HOW TO SOUNDPROOF CONFINED LIVING SPACES Those of us who have experienced a college dorm room, understand truly how much actually takes place in such a confined living space. A dorm room or sometimes campus apartments will have one or two common areas– rooms —where you’re spending time with friends, […]
How to Soundproof Your House from Train Noise If you live anywhere near a set of train tracks, chances are you’re all too familiar with the screaming blare of a train’s whistle. Unless you plan on moving, soundproofing your house is the best option to reducing the noise.Blocking Train Horns & Whistle Noises It may […]
Soundproof Curtains, Do They Work to Block Noises and Sounds? There is a lot of speculation on the web that curtains are not a viable solution to loud sounds, whether draped over leaky doors or windows and if they are an effective solution for blocking noises and sounds. Soundproof curtains and window coverings have come […]
When moving into a dorm, a new apartment, or a new house everything is as happy as can be. Only, when you have lived there for a few days you begin to notice that the neighbor’s dog is barking, the mockingbird is constantly exercising its vocal cords outside your window, the laundry room is singing its […]
While soundproof curtains are used on an array of various applications – such as industrial soundproofing of loud machines, as well as blocking outside noise in residential homes and apartments – the effectiveness of the soundproof curtains is highly dependent on the level of outside noise. Per ANSI/ASA S2.71, a small vibration in a room, as […]
Open home floor plans create a natural flow throughout the home that makes each room feel versatile, open, and more spacious than it actually is. This type of floor plan is great for people that entertain often, want a lot of natural light in the home, or for families with children that need supervision. While […]
The Problem: When offices are too noisy, it negatively affects the workplace in a variety of ways. It’s harder for employees to complete work on time, focus on the task at hand, and communicate with coworkers. This leads to lower productivity, efficiency, and employee moral. Whether sound is coming from neighboring businesses, nearby residential areas, […]
The way that furniture and decor is placed and the materials that they are made up of can do more than just enhance the aesthetics of a space. Using absorptive materials and setting up furnishings efficiently can actually help improve its acoustical quality. Whether it be in your home of office, these tips on using […]
Life can be so hectic that we sometimes don’t even have a moment in the day to stop and catch our breath. If you’re facing noise issues at home, but don’t have the time for a big project, don’t fret! We’ve compiled a list of quick ways to soundproof your home, making getting some peace […]
While it’s no secret that excess noise can be a huge problem in your home, it can be hard to know where to start or what to do when it comes to soundproofing. Keep reading for our secrets to soundproofing your home, as all of these tips can be done by the everyday DIY’er with […]
