We live in a noisy world. Sounds surround us on a constant basis, and oftentimes loud environments are impossible to avoid. However, they can influence how we live in both positive and negative ways. Soundproofing comes to help when you want to improve quality of life and you want to make your living healthier and […]
If you’ve ever had a problem with noisy neighbors, street noise, or any other annoying exterior noise, you might’ve already looked into better soundproofing your home. Some of the articles you read might suggest spending thousands on brand new double-paned windows, and others may recommend more affordable options such as soundproofing curtains, also known as […]
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 […]
I’m fortunate to live far enough way from the airport that I’m not often disturbed by airplanes flying overhead, but not everyone can say this. We all know that airplane noise is pretty annoying, but did you know that it could be impacting your life in some other ways? Airport Noise Pollution Could Be Negatively […]
When you think about pollution, what comes to mind? Likely, images of smoggy cities, plastic-covered beaches and overflowing trash cans. As physical pollution becomes increasingly prominent, we tend to forget about its invisible cousin – noise pollution. Noise pollution can be harmful, but there are some solutions. Noise Pollution: Causes and Solutions Since we can’t […]
When you think to “soundproof” a wall or floor, it is difficult to quantify. Unlike light, which is generally blocked or not blocked, sound is a gray area. Certain walls block “more” sound than others, but no wall is completely soundproof. Sound is measured in decibels (dBs) while soundproofing is measured in STC, or Sound […]
When I lived in an apartment, I experienced all kinds of noises whether it was my upstairs neighbor’s barking dog or the construction of new apartments right outside my window. At the time I didn’t understand which ones were airborne and which ones were structure-borne, but now I do. The Difference Between Air Borne and […]
How Loud are the Everyday Noises We Hear? It can be very difficult to determine how “loud” a noise that you hear really is. From the drop of a pin to the roar of a lion, sounds vary so much. It’s almost impossible to to show where on a decibel scale to rate a sound […]
What is NRC? NRC stands for noise reduction coefficient and is the standard rating for how well a material absorbs sound. Different materials have different NRC ratings that range from 0.00-1.00. Noise Reduction Coefficient Explained Typically, the NRC rating of a material is viewed as a percentage. For example, an NRC rating of .75 means […]
