Row Home Party Wall Soundproofing

January 18th, 2011

We’re always reading and we came across another great account of a guy who suddenly found the need to soundproof the party wall between his townhouse and his neighbor’s. The house was 100 years old but he was surprised to find old horse-hair plaster between their homes when he began gutting his side of the wall.

So what should he do?

No one wants to damage the integrity of a 100 year old home. We’d recommend considering Green Glue noise proofing, adding some new drywall, installing a layer of the damping compound, and installing a second layer of drywall on top of the first. This method will take care of the sound problems the old construction was causing, is cost effective, and will certainly restore peace amongst the neighbors.

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Soundproofing Shared Student Housing

January 5th, 2011

Living with others, especially those living the college life, can be incredibly tough. A student recently asked a question about how he could soundproof his room better so that he does not lose sleep when his less-than-quiet roommates come in late at night.

The real question is whether he is living in a dorm or in a rented apartment. We’ll assume he can’t apply Green Glue to the walls and we’ll opt for some cheaper, removable methods of soundproofing instead.

If the noise is coming from below, try throwing some bigger throw-rugs down on the floors. If it is coming through a side wall, try hanging sound absorbing panels, cork, or even foam and tapestries on the walls in your room.

They’re not stellar techniques, but when trying to get through college you’ll find that every little bit helps.

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Soundproofing with Blinds and Drapes

December 28th, 2010

Before we proceed, we’d like to be very clear on one point. While soundproof blinds and drapes may help you to reduce the levels of noise in a room, neither is a suitable replacement for true soundproofing technique.

That said, there are some times when soundproof blinds and drapes can proof helpful. Let’s say you’re renting a house or apartment and can’t get permission to do any formal soundproofing, like you might do with Green Glue damping compound? Perhaps you’ve purchased a vintage or historic home and are having trouble getting permission to make any major renovations? In these instances, blinds and drapes may be just what you need to take the edge off of unwanted noise.

Don’t waste your money on accessories if you don’t have to. Simple changes to your window panes or acoustical seals may be all you need. If not, finding aesthetically pleasing drapes may be the right solution for you. Good luck!

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Installing Green Glue

December 21st, 2010

Many contractors agree that the installation of Green Glue can be more effective than using mass loaded vinyl or other soundproofing materials. The following video shows workers installing the material at the Florida Stuart School of Music – proof that even the pros think it is a superior product.

Green Glue prices are more competitive than ever, making this material a feasible solution no matter what type of budget you’re on. Check it out!

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Green Glue Information

November 21st, 2010

As Green Glue Damping Compound continues to take the soundproofing world by storm there is always thirst for more and more information about this product. We already put up some pages regarding Green Glue and here is another nice page describing the different forms and application of Green Glue. Additionally there are some links there to a video and slide show about it. So take your time browsing the web and settling on the sound proofing product you feel comfortable with and that can give you the most bang for your buck. Don’t forget DJ’s also practice with plastic records in soundproof rooms before they hit the public eye.

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Too Much Sound Control?

October 5th, 2010

When is to much soundproofing not a good thing? When a driver hits a cyclist and continues driving 2km with the bike stuck under her car claiming that the soundproofing of her Lexus is so good that she didn’t hear enough to alert her that something was amiss. Do you believe her? The court seems to have let her off pretty easily our guess is the that the biker was not hurt to badly. Read the car soundproofing incident .

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Plastic For Sound

September 20th, 2010

Back To Plastic indeed! Some contractors insist that putting up plain sheets of plastic as in the plastic tablecloths you put on your table will help reduce sound transfer through walls. They mean putting the plastic onto the studs and dry walling over it. While we wouldn’t want to rely on that when doing soundproofing for a customer you still may want to consider doing it for yourself in a situation where you do not have more than $10 dollars extra!

The real plastic that may actually give you some sort of sound control would be Mass Loaded Vinyl this heavy vinyl will actually add mass to your walls creating a sound barrier which is one of the principles of sound control. It can come as heavy as two pound mass loaded vinyl which weighs two pounds per square foot. I would only use something that heavy on floors.

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Green Glue Soundproofing Debate

September 6th, 2010

Well as in every time a good product comes it there is bound to be some “knockers” and “supporters”. We found this Green Glue article particularly interesting as the comments on the article are written very professionally and should give the reader a pretty clear idea as to the different point of views on the subject. In general Green Glue is still getting rave reviews on the web.

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Soundproofing a Gun Range

August 10th, 2010

The average gun lodge is a pretty simple structure. Most are built with hard wood floors and have relatively bare walls except – you know – for the mounted heads and prizes. While most people visiting the average lodge like to shoot there are often older members who want to do no more than relax inside while others would like to leave their families in the lodge while they hunt with friends.

In these cases, the simple bare walls don’t do much to shield against the high decibel sounds created by guns. The sounds are even worse if you’re a member of the type of lodge with an indoor range. If this is the case you should seriously considersound proofing your gun lodge.

Sure, the members of your lodge (most wearing ear protection) don’t mind the noise but perhaps your nearby neighbors will enjoy the improvements!

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Exploring the Elements of Soundproofing

August 6th, 2010

Before you start your soundproofing project you’re going to have to do a bit of research. During that process, don’t become overwhelmed by the myriad of different tools and techniques you have available to you. Over time, we’re going to discuss which elements are more effective than others.

In the meantime, you should know that there are four main categories of materials used in room soundproofing. They include:

Each works differently and would be used in different situations. Some can be combined and others should be used alone. If chosen carefully, you’ll get the absolute best soundproofing results possible. Our goal is to help you identify your problems and make the best choices possible,

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