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Exploring the Limits: What Frequency Can Humans Hear?

Listen carefully on a still, clear night and you’ll be amazed at all the sounds you can hear. From the whir of electrical boxes to the woosh of distant traffic and the woofs of neighborhood dogs, the human ear can pick up a fairly wide range of noises. Frequency, also called pitch, is one way […]

Do Landlords Need to Soundproof Apartments and Rentals?

If you’ve ever lived in an apartment building or busy city, then there’s a good chance you’ve experienced intrusive sounds from nearby units and other neighborhood sources. Oftentimes, this noise can be unbearable and make it difficult to work, sleep, and live in your own home. When noise disturbance issues become severe, you may wonder […]

Celebrate Earth Day with Natural Sound Absorbing Materials

April 22nd, 2024 is Earth Day, a time to reflect on everything our planet gives us and commit to protecting our environment now and into the future. Some people plant trees, others clean up litter, and many pledge to lead more eco-conscious lives in honor of the occasion. This year, we’re spreading the word about […]

Common Soundproofing Mistakes to Avoid

Although there are aesthetic choices involved, soundproofing is much more a science than an art. Whether you’re approaching a small space with a DIY plan or overseeing large-scale venues, there are basic principles to follow—and mistakes to avoid—to ensure your investment pays off. The way that the sound wave interacts with each interruption and surface […]

Does Soundproofing Affect Wi-Fi and Phone Signals?

It would be convenient to have only a single goal in mind when designing spaces, but we usually need to balance multiple factors—such as reducing noise levels without suppressing electronic signals. This begs the question: Does soundproofing affect WiFi and phone signals? So long as proper materials and planning are used, the answer is no. […]

Optimizing Event Venue Acoustics for Superior Sound and Privacy

Depending on a venue’s acoustics, a high-priced event can end with guests walking away with fantastic memories… or with a headache. In fact, poor sound design can turn a concert into muddled noise or an anniversary party into raised voices and frustratingly difficult conversations. That’s where professional acoustics planning comes in. With the right preparation, […]

Noisy Neighbors: Reduce Noise in Apartment Buildings

Updated March 27, 2024 While the essence of community is cooperating and coexisting with neighbors, that can be difficult when they’re constantly making noise. Over half of all Americans are bothered by their neighbors’ noise issues multiple times per year, while over a third deal with such annoyances on a monthly basis.1 In apartment complexes […]

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 […]

How to Soundproof a Room 100%

Noise—particularly unwanted noise—is the bane of productivity. Whether it’s your kids being kids, construction outside of your business, or the chatter from your co-workers in the next cubicle over, incessant noise can make it incredibly challenging to focus on a task or find peace amidst the clamor. If you dream of turning your home, business, […]

Aesthetics in Decorative Acoustic Panel Design: Function Meets Style

From concert halls to classrooms, exceptional acoustics are a top priority in rooms of all sizes and functions. Using the correct materials to amplify, capture, and nullify noise in these spaces can make the difference between crisp and clear audio and inaudible and unintelligible reverberations. Humans have been using different techniques to manipulate and dampen […]