Category Archive: Reducing Echo
Soundproofing a Psychologist’s Office [Case Study]
The problem of the sound transmission issue is unfortunately a very common problem. I get calls all the time from people in similar situations who are looking for products to help stop sound traveling from one office or exam room to the other. Confidentiality and patient privacy is extremely important. Many people call me looking for a product to put on the wall, and because I have helped so many people, I start the conversation by asking three main questions […]
Soundproofing for Breweries
Between the clinking glasses and boisterous conversation, breweries are lively spaces. While many people go to breweries to enjoy their bustling ambiance, too much noise can put a damper on the experience. Fortunately, there are a host of brewery soundproofing solutions that can reduce acoustic clamor and enhance your customers’ experience. Below, we’ll explore some […]
Gymnasium Acoustics and Noise Treatments
Gymnasium acoustics are usually poor at best. Soundproofing a gymnasium is easier than you think and will greatly improve your gym acoustics.
Soundproofing vs sound absorbing – explaining the difference
I have been getting a lot of calls lately where people are looking to soundproof a room. They explain to me that they want sound that is being made within the room to STAY in the room or they want to keep sound out of their space. We commonly begin talking about the room and the type of noise that we are dealing with in each particular situation […]
Strategies to Eliminate Flutter Echoes
Sound control is a meticulous process that blends science and design to create an acoustically-pleasing environment. Even minor mistakes in the room design, structure, and materials can cause cascading sonic issues that distract or distort sound within the space. For instance, flutter echoes are a common acoustic phenomenon that can wreak havoc on the quality […]
Dog Kennel & Daycare Soundproofing
Lots of dog owners feel some sense of guilt at leaving their best friends home alone all afternoon. Sometimes it’s nice to let our dogs socialize with other dogs when we’re away at work for the day. It’s no wonder, then, that the popularity of doggy daycare has exploded over the past decade or more. […]
Nightclub Soundproofing – Keep the Bass Big, but Keep it Inside
No one goes to a nightclub when they’re looking for a quiet night of relaxation. We go to nightclubs to dance and sweat out the week’s worries with great people and booming basslines. Nights at the club are incredibly cathartic, and a great venue provides a place where we can watch our favorite DJs and […]
The Complete Guide To Soundproofing A Hotel Room
People stay in hotels for lots of reasons. They can be a place to spend a restful vacation, celebrate a wedding with our family and friends, network with our peers at conventions, or simply get a good night’s rest after a long day on the road. No matter what brings us to a hotel, most […]
How Vibrations Affect Both Structures and Humans
Vibrations are an interesting mechanical phenomenon that can cause pleasure or pain, depending on the specifics of the vibration. A night spent at the symphony and an afternoon spent at work while a jackhammer demolishes the sidewalk outside your window are both experiences driven by vibrations. One is a relaxing retreat from your busy work […]
Echo Eliminator™ Panels by Acoustical Surfaces
Echo Eliminator™ Panels by Acoustical Surfaces is the most cost-effective and high-performance acoustical absorbing material on the market. Also known as Bonded Acoustical Cotton (B.A.C.), this product is manufactured from recycled cotton, and has the perfect configuration for noise reduction and noise control applications. Echo Eliminator™ Panels are perfect for schools and other public venues […]