While soundproofing an attic floor may seem like a very difficult process, it’s really not as hard as you might think. It’s very similar to soundproofing any other floor in your house or apartment. Also, the process depends on what type of noise you’re trying to prevent. If you’re having problems with airborne noise (like … Read more
Are you hearing an unusual whining sound coming from your fuel pump? Or perhaps a disturbing buzzing sound, when the vehicle is in operation? When you hear noises like this, it usually indicates that something is wrong with the fuel pump. A fuel pump is a mechanical or electrical device that’s a very important part … Read more
If you’re a car lover, then you must be familiar with lifters. If you’re not, though, I’ll explain what they’re all about. A hydraulic valve lifter, which is often simply called a lifter, is a tiny cylinder that’s well attached to the end of a pushrod or a rocker arm. This is where it meets … Read more
About three years ago, my uncle asked me if I could help him insulate his cargo van from outside noise. A lot of ideas came to mind immediately, even though I was a bit worried because I’d never soundproofed a van before. Of course, I did tons of research in forums and online groups, and … Read more
Lawn mowers can be very noisy machines. The engines are often fairly loud, as only a small muffler is attached to each engine’s exhaust port. They’re not contained, as car engines are, but the small muffler should at least help keep an engine’s noise at a tolerable level. However, over time, the muffler may crack, … Read more
If your goal is to get better at playing drums, then the best thing to do is practice whenever you have the time. However, practicing can be very difficult if your neighbors and family members complain about the noise coming from the drums. Luckily, there are things you can start doing immediately to quiet your … Read more