Common Soundproofing Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Noise pollution is a serious problem. If you’re experiencing regular noise pollution in your home, whether it’s from noisy neighbors, street traffic, the local bar or other unwanted sounds, you may have difficulty working, sleeping, concentrating and generally enjoying your surroundings. Unwanted noise can lead to higher stress and poor focus. Naturally, there are soundproofing […]
Eco-Friendly Soundproofing
More and more, builders are constructing homes with attention to green building practices. Savvy buyers know both construction of new homes and living in a home can create a huge carbon footprint, and people are looking for green-built homes to reduce that footprint. LEED Certification and a reputation for eco-friendly building practices is the goal. […]
The Speed of Sound – How Fast Sound Travels In Different Materials
You probably remember from your science classes in school that the speed of sound is a constant. However, that constant speed is not necessarily the speed at which the sound reaches you. The material which sound is transferred through must be taken into consideration. For example, how does density affect the speed of sound? Since […]
How Soundproofing Benefits Auditory Learners
People learn in different ways. Some people learn by doing, others learn by seeing and a unique few learn by listening. Teachers may employ different lessons to engage these varied learning styles, but most overlook a simple solution for auditory learners — soundproofing. Here, we’ll outline some basic insight into the different learning styles, as well […]
How to Solve Noise Pollution
People pay attention to other types of pollutions — like the notable effects of air and environmental pollution — but the dangers associated with noise pollution are often overlooked. The effects of noise pollution can be quite harmful, and it’s important to consider ways to reduce these effects. Here, we’ll outline important noise pollution facts, as well as some ideas on how you […]