Soundproofing Tips Archives - Page 12 of 16

29 Feb

Guide to Urban Living: What Amenities Are Critical for Choosing an Apartment?

What makes people choose where to live? What are the factors influencing the decision-making process most? What do today’s homeowners or renters need in order to live comfortably or renew their lease? We will provide some insights on these questions below. Digital Presence Technology trends and online convenience are leading this category. During the search […]

by Anna Gulyaeva. Posted on February 29, 2016

08 Feb

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Snore No More – 5 Tips to Reduce Snoring

Let’s face it: snoring is not the most comforting ‘trait’ to have. The truth is that 45% of adults snore at least occasionally, so the chances that you snore or you know someone who snores are extremely high. We usually consider snoring to be just slightly annoying, however, it may actually have a negative impact […]

by Anna Gulyaeva. Posted on February 8, 2016

01 Feb

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Advice for Light Sleepers?

You might have heard about the notion of light sleepers. These are people who are finding it hard to fall asleep or can be easily awoken. But do you know that women tend to be more sensitive when sleeping? According to National Sleep Foundation, women are twice as likely as men to have difficulty falling […]

by Anna Gulyaeva. Posted on February 1, 2016

25 Jan

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Categories of Noise and How to Deal With Them

We are surrounded by noises all the time and for some, even the most relaxing time like reading a book or enjoying a nap can have audible interruptions. In today’s environment people struggle with noises 24/7, from hearing neighbors while you are at home, traffic outside and phones at the office. If loud commotion and […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on January 25, 2016

04 Jan

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How to Reduce the Sound of a Barking Dog

Dogs are a man’s best friend but unfortunately they can sometimes become your sleeping neighbors worst nemesis. Today, as more and more homeowners share their space with a four-legged friend or two (or more), it’s common to struggle with reducing their noise output and working to not to upset the neighbors next door. We have […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on January 4, 2016

16 Nov

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Travel Tip: Reduce Noise Disturbances in your Hotel Room

When traveling, everyone deserves to enjoy a quiet and restful nights’ sleep. One of the perks of being on vacation is to mentally recharge and have the ability to be transported far away from the stresses and interruptions of everyday life. Unfortunately, as many people find out, sleep is often a challenge because of the […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on November 16, 2015

26 Oct

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Tips to Reduce Street Noise Through Your Window

Street noise is an issue for almost everyone at one point or another. Whether you hear sirens and street life in a high-traffic environment like New York or loud construction noise interrupts your relaxation in the suburbs – street noise can and will penetrate your home. Here are some of the most effective tips to […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on October 26, 2015

16 Oct

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Are Blackout Curtains Soundproof?

If you’re looking to create an optimal environment for a restful night’s sleep you may stumble upon information highlighting blackout curtains or sound blocking curtains and get confused on which option works best or even think ‘they probably do almost the same things’. Both light and sound are powerful cues that tell your body it’s […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on October 16, 2015

12 Sep

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Top 10 Noises That Need Soundproofing

In today’s busiest cities it can be tough to escape from the constant background noise. From our experience, we’ve noticed some common and recurring reasons that drive all of our readers and customers to look for soundproofing solutions. We reached out to over 3000 customers, and got feedback from over 200. When we tabulated the […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on September 12, 2015

blackout curtains vs soundproof curtains

10 Sep

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Types of Sound Curtains

Due to their technical nature, there is often confusion about the different types of sound curtains on the market. Today, we wanted to clarify some of those differences. There are many synonyms for the same types of curtain, but two main differences out there. Be sure to watch for the key ratings – STC & NRC. […]

by Walker Peek. Posted on September 10, 2015