The Best Place for a Quiet Life: Living in Noisy London   Quiet areas in London can be far and few between; peace & quiet can feel like a luxury in some of the capital’s busiest spots. Those who are willing to commute a little longer, seek some countryside relaxation or are simply looking […] The post The Best Place for a Quiet Life: Living in Noisy London first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

Living in London, and even Greater London can be a fairly noisy experience. The city itself never seems to sleep, let alone settle down, and so those living within it are either used to the noise or will have to do so pretty soon. Between the constant sound of traffic, the relentless roadworks and the […] The post Those Areas Need Soundproofing: Living in Noisy London first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

Sound Quiz. Sounds boring, doesn’t it? Well, the properties of sound are strange and complicated — and a lot more interesting than what they teach you in school. We’ve assembled a sounds quiz exploring the weirdest, eeriest, and most unfamiliar properties of sound.  Warning: Hard science questions ahead! If you are already thinking: ‘Huh, how […] The post Sound Quiz: 10 Questions That’ll Make You Question Everything first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

A lack of soundproof insulation can affect our health in ways we may not even realise. Traffic noise for example, can cause headaches, high blood pressure, dizziness and fatigue. In the UK, the annual “social cost” of road noise in the inner cities is around £7 – 10 billion, and in 2011 the World Health […] The post Keeping the noise out: Soundproof insulation tips for peace of mind first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

We get asked many questions about soundproofing, and a lot of them we’ve been asked before. So, we decided to answer some of our most asked soundproofing questions in a blog post to help save you all some time. However, if this doesn’t help with your enquiry, you’re more than welcome to contact us if […] The post Soundproofing: FAQ first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

In a world where privacy is becoming harder and harder to achieve, it is not surprising that more and more couples are deciding to soundproof their homes. Throughout the country apartment blocks and houses are on the rise, meaning we are now living in much closer proximity to each other. With more apartments comes more […] The post Why more and more couples are soundproofing their rooms first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

  If you are thinking of turning one of your rooms into a home-cinema then it is worth considering the importance of soundproofing. We have all had those nights when you have to keep turning the volume down when the loud parts come on. Annoying, I know. Whether it’s for the neighbours or someone upstairs, […] The post The 5 best films to test out your soundproof room first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

Whilst hearing and listening is part of everyday life, it’s a bit different for those that suffer from constant loud sounds and noises. Day to day life hears the sounds of conversation, cars going by and television, but what about those that live nearby industrial or construction work? Or those that live right next to […] The post The effects of noise pollution first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

Do you find noisy neighbours a nuisance when you’re trying to get to sleep at night? Well, they might be doing more harm than you think… Everyone loves sleep – getting our recommended eight hours in a night can be considered quite the luxury. However, it’s not just a luxury; sleep is also very important […] The post Why a peaceful night’s sleep is important first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more

We’ve all been there – having to bring work home just so you can put the final pieces together and tie projects off. Whilst the idea of working at home can seem like a dream, there are also disadvantages to it. The main one being noise. Family time is a treat for everyone, but why […] The post What soundproofing can do for your home office first appeared on NMN Soundproofing ..read more