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Hearing and Believing – The Most Interesting Auditory Illusions
Sensory illusions are interesting concepts. They cause us to perceive the world in different ways than we are used to and even question our judgment on what seemingly straightforward things represent. That’s because sensory illusions are created by stimuli that can be easily misinterpreted by the senses. We are presented with a limited amount of […]
4 Smart Uses for Fabric-Wrapped Acoustical Products
There are any number of acoustical treatments that can improve the acoustics, feeling and overall experience in a room, as well as blend seamlessly or accent the existing aesthetics. Many of these products are wrapped with acoustically transparent fabric, and the color, pattern and texture choices are vast – making them extremely versatile. Due to […]
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 […]
Soundproofing Warehouses & Industrial Rooms – Making Heavy Machinery Quiet
Anyone who’s ever worked in a large plant or warehouse knows how loud they can get. You are working around all kinds of heavy machinery and moving parts that the hard floors and solid building shell can amplify sounds to nuisance levels. It’s not ideal. Not only are loud noises annoying enough to make people […]
Meeting in the Middle: Sound Absorption and Fireproofing in One
Impeccable sound can transform a seemingly humble space into an immersive experience. When rooms sound the way they should, every spoken word lands in a more meaningful way. One of the keys to achieving such an environment is sound absorption. The right materials can ensure that outside noise doesn’t penetrate and clutter the soundscape in […]
How To Soundproof Stairs And Walls With Staircases
Staircases with wall panels can be uniquely noisy locations in any property. If they’re not constructed with sound control in mind, every click, creak and squeak seems to migrate to each level of the structure in ways footfalls in other locations don’t. Why is that? By knowing a little bit about the structure surrounding our […]
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 […]