You’re probably thinking about using one of these products to soundproof a wall or a door. But you’re not sure which one is better. Here’s what you need to know: Rockwool is better for soundproofing and thermal insulation because of higher density and weight. It can be installed inside a wall or directly on the…
If you’re trying to soundproof your home or workspace, soundproof paint might seem like the ideal option. It’s affordable, doesn’t take up space and it could be just what you need to add a bit of life to those bland walls of yours. But is it all that great? I’ve worked with soundproof paint in…
If you’re looking for wall soundproofing materials, you’ve probably stumbled onto these two options. Mass loaded vinyl (MLV) and Rockwool (mineral wool) batts have been used as the go-to sound insulation products for years now. They’re thick, dense, large and relatively heavy. So they both have all the necessary ingredients for blocking both airborne and…
If your door is thin and hollow it can leak sound like crazy, both in and out. A very simple and effective method for reducing noise AND improving acoustics in a room is hanging a thick blanket on the door. But not just any blanket. Some are specifically designed to provide greater sound absorption due…
If you’re sensitive to noise like myself it can be extremely difficult to study in any environment. Even a library can be an annoying setting with people coughing, walking, wheezing. Let alone a coffee shop or the public transit. Well, noise cancelling headphones to the rescue! But wait, don’t settle for just any headset. You…
Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep due to the increased squeakiness of your bed frame? Are you and your partner struggling to keep it quiet while having a good time in the bedroom? Then, what you need is a more quiet bed frame. Using a sturdy and stable bed frame, you don’t…
Looking for an easy way to soundproof a room, walls, doors..? Arguably the best product to install are soundproofing panels. They can be installed on any smooth surface, and most commonly they are placed on walls and doors. They act as additional barriers that prevent sound from coming in or out. Best soundproofing panels have…
Mass loaded vinyl and acoustic foam are the most often used materials for soundproofing projects. They’re quite affordable and can be used in simple DIY soundproofing projects. However, both materials have positive and negative attributes and they should be used in specific circumstances to obtain the best result. MLV is the better than acoustic foam…
Power supply fan can get noisy for many reasons. Identifying the problem is the key to fixing it. The main reasons for noise coming from a PSF are: dust and dirt foreign object stuck in the fan system overheating bearing out of balance requires lubrication broken blade We’ll examine each of these problems and how…
Ceiling fans are a wonderful addition to any hot and humid interior. But sometimes the noise they produce is too much to bear. Especially if you’re a light sleeper, and if the ceiling fan is installed in the bedroom. Or in a work environment where you need maximum concentration. To avoid the irritating squeaking and…
