How Noise Affects Communication
No one wants to ask someone to repeat themselves for the fourth time in a row when chatting in a noisy room or strain to hear a phone call over the background noise on the other end. Noise can have a significant impact on the way we communicate with one another. Whether it’s in an […]
3 Ways to Soundproof a Room Without a Door
Every room has an entryway, but not every room has a door. If your home is under construction or you have an unimpeded opening between rooms, you may forgo the door temporarily or permanently. An open doorway can allow sound to travel out of the room, but there are ways to soundproof a room with […]
How to Soundproof a Multipurpose Room
Multipurpose rooms serve numerous roles in your school, church or office building. You can use these rooms for everything from playing an indoor soccer game to holding choir practice or hosting a potluck dinner. Multipurpose rooms hold many people, and they can become pretty loud depending on the activity. Sounds start bouncing off the walls, […]
How to Soundproof for New Construction
A new construction project is always an exciting time. Whether you’re building a new home, store or something else, you’ll be able to look at the finished project and take pride in what you’ve created. Once you complete your construction project, you don’t want to discover after the fact that your neighbors can hear everything […]
Top Ten Ways to Reduce Noise in Your Open Office
Open floor plans have become an established standard for newer companies, and there are many great reasons for them. These types of offices seem to foster creativity, facilitate communication and encourage a collaborative spirit in the workplace — but when you have an open office space, noise can be a real concern. 10 Ways to […]
