How to Soundproof Stairs
Sound presents unique challenges in buildings of all styles and sizes. Multi-story buildings face an uphill battle. Their stairwells can create common acoustic issues, disturbing people upstairs, downstairs and in between. Soundproofing noisy stairs can make your building quieter and more comfortable. The experts at Soundproof Cow know multiple ways to improve stairwell acoustics in homes, apartments, schools and beyond. In […]
What Is Impact Insulation Class?
The Impact Insulation Class (IIC) measures how well a floor blocks impact noise. Learn more about IIC sound ratings and how to improve yours with a flooring underlayment. What Are Impact Insulation Class Ratings? IIC ratings assess how well floor-ceiling assemblies reduce impact noise. Impact sounds include footsteps, objects dropping on the floor or furniture […]
How to Soundproof a Bathroom
At home or in the office, this is one room where you do not want sounds escaping. That is where soundproofing comes in. From simple tips to sound-deadening materials, there is a bathroom soundproofing solution for everyone. So, let us dial down unwanted noise and turn up the volume on tips for soundproofing your bathroom! […]
How to Reduce Flutter Echoes
Flutter echoes are among the most necessary issues to address in a recording space, auditorium, gymnasium, hallway or any other space where sound clarity is paramount. Soundproof Cow has tips and materials to help you go from flutter to udder. What Are Flutter Echoes and Why Do They Happen? A flutter echo is a phenomenon […]
What Are Class A Fire Ratings in Soundproofing Materials
The balance of soundproofing and safety is an essential consideration at Soundproof Cow. That is why we offer a range of products that meet the highest American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) fire safety rating. Browse our online store to find Class A acoustic materials. What Is a Class A Fire Rating? The Class […]