No more echo! How to solve the problem of echo Sound absorption, or acoustic treatment is used to reduce echo and reverberation within a room. Acoustic panels help to reduce echo and increase the clarity of sound within any space Using high performing acoustic panels helps to absorb echo and reverberation Acoustic treatment can be chosen based on the room's characteristics for example using ceiling panels if there is limited wall space or based on a personal design preference Acoustic options include Acoustic Wall Panels, Acoustic Ceiling Rafts, Acoustic Ceiling Baffles, Acoustic High Impac ..read more

How to soundproof a wall (the 3 best acoustic wall solutions) 2024 The easiest and most effective way to soundproof a wall This blog looks at the most effective wall soundproofing solutions when looking to soundproof a home against the unwanted noise of noisy neighbours. A recent study highlighted in The Express details how more than 250,000 noise complaints were made in the UK in the last 12 months , with loud music accounting for 50% of all complaints. If you are looking to meet or exceed building regulations Part E for new builds and conversions, we will also highlight the wall soundproof ..read more

Best Floor Soundproofing: A Comprehensive Guide 2024 Noise can be a significant issue in our day-to-day lives. If you live in a noisy environment or have noisy neighbors, you know how frustrating it can be to deal with unwanted noise. Soundproofing your floor can help reduce noise transmission and improve your quality of life. In this article, we'll go over some of the most effective ways to soundproof a floor and answer some common questions about the process. Can you soundproof an existing floor? Yes, it is possible to soundproof an existing floor. The method used will depend on the type ..read more

Soundproofing a room using acoustic timber slatted panels Timber slatted acoustic panels can be effective for sound absorption and improving the acoustics within a space, but it's crucial to clarify that they are not designed to be an effective soundproofing solution. Soundproofing typically involves preventing sound from entering or leaving a space and acoustic panels are designed to absorb and dampen sound within a room, not to soundproof it. Therefore, the function of acoustic timber slatted panels lies in absorbing and dampening sound within a room, not blocking its transfer in and out ..read more

Top tips to successful soundproofing against noisy neighbours Living with noisy neighbours can be more than just an inconvenience. The unwanted noise from noisy neighbours can pass through the walls of our homes straight into our wellbeing. The adverse effects of living with noisy neighbours on mental health and overall quality of life is well-documented, echoing the need for quiet living spaces at home.  The Soundproofing Store is an authoritative voice within soundproofing, with a track record of contributing to key articles across a variety of publications and earning accolades for ..read more

How to improve the acoustics within SEN classrooms The Soundproofing Store regularly work with educational settings to improve and enhance the room acoustics within classrooms and communal spaces. With an expert team who understanding the importance of creating an improved acoustic environment within educational settings and particularly within Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) classrooms and communal areas. GOV.UK highlights how SEN and SEND can affect a child or young persons ability to learn by affecting their: Behaviour or ability to ..read more

3 best stud wall soundproofing solutions Differences between stud and solid walls Stud walls are usually internal walls separating living spaces within the same property. Solid walls on the other hand are usually made of brick and separate attached properties. If you live in a terraced property, the wall separating you and your neighbours property (even though they are attached) will be a solid brick wall. The internal walls separating e.g. bedrooms, bathrooms to your bedrooms, or the kitchen to your lounge will usually be stud walls. Stud wall soundproofing common scenarios There are a ran ..read more

What is flanking sound? Flanking sound, or flanking noise typically refers to the sound that travels around or bypasses a barrier, such as a wall, floor or ceiling. In the context of acoustics and sound transmission, flanking sound occurs when sound waves find paths of least resistance. Often travelling through, around, or over structures. This can lead to sound leakage or transmission through indirect routes, even if the main barrier itself is designed to be soundproof. For example, if you have a soundproof wall between two rooms, flanking sound could occur if sound waves travel through ga ..read more

Cheap soundproofing hacks - the do's and don'ts The internet is full of articles, blogs, YouTube videos and cheap soundproofing hacks promising quick, easy and cost saving ways to soundproof your room. The big question is, do they work?  In this article we’ll focus on the most common of these hacks and explain why they aren’t always the miracle cure they claim to be. In fact, more often than not, they’re less of a hack and more of a myth! How does soundproofing work? Sound and soundproofing is a very complex subject and to know if a soundproofing hack is going to work or not, it's us ..read more

Case Study: How to soundproof a timber ceiling The most effective way to soundproof a ceiling using the ReductoClip™ Timber Ceiling System This case study highlights the step-by-step process of soundproofing a timber ceiling against unwanted impact and airborne noise using the ReductoClip Ceiling Soundproofing Solution. The noise issue Mr and Mrs Helliwell live in a 3-bedroom 1930's semi-detached house and have a one storey, flat roof extension. Since the extension was built they have had a long-term problem with hearing excessive levels of noise on the roof every time it rains. What they ..read more