150+ Prahran installations
✓ Apartment specialists (fast, clean)
✓ Noise reduction experts
✓ Understand urban challenges
✓ Local references available
Customer Reviews
"Lived with nightclub noise for 3 years. Premium acoustic glazing = finally can sleep. Worth every dollar."
- Sarah L.
"Heritage terrace, worried about appearance. Looks authentic, performs amazingly. Noise gone."
- Tom D.
Get Your Prahran Quote
Mention "Prahran" for acoustic consultation!
Email: info@finessewindows.com.au
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