The Sound Advice Blog
Many people find the world of acoustical treatments to be confusing and overwhelming. Here on the Acoustical Solutions Sound Advice Blog, we will concentrate on presenting solutions to typical acoustical problems and discuss relevant topics on the subject.
The posts here will be related general sound and noise control topics like blocking sound, absorbing sound, or diffusing sound. We will also provide information on how acoustical materials can be used or applied to specific applications.
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How to Stop Chiller and Air Conditioner Noise
From large industrial chiller and air conditioner noise down to small residential heat pump and air conditioner noise, problems and discomfort are almost always associated with the annoying situations that the noisy units create. To get right to the point, we have your solution: Acoustical Blankets Applicable in both indoor and outdoor situations, our AudioSeal® […] Read More »
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Back to School: Sound Experiments for Kids
Four Fun Sound Experiments for Kids Labor Day weekend is here, which means beach trips, barbecues, and back to school. Here are some fun sound experiments parents and teachers can use to get their youngster’s brains working hard again- and they’re also a lot of fun! How it’s Made A great activity for preschool-aged children, […] Read More »
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Industrial Hearing Protection: Lowering Reverberation Time
Employees at industrial facilities are typically exposed to higher levels of noise than the average worker. Machinery in sawmills, compressor stations, and manufacturing plants can be very loud. This can far exceed the level of noise OSHA deems safe for an 8-hour shift. To combat the danger of NIHL (noise induced hearing loss), industrial hearing […] Read More »
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RV Wall Solution for your Motorhome Renovation
Are you looking for something to put on the walls in that RV renovation you’re working on? We are here with an RV Wall Solution for your Motorhome Renovation. We suggest our CrossPoint™ Sound Absorbing Wall Fabric. Yes, that’s right, sound absorbing wall fabric. It’s perfect for motorhome renovations because, as you know, RV wall space […] Read More »
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Your Alternative to a Traditional Vocal Booth
Whether you are working in your home studio or a professional recording studio, vocal booths can be very expensive and space consuming. We have an alternative to a traditional vocal booth. We’re here today to tell you there is a more economical and space friendly option. As an alternative to the traditional vocal booth, the […] Read More »
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Soundproofing Chillers: New College Dormitory Has Unanticipated Noise
Most water-cooled chillers scream at around 500-600 Hz. Very annoying especially if you have the room above. Soundproofing chillers takes a combination of mass and absorptive material. Engineers working with Christopher Newport University in Virginia contacted Acoustical Solutions. They wanted to see what they could do to reduce chiller noise in a new dorm on […] Read More »
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Doctors' and Dentists' Offices + Acoustical Solutions = Waiting Room Design Solutions
When it comes to waiting room design solutions, soundproofing and noise control are hugely important, but often overlooked. Have you ever been in a dentist’s office and heard a drill meeting someone’s tooth? How about a child’s horrified screams? What about waiting sick in a doctor’s office and the echo of chatter, children and ringing phones […] Read More »
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Four Tips for Soundproofing Rental Units
If you manage or own a multi-family dwelling, you can count on noise being a top complaint from your tenants. It’s not easy living so close to one another — especially with paper-thin walls and neighbors with differing schedules. Soundproofing rental units can make a world of difference for tenants who will be more comfortable, […] Read More »