Archive for Sound

The Best Flooring to Absorb Sound

September 30, 2020
Best Flooring for Sound

Wood, tile and concrete flooring offer plenty of perks to homeowners, from beautiful aesthetic to easy maintenance. One downside to these flooring styles is that they typically don’t offer great acoustics. If you’re dealing with echoey floors and poor sound quality, don’t worry — ripping out your floors and starting anew is certainly not your only […]

How to Soundproof an RV

September 30, 2020
How to Soundproof an RV

Campers and road trippers love being on the road — but most find themselves wishing they could leave those tiresome thumps and clunks behind. Whether you live in your RV full-time or use your vehicle for the occasional adventure, a little bit of soundproofing will go a long way in preserving your van’s quality – and […]

What Is the Triple Leaf Effect and How Does It Affect Sound?

August 21, 2020
What is the Triple Leaf Effect and How Does it Affect Sound

If you’re looking into soundproofing walls, floors and ceilings for a commercial or at-home DIY project, you’ve likely seen the “triple leaf effect” mentioned. But what exactly is it, and how does it affect soundproofing? What Causes the Triple Leaf Effect? When people talk about a “leaf” in a wall, they’re referring to a solid […]

Best Post-COVID Business Practices

May 01, 2020
computer with mask, gloves and hand sanitizer

Unfortunately, pandemics such as the current COVID-19 crisis have more than just biological effects. When we’re faced with ongoing restrictions, future uncertainties and public health conditions that are rapidly changing, businesses and the economy are impacted as well. Because this pandemic is still evolving, businesses must be vigilant and adapt to survive the conditions set by the […]

How Background Noise Affects the Way You Work

January 03, 2020
How Background Noise Affects the Way You Work

Years ago, people didn’t give much thought to office background noise. Sound effect issues were rarely studied because many office workers were either executives who worked in closed offices or employees who were expected to deal with whatever environmental factors were present. Today, however, many offices are laid out according to an open workspace plan, […]