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Soundproofing: Frequently Asked Questions

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ProSound Acoustic Baffles
By Sam Fessey 25 Apr, 2024
A case study showing the installation of acoustic treatment in a church hall and a before and after acoustic test.
The best soundproofing for walls
By Ian Baker 01 Mar, 2024
How to soundproof a wall. 3 wall soundproofing solutions for solid and stud walls. Achieve peace and quiet against noisy neighbour's and exceed Part E Building Regulations.
Best soundproofing for floors
By Ian Baker 26 Feb, 2024
The 5 best acoustic floor solutions when looking to successfully soundproof a timber floor to achieve a high level of airborne and impact noise reduction
Best Floor Soundproofing 2024 SoundMat 3 Plus
By Ian Baker 06 Feb, 2024
A guide for the best floor soundproofing 2024
ProSound Acoustic Timber Slatted Panels
By Sam Fessey 22 Jan, 2024
The function of acoustic timber slatted panels lies in absorbing and dampening sound within a room, not blocking its transfer in and out. Learn more about sound absorption and soundproofing solutions.
Top Tips
By Phil Lyons 03 Jan, 2024
Achieve peace and quiet from noisy neighbours by understanding the core principles of soundproofing. Follow these essential steps and top soundproofing tips to enable you to create a tranquil living space.
SEN classroom
By Sam Fessey 16 Nov, 2023
Easily improve the room acoustics within SEN educational settings using ProSound Acoustic Panels. Sound Absorption can greatly increase the acoustic quality within learning spaces and help to enhance communication, concentration and promote effective learning.
ReductoClip Direct to Stud Wall
By Ian Baker 02 Nov, 2023
Insulate stud cavities using acoustic mineral wool. Add mass to help block airborne sound. Isolate or decouple the stud wall to create a sound breaker and add damping materials to help absorb sound vibrations. Highlighted are the 3 best stud wall soundproofing solutions which combine these essential principles.
Noisy neighbours
By Ian Baker 01 Oct, 2023
Looking to soundproof a wall against noisy neighbours? Take a look at the top 3 soundproofing solutions for solid walls. Detailing their performance, thickness and cost.
By Ian Baker 20 Sep, 2023
Do soundproofing quick fixes really exist? Uncover the myths of soundproofing and explore if cheap soundproofing options really work
Feet on wooden floor creating impact noise
By Ian Baker 18 Sep, 2023
A guide on the best soundproofing acoustic underlays for timber and concrete floors. Performance against airborne and impact noise and final floor finish suitability
Soundproof ceiling
By Ian Baker 14 Sep, 2023
The most effective way to soundproof a timber ceiling using the ReductoClip Ceiling Solution. Including performance and a step-by-step DIY installation guide
soundproofing for timber floors
By Ian Baker 16 Mar, 2023
Reduce unwanted noise from noisy neighbours using high performing floor soundproofing solutions. DIY installation and suitable for all types of final floor finishes
By Ian Baker 12 Mar, 2023
The best performing ceiling soundproofing solutions for timber and concrete ceilings, helping to reduce the unwanted noise from noisy neighbours.
ProSound™ SoundBoard 4 Soundproofing Wall Panels
By Ian Baker 22 Feb, 2023
An overview of the best soundproofing wall panels for soundproofing unwanted noise through a party wall and the best acoustic wall panels for reducing reverberation and echo within a space.
By Ian Baker 08 Feb, 2023
Soundproofing works if the correct acoustic solution is used. Learn more about how soundproofing works and how to ensure it delivers the required results.
Noisy neighbours
By Ian Baker 07 Feb, 2023
Useful guide to soundproofing your walls against noisy neighbours. Including several wall sound insulation options and showcasing the UK's best Soundproofing products.
ProSound Acoustic Wall Panels
By Ian Baker 01 Feb, 2023
How to reduce noise echo and reverberation within communal spaces. The benefits of using ProSound Sound Absorption Wall Panels and Ceiling Baffles within a village hall
Acoustic Foam
By Ian Baker 23 Jan, 2023
Does soundproofing foam work to block noise? What does acoustic foam do and how effective (if at all) is it at blocking the noise from noisy neighbours?
Bell tower
By Ian Baker 16 Jan, 2023
soundproofing a church bell tower
To Let signs on street
By Ian Baker 12 Jan, 2023
The benefits of soundproofing a rental property for both tenants and landlords. The most effective soundproofing solutions for walls, floors and ceilings.
Soundproof garden sed
By Ian Baker 10 Jan, 2023
10 key steps to effectively soundproof a wooden structure as a music studio.
Cost of moving house v's cost of soundprrofing money and house on scales
By Ian Baker 04 Jan, 2023
Soundproofing the walls, floors and ceilings within your house is a cost-effective alternative to moving house. Learn more about the costs involved.
