April 22nd, 2024 is Earth Day, a time to reflect on everything our planet gives us and commit to protecting our environment now and into the future. Some people plant trees, others clean up litter, and many pledge to lead more eco-conscious lives in honor of the occasion. This year, we’re spreading the word about […] The post Celebrate Earth Day with Natural Sound Absorbing Materials appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

Noise pollution can have some seriously negative ramifications on our health. Many of us are exposed to unsafe noise levels on a regular basis, and it isn’t doing us any favors. That’s why people all over the world are shoring up their sound defenses and enjoying the benefits of soundproofing. It’s having profound impacts on […] The post The Potential of Blocked Rooms: Benefits of Soundproofing Techniques appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

Sound can enhance our lives. Things like our favorite music and the speech of loved ones can help lower blood pressure and relieve stress. But when sounds become too loud, we cross from pleasant to painful, and the effects can be life long. Ensuring the sounds we’re routinely exposed to are kept at safe levels […] The post Decibel Meters: Exploring Sound Level Measurement Devices and Their Applications appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

While the essence of community is cooperating and coexisting with neighbors, that can be difficult when they’re constantly making noise. Over half of all Americans are bothered by their neighbors’ noise issues multiple times per year, while over a third deal with such annoyances on a monthly basis.1 In apartment complexes with shared walls and […] The post Noisy Neighbors: Reduce Noise in Apartment Buildings appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

From the snap of a twig to the booming echo of a drumbeat, sound plays an important role in helping us navigate our space. While sound is incredibly important, many people rarely stop to ponder its physical properties.   In physics, sound is defined as an acoustic vibration that sends waves through a medium, such […] The post Speed of Sound: How Sound Travels Through Objects and Materials appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

Between the clinking glasses and boisterous conversation, breweries are lively spaces. While many people go to breweries to enjoy their bustling ambiance, too much noise can put a damper on the experience.   Fortunately, there are a host of brewery soundproofing solutions that can reduce acoustic clamor and enhance your customers’ experience.   Below, we’ll […] The post Soundproofing for Breweries appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

The problem of the sound transmission issue is unfortunately a very common problem. I get calls all the time from people in similar situations who are looking for products to help stop sound traveling from one office or exam room to the other. Confidentiality and patient privacy is extremely important. Many people call me looking for a product to put on the wall, and because I have helped so many people, I start the conversation by asking three main questions [...] The post Soundproofing a Psychologist’s Office [Case Study] appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

From concert halls to classrooms, exceptional acoustics are a top priority in rooms of all sizes and functions. Using the correct materials to amplify, capture, and nullify noise in these spaces can make the difference between crisp and clear audio and inaudible and unintelligible reverberations. Humans have been using different techniques to manipulate and dampen […] The post Aesthetics in Decorative Acoustic Panel Design: Function Meets Style appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

Podcasts have been around for over two decades and, as they’ve grown and developed, so have their listeners’ expectations for sound quality.1 Podcasting is now an $18 billion-a-year industry that’s still expanding exponentially—meaning it’s no longer an amateur’s game.2 With so much money and interest in the market, staticky sound and muffled voices aren’t able […] The post Room Soundproofing for Podcasters and Content Creators: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more

Soundproofing your favorite spaces is a simple way to add significant value to your free time. It allows us to enjoy our favorite movies and music without being disturbed by noisy neighbors and it allows us to hang with family and friends without the whole neighborhood hearing our conversations. It’s a wonderful addition to home, […] The post The Cost of Silence: Why Using Cheap Materials for Soundproofing Can Be a Costly Mistake appeared first on Acoustical Surfaces ..read more