What Is Impact Insulation Class?

The Impact Insulation Class (IIC) measures how well a floor blocks impact noise. Learn more about IIC sound ratings and how to improve yours with a flooring underlayment. What Are Impact Insulation Class Ratings? IIC ratings assess how well floor-ceiling assemblies reduce impact noise. Impact sounds include footsteps, objects dropping on the floor or furniture […]
How to Soundproof a Bathroom

At home or in the office, this is one room where you do not want sounds escaping. That is where soundproofing comes in. From simple tips to sound-deadening materials, there is a bathroom soundproofing solution for everyone. So, let us dial down unwanted noise and turn up the volume on tips for soundproofing your bathroom! […]
Acoustic Treatment and Soundproofing for Podcasters

There are 3.2 million active podcasts in 2024. With so many podcasts, recording one might seem simple with the Internet, a microphone, and great ideas. However, if you have been podcasting for a while, you know how challenging it can be to achieve good audio quality. Notice how recorded audio might sound roomy and muffled? This […]
How to Soundproof a Drum Room

As you play your drums, the room around you fills with energy — and not just the kind that makes people want to get up and dance. Noise travels around your drum room in energy-charged waves that bounce off your floors, walls, ceilings, and doors until they run out of energy. Excess soundwaves can muddle your playing and disturb […]
How to Block Air Conditioner Noise

It’s the middle of the night. You’re desperate to fall asleep, but one thing is stopping you: the loud whirring and humming of your air conditioner. Noisy AC units are not a new problem, but they can certainly be a frustrating one. Keeping your home air-conditioned is a priority, but it can be not so […]