Money in a jar
By Ian Baker 21 Dec, 2022
A Guide to soundproofing and acoustic insulation costs for walls, floors and ceilings
Sound absorption wall panels
By Sam Fessey 12 Nov, 2022
Sound absorption solutions for reducing sound reverberation / echo and reduction of noise within a room
Flanking noise
By Ian Baker 23 Oct, 2022
Flanking sound occurs when sound waves find paths of least resistance. Often travelling through, around, or over structures. Learn more about why flanking sound occurs and the best way to treat it.
Acoustic soundproof insulation with mineral wool, FlexiSound and ReductoClips
By Ian Baker 04 Oct, 2022
A guide to the best sound insulation and the best acoustic soundproofing insulation for walls, floors and ceilings.
By Ian Baker 15 Aug, 2022
Acoustic solutions to achieve the same level of soundproofing when changing from carpet to wooden flooring within a leasehold property.
Ceiling after soundproofing
By Ian Baker 09 Aug, 2022
Answers to the most commonly asked questions when looking to soundproof a ceiling against noisy neighbours
Green Glue and soundproofing
By Ian Baker 01 Aug, 2022
How effective is green glue at soundproofing? The pros and cons of green glue and alternative, higher performing soundproofing solutions.
Soundproof door
By Phil Lyons 09 Jul, 2022
How to soundproof a door for domestic properties and professional music studios. Including some handy door hacks!
By Ian Baker 13 Jun, 2022
Ceiling soundproofing solutions for timber and concrete ceilings. Block unwanted impact or airborne noise from above with our ReductoClip ceiling system
Soundproofing a chimney using the ReductoClip System
By Ian Baker 10 Jun, 2022
A simple guide detailing how to soundproof awkward areas, such as chimney breasts, RSJs and columns, using the ReductoClip™ System
Soundproofing a chimney
By Ian Baker 22 Apr, 2022
How to soundproof a chimney. The most effective soundproofing solutions and sound insulation, depending on the level of noise and type of fireplace.
Noisy neighbours through an existing wall
By Ian Baker 13 Apr, 2022
9 ways to effectively soundproof an existing wall. 1. Add mass 2. Decouple from the existing wall. Learn more about the other key points when soundproofing an existing wall.
Acoustic Plasterboard
By Ellen Simmons 31 Mar, 2022
Simply adding acoustic plasterboard to a existing wall will not work for soundproofing. Learn more about why this is the case
By Ian Baker 17 Mar, 2022
Why a flat and level base floor is important (especially for hard final floor finishes). How to achieve this and what happens if you don't.
Resistance to the passage of sound Part E Building regulations
By Ian Baker 28 Feb, 2022
A guide on passing Part E building regulations, with soundproofing solutions for walls, floors and ceilings.
By Ian Baker 14 Feb, 2022
When soundproofing a floor, the transition between different final floor finishes and heights from room to room is extremely simple to address.
Home cinema soundproofing
By Ian Baker 26 Jan, 2022
4 key steps to effectively soundproof a home cinema room. 1. Build a 'room within a room'. 2. Add mass. 3. Add resilience. 4. Upgrade windows and doors. Learn more about the most effective soundproofing solutions to use when soundproofing a home cinema.
Concrete floor soundproofing
By Ian Baker 15 Dec, 2021
Learn more about how to soundproof a concrete floor and the best performing acoustic floor solutions. Also, the three main reasons as to why airborne noise can be heard through a concrete floor.
SoundMat 3 Plus
By Ian Baker 15 Nov, 2021
The most effective soundproofing solutions for kitchen floors. Taking into consideration the unwanted noise issue and the final floor finish.
External noise from airplane
By Ellen Simmons 09 Nov, 2021
The most effective ways to soundproof against external noise.
Bedroom wall soundproofing
By Ian Baker 08 Nov, 2021
The best soundproofing and sound insulation solutions when soundproofing a bedroom wall from unwanted noise and noisy neighbours
Fingers in ears too noisy
By Ian Baker 20 Oct, 2021
Why it is important to consider peoples individual susceptibility to sound, when choosing the right soundproofing solution.
By Ian Baker 13 Oct, 2021
The most effective sound insulation for soundproofing a wall. A case study highlighting the highest performing wall soundproofing solution, the ReductoClip Independent System
Stud wall before soundproofing
By Phil Lyons 27 Sep, 2021
How to soundproof a stud wall, reducing noise through hollow internal walls.
By Ian Baker 23 Sep, 2021
Which Wall Soundproofing System Should I Choose?
Dog with big ears listening for impact and airborne noise
By Ian Baker 17 Sep, 2021
How to effectively soundproof a wall, floor and ceiling against unwanted impact and airborne noise
Floor boards before soundproofing
By Ellen Simmons 15 Sep, 2021
Many people want to soundproof their floor and also keep their original floorboards. Find out the pros and cons of acoustic floor insulation and keeping the original flooring
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