Soundproofing is often thought of as a luxury reserved for million-dollar recording studios and extravagant hotels. Luckily, that’s not always he case. Anyone with a noise problem can fit soundproofing into their budget by following these affordable tips. Keep reading to hear about 5 of the best high-quality, low-cost solutions to soundproof your space without…
You may have heard the terms “echo & reverberation” before, and you may even use the two words interchangeably. Echo and reverberation are actually two different things, but both are created by an initial impulse noise such as a clap, conversation, or music. Both echo and reverb can also be reduced using acoustic treatment such…
Soundproofing your space doesn’t have to be a budget-breaking ordeal, you can implement some easy do-it-yourself soundproofing ideas and solve your noise problems. Add Weight to Your Walls A lot of noise is usually transmitted through “paper thin” walls, this is often the case in apartments and multi-family complexes where wall STC ratings are low…
What is Structure-Borne Noise? Structure borne noise or structure borne sound is defined as noise that occurs from the impact of an object hitting a surface, like heavy footsteps falling against a floor. The impact causes both sides of the inflicted surface to vibrate and generate sound waves. For example, if your upstairs neighbor drops…
What Is Airborne Noise? Airborne noise or airborne sound is defined as any sound that is transmitted by the air, like music or speech. Sound waves are picked up and carried by air until they crash into something solid, like a wall. The collision sends vibrations through the wall and into the space beyond it.…
The first noise you hear when someone enters your home is usually from the door slamming behind them. That is the alarm that someone is home, but what if that frightening noise never happened. What if there was silence that was followed by silence? Previous suggestions for making your doors quieter include putting rubber bands…
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…
As is often the case, when determining how to soundproof your home or a room, the first step is research. What do you need to soundproof, and what type of sound is causing the problem? There is such a wide range of DIY soundproofing projects out there, and we deal with them every day –…
Do-it-Yourself Tips for Creating a Peaceful Atmosphere in Your Home There’s nothing better than coming back to a quiet, peaceful home after a long day out. However, if you are dealing with street noise, loud neighbors, or other noise disturbances, it can be hard get the relaxation you deserve. Check out these 5 simple ways…