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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Are Acoustic Panels From Home Depot Effective?
Are you considering Home Depot acoustic panels for your home or business? Home Depot has an array of acoustic panels to absorb and reduce unwanted noise. However, many people wonder if Home Depot’s acoustic panels are effective. As the leading manufacturer of acoustic installations since 1989, we happen to know a thing or two about […] Read More »
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How Effective Are Acoustic Wall Blankets for Industrial Noise Control?
Industrial noise control acoustic wall blankets are designed to make loud factories, manufacturing plants, and industrial facilities create productive, safe, healthy working environments by reducing occupational exposure to extreme sounds. This one addition can make a world of difference, which can have all sorts of positive impacts to your business and workforce. Let’s take a […] Read More »
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Conquer Acoustic Ceiling Design with These Creative Installations
Acoustic ceiling design aims to improve a room’s acoustics by reducing noise and reverberation while also providing a aesthetic value. Acoustic ceiling design materials, like acoustic panels and baffles, will soften and diffuse sounds, to create a pleasant environment free of echoes and unwanted noise. Additionally, ceiling tile backing can also provide sound proofing for […] Read More »
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Understand Acoustic Caulk and How to Utilize it to Prevent Sound Leakage
Acoustic caulk is a high-performance caulk that’s really easy to apply and typically specified by architects in new construction and renovation projects to reduce sound transmission from room to room. While it’s a bit more expensive than most traditional caulks, it’s incredibly popular to use in schools, offices, hospitality, multi-family and other commercial projects where […] Read More »
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The 3 Best Acoustic Panels for Home Studios in 2024
In 2022, home studios became more popular than ever! Traditional instrument and vocal recording studios continue to be a popular hobby and professional endeavor, but the exponential growth of podcasting and electronic music production has caused demand for home and professional studios alike to really surge. The beauty of podcasting and electronic music production is […] Read More »
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Blending Performance and Aesthetics with Hexagon Acoustic Panels
Acoustic panels traditionally come in standard square or rectangular shapes. Considering that nearly all rooms in almost every kind of building are square with square walls, square panels seem like a perfect fit, quite literally. While square acoustic panels do their job well, it’s also helpful to have some creative control with the visual aspect […] Read More »
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How to Use Acoustic Panels to Control Sound in a Recording Studio for Professional Results
When it comes to acoustic panels, sound control, and studio setups, there is a profound amount of confusion regarding sound and how soundwaves work. Many mistakenly believe that acoustic panels are used to block sound. For example, hanging a few acoustic panels on studio walls is expected by many to block any sound from the […] Read More »
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An Architects Guide to Designing Private, Soundproof Office Spaces
Introduction In most business settings, it’s critical to have office spaces and conference rooms with sufficient speech privacy to protect confidential information. This is especially true in healthcare, education, government, and for executive leadership and HR professionals in corporate settings. Architects and acousticians have traditionally had few to design these spaces to achieve privacy. The purpose […] Read More »
