quiet places to study in college
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Quiet Places to Study in College

Colleges have evolved over time from educational centers to local night clubs, metaphorically speaking. With so many party goers and loud music enthusiasts there are only so many quiet places to study in college that a person can go to even while they might not be the most ‘study friendly’ places. Related: How to Soundproof […]

Soundproof Room Dividers
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Soundproof Room Dividers

I don’t know about you, but when I was growing up, if either of my parents ever decided to work from home one day, they always worked at the dining room table. Now if all of the kids were at school that day then that was great for them, but if it was summer and […]

Soundproof a pocket door
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How to Soundproof a Pocket Door

You may or may or may not have pocket doors in you home, but I’ve never been to someone’s house who didn’t have at least one somewhere. If the only pocket doors you have are in the bathroom separating the vanity from the shower, this article probably isn’t for you. This is for everyone who […]

Soundproofing Mistakes
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The Top 4 Outdoor Soundproofing Mistakes

When it comes to outdoor soundproofing for your home, you most likely have a few rooms in mind for soundproofing or specific noises you want to block. Once you decide on the specific areas in need of soundproofing, working from the outside in is a smart and effective option. But don’t take on any soundproofing […]

loud appliances
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Appliances Decibel Ratings Infographic – With Soundproofing Tips

Appliances are often the loudest noise source in a home. Of these, there are several that are particularly bad offenders, such as blenders, washers, dryers, refrigerators and dishwashers. Ever wonder how they compare to one another? Check out our infographic on Loudest Appliances and Electronics in your home. Compare against other common noise levels Soundproofing […]

soundproofing older homes
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Soundproofing for Older Homes

There’s two types of people out there, those who love old, historic homes and those who want to live in a newly built, or at least recently built home. In my case, I love the look and feel of an older home, especially if it’s an older bungalow style. However, those of you that live […]

Light Sleepers
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Light Sleepers (How to Stay Asleep)

Tossing and turning throughout the night doesn’t cut it. As humans we spend up to one-third of our lives in a sleep state and it is crucial to our bodies’ health, mental clarity and performance throughout our lives. For light sleepers the most common obstacle faced when trying to stay asleep is their lack of […]