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How to Sleep with a Snorer

They say love can be blind, but it most certainly isn’t deaf. Especially not after a number of sleepless nights due to a partner with a snoring problem. If you’re getting tired of throwing elbows and kicks to jolt your snoring partner awake, we have a few tips for you. ALSO: See Our Comprehensive Guide […]

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How to Fall Asleep Fast

Are you tired of lying down at night for bed and instead of falling asleep, you end up lying there wide awake for what seems like forever? Or maybe you just want to fall asleep faster for those nights you have to be up early. We have created a quick guide on how to fall […]

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What is a Decibel (dB)?

Have you ever wondered what a decibel is and how exactly it is relevant to you? The decibel is actually a unit used to measure the intensity of a sound. It is abbreviated “dB.”  Explaining the decibel scale is a bit complicated because the human ear is so complex, as explained in our blog The […]

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Now Offering Standard-Sized Sound Curtains!

Residential Acoustics is now offering a standard-sized AcoustiCurtainTM and AcoustiDoorTM for the customer who wants to order quickly without waiting for a customized curtain to be made! These products ship 1-3 days after your order has been made! Listing of Soundproof Curtain Options The AcoustiCurtainTM specializes in blocking up to 90% of sound. The products […]

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The Science Behind Sound

Sound is something we use every day for basic communication and entertainment. It can be useful, enjoyable, and sometimes a necessity for survival. It can also be annoying and bothersome to our state of relaxation and concentration. But have you ever stopped to think what causes sound or how our ears interpret sound? If so, […]

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Infographic: Keep the Noise Out

1% Acoustics Rule: A 1% Gap Lets in 50% of the Sound! Unless you live out in the middle of nowhere with your closest neighbors being miles away, you are probably bothered by some sort of outside noise throughout the day or night. Many people reach out to us about the sound of planes, trains, cars, […]

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Best Ways to Soundproof Your Sliding Doors

Many home designs incorporate sliding doors. They’re often desired for the openness they create in a room and the great view they give to the outdoors. However, sliding doors have their downfalls, primarily the inability to effectively block sound coming in above and around the doorway. Whether you have a noise source on the other side […]