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13 Types of Acoustic Wall Panels: Compared by Material

How to Compare Acoustic Wall Panel Types Most people picture the standard 2’x4′ fabric-wrapped rectangle. That is one of thirteen types in common use, and they are not interchangeable — some are built to absorb sound, and some are built mostly to look like they do. Most guides sort panels by material. Acousticians sort them…

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Eco-Friendly Soundproofing Materials: What Actually Works

What Makes a Soundproofing Material Actually Eco-Friendly Most lists of eco-friendly soundproofing materials have the same problem: wool, cork and denim show up with a line about being “natural” and no word on how well they actually work. Half of them absorb echo and do almost nothing to stop sound getting through a wall. Buy…

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Best Outdoor Soundproofing Material: What Actually Blocks Noise

Why Most Outdoor Soundproofing Doesn’t Work Outdoor soundproofing has one advantage over indoor work: there is nothing for sound to bounce off. It travels in a straight line from the source to your ear, so the only thing that helps is putting something heavy and solid in the way, tall enough to break that line.…

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Radio Studio Soundproofing: Booth, Control Room and Materials

Soundproofing vs Acoustic Treatment in a Radio Studio A microphone hears everything in the room: the truck outside, the HVAC, the phone call in the next office, and the host’s own voice coming back off the walls. Fixing that takes two different jobs, and most radio studio problems come from mixing them up. Soundproofing (isolation)…

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A Guide to Church Acoustics and Soundproofing

A church or worship center serves as a way to bring a community together to celebrate their religion and beliefs. It unites individuals by giving them a comfortable space to openly practice their beliefs and interact with one another. From traditional churches that hold mass to worship centers that use music as a form of…

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Acoustical Solutions for a Medical Office

Healthcare professionals excel in their craft by being knowledgeable, respectful, and considerate of their patients. This occupation requires one to have patience, in addition to providing care in a space that is comfortable and safe. No matter what kind of medical office you work in, like a doctor’s office or dentist, it is important to…

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Soundproofing Solutions for an Auditorium

An auditorium serves as a way to bring people together for an event, a musical performance, or to listen to a guest speaker. They are commonly located on a school campus, in a professional building, inside a library, etc. Since auditoriums are a large and open space, it’s easier to become filled with noise. Sound…

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Home Soundproofing 101: For Vacation Homes & AirBnB’s

In this day and age, there’s an abundance of places to stay when visiting a new place. Rather than the typical hotel, tourists now have more housing options such as an airbnb, hostel, cabin, etc. If you are someone who rents out a vacation home, it’s important to make the space as incredible as possible.…

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Study Room Soundproofing 101

Study rooms can be found in several facilities such as apartments, libraries, college campuses, etc. They are filled with tables, chairs, whiteboards, charging outlets, and sometimes a tv. These rooms provide individuals with the opportunity to study in a noise-free zone. Though, since study rooms are usually located near close corridors, there is no guarantee…

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How to Soundproof a Room: For Spa & Wellness Centers

Spa and wellness centers range in the types of services they provide, typically including massages, aromatherapy, facials, saunas, etc. The environment within this kind of facility is known to be calm, peaceful, and soothing. It’s perfect for when you want to treat yourself after a long work week or to release tension within your body.…

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