Subfloor, underlayment, and joists are all important components of a flooring system. It is important to understand these three elements in order to choose the best option for your home. …
NRC and STC are two rating systems that are used to measure the sound absorption and sound isolation capabilities of the material, respectively. But what do they actually mean? According …
Sound is a type of energy that travels through the air, or any other medium, as a vibration of pressure waves. Noise is an unwanted sound considered unpleasant, loud, or …
Lack of sleep can make it really difficult to focus on our work or at school and gradually it can also negatively impact your mental and physical health. And if …
Soundproofing and sound-absorbing both are effective ways to reduce noise. However, soundproofing deals with blocking noise from entering or exiting a space, while sound absorption deals with reducing the echo …
Soundproofing is the process of reducing noise from entering or leaving a room. Materials used to soundproof may include insulation, damping materials, and sound-blocking construction techniques. But does soundproofing really …
