With environmental issues becoming increasingly critical, it is crucial to use sustainable materials in all facets of our lives, including soundproofing.
For those of you who have experienced the pain of living in a college dorm, you understand what it’s like to live 5 feet away from another person (or two or three). If you’re not familiar with the normal layout of an average college dorm room, consider yourself lucky. If only you knew how to […]
Have you ever been in a room that’s been completely emptied out, perhaps during a move or while painting? I remember when I was redoing my bedroom it was completely empty and the carpet was ripped out and I noticed there was a lot more echo. When I finally got some furniture back in there, […]
Simple Steps to Soundproof a Ceiling – How to Soundproof a Home Ceiling At some point in our lives we’ve all dealt with noisy ceilings. Whether it’s the sound of someone walking around or vacuuming, it’s super annoying especially when you’re trying to get some peace and quiet. Depending on if you’re dealing with noise […]
Why Soundproof a Door? The STC rating of a wall on its own can range from anywhere between 30-60, but if the wall also has doors and windows on it, those must also be taken into account to determine the composite STC rating of a wall. So while your wall assembly on its own may […]
Options for Soundproofing Your Windows When it comes to soundproofing your windows, there really are an abundance of options. Some factors to consider when choosing a window soundproofing method include: Cost Difficulty of installation Extent to which you can modify your home (do you own or rent?) Learn More: How to Soundproof Existing Windows A […]
Surprisingly enough, creating a quiet home for you and your family doesn’t have to be to be complicated or crazy expensive. In fact, there are several quick and simple ways to reduce the amount of noise creeping into your bedroom, living room or office—without breaking the bank! Read below to find our top ways to […]
Not all windows are designed equally, so you may not be able to use the same type of soundproofing treatments on different windows. Soundproofing bay windows can be a bit difficult due to their irregular shape, especially if the plan is to use soundproofing curtains. This is probably why most of the questions we receive […]
You may have seen articles about “The Best Soundproof Curtains on Amazon” or “The best Soundproof Curtains this Year”, but are those curtains actually soundproof? Companies that aren’t familiar with how soundproofing actually works, tend to advertise sound absorbing curtains as soundproofing curtains, and end up with dissatisfied customers. While these companies may not be […]
Why Quality Sleep Matters If we don’t get good quality sleep at night, it can put our whole body out of whack. Not only will you feel tired all the time, lack of good sleep can also affect your physical and mental health. Quality sleep helps improve brain function, aids in muscle recovery, boosts longevity […]
