Acoustic Foam 101
What Is Acoustic Foam? Acoustic sound-absorbing foam absorbs sound waves that reflect off of hard surfaces. The result is a smooth, quiet environment. Noise reduction acoustic foam, although not 100% soundproof, allows you to enjoy activities in both residential and commercial spaces. Compared to other soundproofing methods, sound-absorbing foam is fast and easy to install. It’s a budget-friendly option, as well, if you’re looking for cost-effective noise […]
Sound Absorbing Materials Guide
How Does Sound Work? Sound waves are created by vibrations. For example, when someone sings, their vocal cords vibrate and send waves through the air to the listener. Higher-frequency sounds consist of short sound waves, whereas lower-frequency sounds contain long waves. Higher frequency sounds don’t bend as much around barriers and are reflected by thin […]
Types of Installation Products for Soundproofing
Installation Products Soundproofing materials without the proper installation accessories are like new toys without batteries – no fun and generally useless. Our high-quality line of installation adhesives, sealants, tapes, primers, mounting pins and supports get your sound absorption materials prepped, stabilized and stuck where they’re supposed to be. Many of them can also help to […]
Soundproofing Floors With Flooring Underlayments
Soundproofing Floors With Flooring Underlayments For soundproofing apartment buildings, multi-level homes, hotels, apartment buildings, condos and anywhere else that has people roaming above and below, flooring underlayment blocks the transmission of structural and airborne sounds. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to not have to listen to irritating (and sometimes just plain […]
Soundproof Door Sweeps and Seals Guide
What Are Door Seals and Sweeps? Soundproof door seals reduce the air and sound transferred through entrances by lining the perimeter of doors with aluminum and silicone. Door seals are DIY soundproof materials with which you install using household hand tools. All you need to do is a little pre-drilling for attaching soundproof door seals, […]