Sound Blocking
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More Soundproofing and Noise Control Videos
Last week we shared our how-to videos related to acoustically treating recording studios, edit bays, home theaters and houses of worship. This week we would like to show you some of the products and techniques associated with acoustically treating gymnasiums, industrial facilities and offices/conference rooms. Visit our YouTube channel to see all of our videos. […] 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 […] Read More »
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Soundproofing and Noise Control Videos
We have a number of soundproofing and noise control videos produced just for you at Acoustical Solutions’ YouTube Channel. We would like to highlight a few that suggest specific methods and materials for treating certain spaces such as gyms, offices, houses of worship and broadcast/ recording studios. How To: Soundproofing and noise control in home […] 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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Soundproofing a Training Room
Acoustical Solutions Technical Sales Rep Kathy Palimore explains how to approach soundproofing a training room, conference room, and classroom. Typically, there are two acoustical problems most people want to address when it comes to training rooms. The first is reducing noise and reverberation, or echo, within the room. Secondly, is soundproofing the room, meaning blocking […] Read More »
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Does Your Home Sound Like a Haunted House?
Squeaks, creaks, and screeches abound during this festive Halloween season. Although seemingly appropriate, the pounding footfall from your upstairs neighbors or whirling of voices streaming through the open air returns in your house or apartment may be causing quite a stir for you and your family. Noise transmission is frequently a problem in large buildings […] 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 »
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How Is Mass Loaded Vinyl Used in Soundproofing?
Introduction If you search ‘soundproofing’ in your preferred internet browser, you will likely run across a material called mass loaded vinyl (MLV), or several brand names for it. For instance, ours happens to be AudioSeal Sound Barrier. Many of my prospective customers calling about mass loaded vinyl mention that they would like to staple MLV […] Read More »
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Reduce Outdoor Noise
As it gets warmer and people emerge from their winter hibernation into the summer sun, noise always becomes an issue. This is especially true when it comes to backyard noise in residential neighborhoods. To solve this problem, you can reduce outdoor noise with a sound blocking fence. The source of the noise can be cookouts, […] Read More »
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Soundproofing a Waterfall
When we hear ‘environmental noise control’, we tend to think of sound blocking barriers like soundproof walls or enclosures that are meant to keep sound from transmitting into unwanted areas. However, sometimes the noise control issue doesn’t require keeping noise from leaving one area and entering another, but keeping reverberation and noise levels down inside […] Read More »
