Steve Snider
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What are Ceiling Sound Baffles?
Introduction Acoustical ceiling treatment is sometimes the only way to address noise issues within certain spaces. If the space is a large, open area with not a lot of wall surface available for acoustical treatment, ceiling sound baffles can be the most effective option. Similarly, even if the room is small but is getting sound […] Read More »
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Game Room Acoustics: Acoustic Art Cuts Billiards Noise
So, you’ve finally done it—you have your game room! Your dedicated man cave with your billiards table is classy, fun, and LOUD. Well that was the case with Greg, anyway. The Game Room Acoustical Solutions Rep Steve Snider was spending time with his good friend and playing a game of pool when he noticed something […] Read More »
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Shutting the Door on Noise: Strategies for Effective Door Soundproofing
Ever walked by one of your doors and wondered why you could hear so much noise coming from the other side? We understand the frustration. We get calls and emails all the time about how to block sound through walls, ceilings, floors, and windows. It’s pretty surprising how often doors tend to get overlooked, and […] Read More »
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Soundproofing a Band Rehearsal Space
I am a guitar player and have played in various bands steadily now for over twenty years. From garages, sheds, basements, studios, and even dedicated music rooms, I’ve rehearsed in all the usual places that bands tend to use for their practice spaces. I’ve always gravitated towards bands that play more of the harder varieties […] Read More »
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Enclosures can Amplify Escaping Noise
Recently, an Acoustical Solutions customer asked the following about acoustical enclosures: “What do you recommend to reduce the noise from my neighbor’s swimming pool equipment? The equipment is up against the exterior stucco wall of his home and is also enclosed be a 3-sided concrete block walls with a wooden door. There is no top […] Read More »