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Summer Sound Series: Loud A/C Units
My neighbor’s A/C unit is situated close to our house, and the noise is starting to drive me crazy. I know that I can’t ask him to move it, but is there anything that I can do to keep some of the sound out or at least make it quieter?
Introducing Ted, Our Acoustics Expert & Host of the Summer Sound Series
My name is Ted and I have been in the soundproofing and acoustics business for over 10 years. Throughout that time I’m proud to say that I have helped over 6,000 people purchase products to help or fix hundreds of different kinds of problems. If you can think of it, and it’s some kind of acoustical/soundproofing/noise problem, I’ve heard it.
How Can I Be a Quieter Neighbor
Most of the time we hear about people trying to quiet down their neighbor or at least reduce the amount that can be heard. But, what if you are the noisy neighbor? Lifehacker, which describes itself as having “tips, tricks, and downloads for getting things done”, recently had a reader write in with a question […]
Sound Deadening Paint: Introducing the Coat of Silence™
Acoustical Surfaces, Inc. is proud to announce that it has introduced a new sound deadening paint product to the soundproofing market: Coat of Silence™. An easy-to-use spray-on wall coating, Coat of Silence corrals mid-range sounds and greatly reduces common noise. Test lab results have shown that sound reduction for Coat of Silence is an industry […]
AIA Continuing Education Credits (HSW/SD) for Whole System Acoustical Treatments
Courtesy of a co-sponsorship from Acoustical Surfaces, Inc., design and construction professionals can earn an AIA Continuing Education HSW (health, safety and welfare) and SD (sustainable design) credit by reading up on Whole System Acoustical Treatments online and successfully answering test questions at the end of the article. After reading the article, which focuses on […]
Whole System Acoustical Treatment AIA Continuing Education
Acoustical Surfaces and Bonded Logic Inc have sponsored an AIA Continuing Education article in the May 2012 issue of Architectural Record. This article and accompanying test counts for 1 HSW/SD Credit. You can access the online version at the following link: Whole System Acoustical Treatments: Improving Indoor Environmental Quality in Green Schools Please share this […]
Church Acoustics in Fellowship Halls
Church acoustics in fellowship halls or multi-purpose rooms are some of the more frequent rooms that we are asked for recommendations for acoustical treatment. These rooms have a few very common similarities that are the reason for the need for acoustical wall panels or acoustical ceiling panels.
Perforated Batts for UltraTouch Insulation
Bonded Logic is introducing perforated batts for its UltraTouch Insulation. Several batts in each package will contain perforations allowing you to easily size the batt to the dimensions needed. The perforations enhance the consumer’s experience and have no impact on the nature or performance of the product. The perforation pattern was developed to provide the […]
Dealing With A Noisy Hair Salon
Ok, I’ll admit it. I get my hair cut in a salon – but please don’t tell any of my buddies. I only go there because I’ve known the woman for years and she gives me a good deal. Salons all seem to have similar characteristics. They contain hard floors that can be easily cleaned: […]
Home Gym Acoustical Treatment
The nature of a gym with it’s hard floors, concrete or drywall walls and (generally) metal ceilings are the epitome an echo chamber. They are always fairly large or very large rooms and are used by people doing loud things. So, acoustical treatment of the gym is usually necessary and always makes the room more comfortable.
