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What Is Decoupling?

May 16, 2025
What is Decoupling

Decoupling is a building technique that can reduce sound transmission through a wall. A decoupled wall has a buffer separating the drywall layers and studs. This creates an air cavity that stifles structural vibrations and dissipates airborne noises. How Decoupling Works Decoupling leverages the principle of sound isolation, separating physical objects from each other. When layers of […]

How to Soundproof Vinyl Flooring

May 16, 2025
How to Soundproof Vinyl Floors

Whether you are being disturbed by sounds coming from the floor below or you want to avoid your neighbors when walking, soundproofing your floors may be beneficial for you. Soundproof Cow offers quality acoustic underlay for vinyl flooring soundproofing solutions. Tools You Will Need to Soundproof Vinyl Flooring If you are preparing to soundproof your vinyl […]

How Do You Improve Restaurant Ambience?

May 09, 2025
How Do You Improve Restaurant Ambience?

When you own a restaurant, it is impossible to ignore the competition. You must create a pleasant environment for customers to enjoy food, drinks and conversation with others. Paying attention to restaurant ambience can be the difference between someone dining with you versus a chain down the street. Here is how to improve a restaurant […]

Your Guide to OITC Ratings

April 30, 2025
Your Guide to OITC Ratings

What Is an OITC Rating? An OITC rating measures the sound transmission rate between external and internal spaces. It targets low-frequency sound loss between 80 and 4,000 Hertz (Hz). OITC Ratings vs. STC Ratings You might be thinking that OITC ratings sound a lot like STC ratings. They are similar because a sound transmission class […]

How to Reduce Background Noise for Quality Audio

April 04, 2025
How to Reduce Background Noise for Quality Audio

Background noise can be frustrating in many situations, especially when you are trying to record. Your song or script deserves to shine in all its glory — not be overshadowed by the traffic jam happening outside the window. Whether you are a recording professional or hobbyist, pristine audio quality is important in production. When background […]