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Elegance with cube ceiling design
For those of us whose lives revolve around visual stimuli, ceilings are an important part of interior design. Not only can the right ceiling design add a touch of style to any room, but they can actually make the room more comfortable. A great ceiling should create vibrant visual interest, but it should also hide […]
Classroom Soundproofing: How Noise Affects Learning
The classroom experience has changed somewhat drastically over the past few decades. Chalkboards and overhead projectors are being replaced by white boards and monitors, and children have a whole new arsenal of technology at their fingertips for doing homework and connecting with their peers. These advances mean students are equipped with the tools they need […]
Reduce Noise with Acoustic Panels
Open spaces have been the home and office layout of choice for the past few decades. They let lots of light in and provide ample space for people to gather with their workmates and enjoy their loved ones. They’re not all upsides, though. Those open spaces can create the perfect atmosphere for sound waves to […]
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 […]
Tips For Creating Quieter Gyms
From high school gyms to fitness centers, exercise is inherently noisy. From the thunder of running footsteps to the crashing of weights, and even the hum of machines and climate control, without acoustical treatments gyms can be deafening. And if a fitness studio or a small gymnasium is on the second floor, all of this […]
How Acoustics Play A Role In The Value Of A Project
When designing a room, an event acoustic space, or even an entire building, understanding the acoustic demands and needs that space has can be the difference between success and failure in the eyes of the client. Even though this can be a make-or-break component of many projects, it is often overlooked. Acoustical Surfaces looks at […]
Soundproofing indoor and outdoor courts
Installing courts at your home can be a dream come true. No more driving to the gym to wait in line for a court to open up. Not only that, but you can invite friends over for a game and a hang, so you can play at your own pace and even take breaks without […]
Auditorium acoustics 101 – how to create amazing acoustics for auditoriums and why it matters
If you’re one of the lucky ones who get to see a lot of live music, you know how great auditorium shows sound. They blow places like stadiums and dive bars out of the water. Auditoriums are popular venues for live music because the way they are constructed is a perfect vehicle for delivering sound […]
Understanding the Acoustic Properties of Wood
Updated December 29, 2023 Whether you’re an architect designing a new concert hall or a contractor hired to expand a wing of an office, acoustics are a necessary component of any project. Acoustics encompasses everything from the transmission to the reception of sound, including its control over distortions and reverberating effects.3 Different materials facilitate balanced […]
Acoustic Insulation Market from 2020 and the Forecast for 2021
The acoustic insulation market provides an invaluable service for those whose careers or enjoyment depend on solid sound quality. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to work from home for the very first time. This means that while some were forced to outfit a home studio to be outside-noise-resistant, others did it so […]
