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How Does Green Glue Soundproofing Work?
When it comes to soundproofing a room, the key is to minimize vibrations. This is particularly important in timber-based construction projects—the norm for America—where lightweight dry walls often struggle to provide adequate noise insulation on their own merit, at least compared to projects that use heavier materials like concrete or masonry. Green Glue soundproofing technology […]
How to Block Road Noise 101
Whether you’re trying to focus on a specific task or simply enjoy some peace and quiet, road noise can be a nuisance. This can be anything from the sounds of outdoor construction, emergency vehicles with blazing sirens, or dozens of cars honking at each other during heavy rush hour traffic. Even if you’re inside an […]
Soundproofing vs Acoustic Treatment: What You Need to Know
While it may not seem like a big deal at first, persistent noise issues can bring about many negative consequences for your business. If you own a restaurant that isn’t properly outfitted with noise control materials, for instance, your diners could hear disruptive sounds from the kitchen or the traffic outside. If you operate a […]
How to Control Noise Level in the Cafeteria
Cafeterias have some of the highest noise levels at schools, hospitals, and other facilities where people gather for meals. In fact, school cafeterias, in particular, can get as loud as 100 A-weighted decibels. That’s just about the noise level of a lawnmower or tractor. If you’ve ever visited a busy cafeteria and noticed you could […]
How to Soundproof a Bathroom in Large Facilities
In large facilities, such as schools, government buildings, and restaurants, bathrooms can be very noisy. Without the right soundproofing, people outside of the bathrooms may have to listen to toilets flushing, water running, and other distracting sounds. What’s more, people inside the bathrooms may not feel that they have adequate privacy. If you want to […]
Noise S.T.O.P.™ Low VOC Contact Spray Adhesive
Heavy Duty Wide Web Spray Adhesive Introducing a low VOC alternative to our popular Noise S.T.O.P.™ Contact Adhesive Spray that provides exceptional bonding performance. Our contact adhesive spray is incredibly versatile and can bond a wide range of materials, including foam, fabric, cotton, fiberglass, polypropylene, leather, cardboard, most plastics, and many others. Whatever the application […]
The Best Approach to Soundproofing a Basement Ceiling
Most of us like the sound of adding soundproofing to our interior spaces. It allows us to immerse ourselves in our music and movies without bothering others. It also works the other way around. When we are binging our favorite shows, few things are more annoying than neighborhood noise creeping in. Adding soundproofing materials and […]
4 Types of Sound Absorbent Materials For Schools
Updated April 27, 2023 Children are precious and hold the future of humanity in their hands—but it’s no secret that they can get loud. School is already hard enough for students (and teachers), but it becomes increasingly difficult when raucous noise interferes with everyone’s ability to concentrate. The World Health Organization (WHO) found excess noise […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Soundproofing Materials
While pure silence may seem like a fairy tale in our modern, chaotic world, it’s really more of a matter of material than magic. Many different spaces—commercial, residential, and otherwise—use noise-containing construction materials and proper building techniques to keep sound completely enclosed. If you’re trying to make a room’s roar completely imperceptible from the outside, […]
Sound Control in Buildings: Finding the Best Solution
Is there an enticing bar or restaurant you avoid because you can’t hear yourself think? The owner may have ticked every box on the business plan other than sound control for the unbearable restaurant noise. Whether you’re in a vintage Victorian, a rehabbed loft, an industrial space, or a brand-new building, you can influence the […]