Soundproof Walls

sound proofing???? is there any way to inexpensively sound proof a small area of a larger room with a freestanding or hanging structure. it needs to at least block noises from getting in but only moderately block outgoing noises. may i repeat INEXPENSIVELY!

Sound Proofing? What is a do-it-yourself way to soundproof a thin wooden wall between two rooms? It is the back of an alcove in one room which is matched by the back of an alcove in the other room. The two rooms are opposite each other, at the top of the stairs, in a two-bed terrace house.Thank you.

What is the best sound proofing if you are building a music room? My Dad is building a sound room made from wood to play music and watch TV separate from the main house. What would be the best material to use for most effective sound proofing? My Dad has decided to buy a shed type of building so what is the best option in those circomstances

looking for sound proofing material, where to get it and there deciable rating? I am sound proofing a room that is 35 ft. by 40 ft. with an 11 ft. ceiling and the ceiling has to be sound proofed as well. I will be doing this in NY city so I would like the names of distributers there.

What sound proofing options do I have? I'm putting up a stud wall to split a large bedroom into two smaller rooms. I want to use a stud wall but with improved sound proofing. What options do I have to shove in between the plasterboard?

How cheap is sound proofing? I'm interested in sound proofing a relatively small enclosure, but also making it well ventilated- would that be easy/cheap to do?

Should I use thicker or thinner insulation for sound proofing? I am insulating a basement ceiling. My main concern is sound proofing. I am using a drop ceiling. The ceiling beams are 8 inches. Is it better to shove 10 " worth of insulation into the ceiling or use a thinner, 3" insulation.

home made sound proofing techniques? I live near the market and the people are EXTREMELY noisy. i need help sound proofing my room. but I need some home made techniques cause I'm only a kid and don't have a job yet.

What is the best sound proofing for a band room that is CHEAP? I need to make our band room sound proof because of complaining roommates, what is the cheapest? and what works good?

Sound proofing tiles made out of dryer lint? When I was younger I remember watching a Canadian television talk show called Jonovision. I believe the theme of the show was about young inventors and this kid collected dryer lint and mixed it in a bowl with a couple ingredients to create some sort of sound proofing square tiles. Anyone ever heard of this?

Can you use sound proofing material to block my Neighbors loud music? I live upstairs in an apartment, and my neighbors are college students;they are so loud and always have there stereo on blasting. I want to know if anyone knows a good way to sound proof thier noise. is this possible???? ive call the office and they are soon getting evicted but want to do something in the mean time;

sound proofing materials for recording studio? Where can I buy those acoustical foams or sound proofing foams such as v-block foam that are used in recording studios? Thanks for your help!

Which is most effective in sound proofing a room? I want to turn my extra bedroom into a practice room for me to play my drums. I want to sound proof it. I saw 2 different kinds of foam, one had wedges that run parallel to each other, and the other one was more of an egg carton type of design (little pyramids). What is the difference in sound reduction between these foams? Also, how much of a difference in volume reduction does the thickness of the foam provide? 1" vs 2". Thanks.

We are finishing the upstairs of our home and need help sound proofing it before we begin work. What is best? Ok... we live in a 1.5 story home and are getting ready to finish the upstairs. We have no perment flooring installed yet and when someone is up stair walking on the plywood it is SO LOUD.. (we plan on putting 2 kids upstairs) Can anyone tell me how to help sound proof the upstairs floor. We plan on using carpet with a thick pad but there has to be more we can do. Anyone have any suggestions?

To block the noise, do I have to choose better double paned window or additional sound proofing window? best double paned window or add sound proofing window on normal double paned window?

extra Sound proofing a volkswagen transporter shuttle/caravelle. Can i use fibreglass roofing insulation? I want to sound proof a volkswagen shuttle nine seater, i am thinking of using roofing insulation to stuff behind some of the doors etc, is this safe and is it a good idea, or is there something else that i could use? Appreciate any answers or help with this.

