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Soundproofing a Ceiling
Soundproofing a ceiling can be a little tricky, especially in an apartment. Typically speaking, when you are trying to block sound, you need to either increase the amount of mass between the two spaces or interrupt the hard surface to hard surface contact from one space to the other […]
Soundproofing for Schools, Universities and Classrooms
Acoustics is not as complicated as people generally think it is. Reverberation (echo) is simply a relationship between the size of the space and the surfaces that make up the space. The intent of this article is to help you start to understand how that relationship works and how to help or eliminate an echo problem. I have a background and degree in education, K12 Art to be specific. Although I am not currently teaching, I have a good idea where you are coming from. I know that you do not have time to sit down and study sound and how it works. I would like to try to make it simple, so here goes […]
How to Soundproof an Office
So you’ve got office noise problems, huh? Well I have something for you… The acoustic in the office was truly amazing. No matter how soft you spoke, your conversation could be heard amazingly well up to 30-40 feet away […]
Acoustic Baffles: Enhancing Sound Control and Aesthetics in Modern Spaces
We are always looking for interior design products that pull a lot of weight. We want them to both look great and serve important functions. Acoustic baffles combine form and function in a way that will both give your interior spaces a modern aesthetic appeal and keep noise under control. Once you understand how they […]
Conquering the Modern Conference Room: Top Soundproofing Tips for Meetings
The office conference room has evolved greatly over the past few decades. Business owners are ditching the seclusion of the classic, closed off conference room for glass walls and open spaces. While these modern design trends add a touch of class to the spaces where we close deals and entertain clients, they don’t do much […]
Principles of Acoustics in Architectural Design
When it comes to building beautiful, functional structures, aesthetics and safety are of the highest priority—but, for many spaces, so is acoustics. The Sydney Opera House, the Royal Albert Hall in London, the newly-completed Sphere in Las Vegas—these buildings and many more worldwide are equally renowned for their unique architectural beauty as for the exceptional […]
Creative Ways to Divide a Room
You may need to divide a room in your home or business for various reasons: creating separate spaces for two kids sharing a bedroom, multiple coworkers working together in an office, or a group of friends gaming at separate computers. But constructing permanent, floor-to-ceiling walls isn’t always the answer. Building walls is time-consuming, costly, and […]
Soundproofing for Airports and Transportation Hubs
When it comes to loud, intrusive noises, airplanes are in a class entirely of their own. At close proximity, their engines can literally be deafening, and without ear protection, you’re likely to rupture your eardrums if you stand close to a jet during takeoff. When you get dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of flights arriving […]
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 […]