Gymnasiums are typically large, shoe-box shaped rooms with 3 sets of parallel surfaces that are hard and reflective. The setup lends itself to poor quality sound, whether the room is being used for gym class, sporting events, public speakers, musicals, concerts, proms, or a host of other purposes, a space like this has
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Buying Soundproofing Products Online
It is often hard to imagine for a new client that calls in randomly off Google that an online website can help resolve a sound/noise related problem. The key, we tell them, is to remember that online resources aren’t about producing a “cure” to the noise, but simply gaining more “control” over it. To produce this net effect,
Read MoreDoes Soundproofing Really Work?
Without a doubt, if it’s done right, soundproofing does really work, yes. The key to the success of any soundproofing treatment lies in product selection and quantities required to trigger the sound effects you are seeking. Your best first step is to source a supplier that has a long, healthy track record, a supplier who has
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The arrival of colder temperatures is evident everywhere you look—sweaters and scarves have replaced shorts and sandals, the colorful leaves of autumn are long gone from the trees, and breezy open windows have given way to the familiar roar of the home furnace. But for some, starting up the furnace on that first
Read MoreSoundproofing an Animal Shelter
If you own a kennel or manage an animal shelter you know how loud it can get inside. This is not only a nuisance for the occupants such as the employees, but it also can be a nuisance for those who may live within earshot of you. Since it is nearly impossible to eliminate the sound of barking dogs and other such
Read MoreSoundproofing Pool Pumps
Pool pumps are an example of a stationary sound source that can easily be partially closed off and sealed for sound protection. Whether indoors, or out, a pump can have a simple frame built around the unit, with a corresponding set of sound barrier blankets cut to match the profile of the frame. The blankets in turn can
Read MoreRecording Studio Soundproofing
Whether you are creating a recording studio at home or in another location, the goals of reducing sound transmission and enhancing acoustical quality remain the same. A recording studio refers to a room where you intend to practice a musical instrument or record music, and the recommended soundproofing
Read MoreHome Theaters
If you have ever fantasized about having a theater room at home with theater quality acoustics, turning this dream into reality is easier than you may think. With an understanding of the types of modifications a room needs to transmit quality sound, you can convert any enclosed room in your home to a home theater room. Specifically, noise must first be contained and then measures must be taken to enhance the sound quality
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We get many calls about soundproofing doors. The first thing we tell our callers is that there really is no cure to blocking sound from bleeding through a door. The energy transfer takes place around the door’s perimeter as much as it does straighit through the door. Applying any kind of panel or barrier to the
Read MoreGarage Band Noise
Every band needs relentless commitment to practicing their music if their hope is to build to the next level. Amateur musicians are faced with the ultimate dilemma when it comes to rehearsing: where can I practice if I am an amateur and do not have access to a music studio, and how can I develop my music skills and reach
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