How to Soundproof a Wall Cheaply – 7 Affordable Tips

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There are a number of reasons why you might want to soundproof the walls in your home. Thin walls in many apartments allow you to hear everything your neighbors are doing. If your home is located close to high-traffic streets, next to where noisy children play or near an airport, soundproofing your walls is a … Read more

How to Soundproof a Floor in an Apartment – 6 Easy Ways

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If you’re tired of hearing your noisy neighbors, soundproofing your apartment floor is the best thing to do. It’s obvious that an apartment is one of the noisiest places to settle. There is noise coming from couples arguing, babies crying, loud music playing, and the list goes on. You can eliminate all these disturbing noises … Read more

How to Reduce Noise From Downstairs – 7 Simple Steps

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One of the worst problems people face when moving into a new apartment is the presence of loud, annoying neighbors. Noise coming from your neighbors downstairs can be uncomfortable and disturbing, especially if you’ve already confronted them about the situation. If this is a problem for you, I know exactly how you’re feeling, as I … Read more

Does Sound Travel Up or Down? Get the Facts (Today!)

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I’ve been in the soundproofing business for more than eight years now, and this is one of the most common questions I get asked by my readers. Below, I’ve put together a short, informative guide addressing this exact question. Does Sound Travel Up or Down? Recently, I asked my wife this same question, and she … Read more