James Cox
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Soundproofing a Gymnasium
Gymnasiums are important spaces where large groups of people can gather indoors for sports, speakers, and announcements. They are by design communal, which means they are going to be large and need to have great acoustics so the important messaging can be heard by all clearly. Unfortunately, these two do not typically mix! Helping facility […] Read More »
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Noise Pollution in Office Spaces: Soundproofing and Sound Control Techniques
“Optimizing” is a buzzword I’ve heard often from my customers in recent years when I ask what their overall goals are. From the largest organizations to the single employee operation, “optimizing” is another way to say “to become more efficient,” so that they can be more effective. Interestingly enough—and kind of funny to us at […] Read More »
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Replace Old Padded Soundproof Walls with Modern Materials and Soundproofing Techniques
I have more and more customers reaching out to me to soundproof their office spaces and restaurants, in addition to the classic customers looking to soundproof their music rooms and professional studios. While the latter have always understood the importance of soundproofing, more and more customers from non-traditional businesses have begun to understand how beneficial […] Read More »
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Biophilic Design and Sound Control with Wood Slat Acoustic Wall and Ceiling Panels
Finding the right acoustical solution for a space isn’t just an acoustic matter, but an aesthetic one as well. Customers frequently call to ask me about what they need to better control the sound in their space, and once we cover that, their next question is, “What is it going to look like?” As an […] Read More »
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Understanding Acoustic Fabric and Its Role in Pairing Acoustical Treatment and Aesthetics
If you’re a designer, business owner, or property manager, aiming to amplify the style and acoustics in a space, you might be curious about acoustic fabrics. In this article, we’re going to discuss everything you need to know about acoustic fabric, including what it is, its benefits, ways to use it, and more! What is […] Read More »
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Ace Your Noise Control: Solutions for a Quieter Pickleball Court
I learned about pickleball from a friend of mine five or so years ago after he’d returned from a vacation with his family. The back story is that he and his wife played some tennis back in college and his wife’s parents were always trying to convince them to take it up again. That is, […] Read More »
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Office Soundproofing for the Covid-19 Era
Introduction I recently read an article about Office Soundproofing for the Covid-19 Era entitled The Acoustic Challenge of the Post COVID 19 Office. It provides some interesting insights into how offices workers will do their jobs differently post -COVID compared to pre-COVID and the implications regarding acoustic treatments needed. Additionally, it describes some innovative acoustical treatment material […] Read More »
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Acoustic Panels: P. E. P. P. Panels
Introduction When it comes to pre-manufactured acoustic panels, there are many options. Fabric wrapped, polyester, P.E.P.P., wood fiber, foam, cotton, and metal are all common acoustic panel types. P.E.P.P. is an industry abbreviation for Porous Expanded Polypropylene. These panels are Class A fire rated, can be used indoors and have sound blocking and sound absorption qualities. What […] Read More »
