STC Ratings for Doors
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
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
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 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
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
A friend emailed to see if I had any plans for a DIY Bass Trap. I knew what he meant but told him a fishing rod, and fat worm on a hook work fine. He … Read more
Many of my friends are spending big money on soundproofing when a DIY sound diffuser would be better. They are so busy absorbing sound, echo, and trapping base noise in their games or media rooms, … Read more
A popcorn ceiling may not be the most attractive finish in your home, but I was recently investigating what benefits they could have. Someone mentioned to me that they could actually be great for reducing … Read more
Everyone has a story about sounds coming through the walls. Whether an apartment, home or business, noisy walls are a problem! If you’re turning your basement or attic into living space, building, renovating or just … Read more
A friend asked me if I had any recommendations for soundproofing their basement office ceiling. The noise of the kids and family dog makes it difficult to concentrate on work or have a conversation with … Read more
Tired of having sounds travel from room to room through the walls? Is there anything you can do to reduce or block the sounds short of tearing down the walls and rebuilding them? If you … Read more