How to Soundproof Stairs
Sound presents unique challenges in buildings of all styles and sizes. Multi-story buildings face an uphill battle. Their stairwells can create common acoustic issues, disturbing people upstairs, downstairs and in between. Soundproofing noisy stairs can make your building quieter and more comfortable. The experts at Soundproof Cow know multiple ways to improve stairwell acoustics in homes, apartments, schools and beyond. In […]
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 […]