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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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 »
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Adding art to your acoustical treatment
For years the only way to spruce up the way your acoustical sound panels has been to add some form of solid-colored fabric. Now, though, we’ve taken another step to allow you to add art to your acoustical panels. Our decorative acoustical panels, or acoustic art panels, allow you to add high-quality designs and photos to […] Read More »
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How to Soundproof: Acoustic Foam Does Not Block Sound
This title says it all, basically. I explain that acoustic foam does not block sound about 5 times a day to prospective customers wanting to know how to soundproof. The question invariably comes back, “Why not? What the heck is it used for?” It’s not that I’m trying to ruin anyone’s day here — I […] Read More »
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How Do You Clean Acoustic Panels?
Introduction With the arrival of Spring, many people focus on the nice weather, rejoicing that they can finally open their windows and clean their offices and homes after being holed up by the cold. While you are doing your Spring cleaning, however, you may wonder how do you clean acoustic panels? They are dusty, have […] Read More »
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Acoustical Treatment Brings Tidings of Comfort and Joy
Acoustical treatment is commonly associated with environments meant specifically for listening to or recording music. But the value of proper acoustical consideration in public and private spaces of all types can be underrated. During the past few decades, architectural acoustics has gained popularity in places like schools, restaurants, healthcare facilities, and even homes. This is […] Read More »
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Thanksgiving Acoustics: Cutting Crowded Kitchen Clatter
Thanksgiving Is Right Around The Corner, And To Most Americans This Means Two Things Spending time with family and friends while reflecting on everything we have to be thankful for. FOOD. (Your grandma’s pumpkin pie might, in fact, be what you are thankful for.) With such a heavy focus on food during this Thanksgiving season, […] Read More »
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Four Ways Acoustics LEED® to Certification
This week, industry leaders, experts, and frontline professionals dedicated to sustainable building flock to San Francisco to attend the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo. Developed by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), this gathering is the largest conference and expo dedicated to green building. The center of focus every year at Greenbuild is the Leadership […] Read More »
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Soundproofing a Home Theater
Home theaters can be wonderful places to relax, retreat and entertain. If acoustics are overlooked, however, any home theatre can become a nuisance to the rest of the house and an echoic mess. In creating a home theatre, two issues need to be addressed, soundproofing and sound absorption. ... Read More »