You don’t want an analog wall clock because all that ticking will drive you nuts! Thanks to quartz movement and continuous sweep technology, you can have a silent analog clock. Yeah, there are actual wall … Read more
Have you ever bought windows and wondered what the STC Rating for Windows means? Windows allow us to see out and allow light in while providing protection from the elements and security from intruders. Unfortunately, … Read more
Ever wonder what the STC Ratings of Doors means and why it’s important? Street noise, people and pet noise, TV, radio, everywhere we go there is noise. Wouldn’t you just love to shut the door … Read more
When soundproofing my home office and my son’s band practice space, I wanted to know “does spray foam insulation reduce noise?” I checked out open and closed cell spray polyurethane foams (SPF) to see if … Read more
I’ve put a lot of effort into making my office and home more soundproof, and I frequently get asked how to soundproof a window by friends and clients. Whether it’s street noises, airborne sound from … Read more
When I was looking into soundproofing my basement and making acoustic absorbers, I wanted to know “is Styrofoam good for soundproofing?” It’s light-weight and has thermal properties like fiberglass, but gets a big “Boo!” from … Read more
When I was finishing soundproofing my office, I needed to know how to soundproof a door. It was the last part of my project, and as I researched my options, I realized it should have … Read more
When I was working on making my quiet office, I looked for information on Roxul vs. fiberglass for soundproofing the walls and ceiling. Everybody seemed to have an opinion. As I finished my office, friends, … Read more
I recently went looking for some sound absorbing fabric to cover some windows and the door in my home office studio. The first place I walked into I knew I’d made a mistake. I know … Read more
I was looking at purchasing acoustic panels for a project I’m working on, but after seeing the cost, decided to check out DIY acoustic panels. I’m converting a seldom-used room into a media room and … Read more