Will expensive underlay provide sound proofing too? I'm about to re-carpet my sons room and would like to give it a bit of sound proofing from downstairs. I was wondering would expensive underlay be suffice or will I need to buy something else? If I have to buy something else what would this be and how much would it cost. Many thanks

what are some materials for sound proofing? I'm a home-based online tutor and my classes are always disturbed by my neighbor's dogs barkings. I made a small cubicle to minimize the noise but still it's not enough. Can you please give me some tips on how to minimize noise or some materials for sound proofing? Thanks a lot...

can anybody,recommend a company in the lancashire/manchester area that do domestic sound proofing? I have a issue with noisey neighbours and want a quote from a reliable recommended sound proof company. we live in a 3 bed semi detached

when material is best use sound proofing music room from being heard outside room? this shows the speed of sound in several solid mutation material w- 5130 x - 514 y- 3813 z- 2332 when material is best use sound proofing music room from being heard outside room? a. w b. x c. y d. z

Sound proofing a music room? I'm trying to sound proof my music room in a residential neighborhood. I need advice on what sound boards and/or related materials work best for sound proofing without altering the room with new construction. So far I'm thinking of sound blankets and boards. Thanks for your help.

Sound proofing a room in apartment? I live in an apartment. My daughter got a separate room for her studies. I want to make her room absolutely quiet without getting disturbed by noise from the rest of the house. I want to do some sort of sound proofing for her room. I want to do it myself with low cost. Can I get some suggestions please?

Sound proofing a wooden shed? I have a wooden 'wendy-house' shed in the back garden. What would need to be done to turn this into a sound proof room for a drum kit? - I already know it's not the greatest of places to try soundproof, I'm simply asking what would need to be done. Please don't answer if it's just to say it's a stupid place.

What is the best sound proofing material? I have a room where there are some drainage pipes running down the back wall. They are boxed in by Pine. I want to stuff something around the drainage pipes (then box them back in)to muffle the sound of the water draining from the upstairs units.

What is the best nursing cover for sound-proofing the nursing experience? For moms wanting to nurse, what cover or material (if I unfortunately have to make one) could I use that is a sound barrier to other people around? for privacy "for real"?

Is it possible to make my speakers into sound proofing divices.? I heard something about negative sound frequencies and how speakers can block out noise comming in. How is that done.

my front room wall needs sound proofing? i like my surround sound loud in the frontroom.one wall needs sound proofing so it wont upset the neighbours.how do i do this?

I would like to know where you can rent a cellulose blow machine for sound proofing? I am trying to sound proof the walls in my apt. I live in Santa Monica Ca thanks

Where can I get sound proofing foam for my windows? What type of material and where do I buy it? Something that will block the sound of cars driving by my window.

What is the best free or VERY cheap material for sound proofing a room for band practice? We are in desperate need to sound proof our house to thwart sound from escaping. We received a noise violation the other day, and almost got kicked out of our house. What is a good material or product to sound proof BESIDES that really expensive SH%T that cost hundreds of dollars. We were thinking bed mattresses.

How do you go about sound proofing a room? Can you get basic supplies at the hardware store, or do you need special stuff?

Where can I buy cheap sound proofing for my bedroom door to reduce sounds to close to nothing? I would like to spend $100 to soundproof my bedroom door so that very little can be heard on the other side. I also need something that is easily mountable and removable as I live in an apartment.

Is it possible to sound proof a wall with special sound proofing wallpaper? If so where can you get it from? Many thanks.

Double paned window of stc 28 is good for sound proofing? Do I need higher stc window for that purpose? I have never used double paned window. my contractor said stc28 is O.K but I doubt about it.Do I need thicker laminated window or triple paned window? And it is worth for money?

i need help sound proofing my room at the lowest cost as possible? i have of small room that is about 6x12 ft and 8 ft. tall that's about roughly the size of my room and i need to make the sound transmissions from inside my room to out side of my window and my door as quiet as possible and at a low cost . what would you suggest?

what is the best low cost sound proofing? for interior walls? I just bought a house, and can hear people talking,dogs barking,TVS all night long, we replaced most single pane windows, put carpet down in most rooms, is it true there is a sound proof paint? we even added more insulation to the attic

Best Way of Sound Proofing a Room? What is the best way of soundproofing my room? I have one window,, and one sliding balcony door. I need to somehow Make the room incredibly silent. Separate it from the outside world. Not only the window and the door, the walls as well. HOW? What is the best way of soundproofing my room? I have one window,, and one sliding balcony door. I need to somehow Make the room incredibly silent. Separate it from the outside world. Not only the window and the door, the walls as well. I need serious answers and solutions pls. HOW?

Can you tell me how to install a sound proofing for my condomium ceiling? I am in downstair unit and the upstair was so awful. Where I can buy the material . I do not have enough money to hire a construction, I wanna do it myself. TIA,

Does "blue board" really work for sound proofing? I read on someone elses answer that bue board will help with noise control. Is this true? does anyone have any experience with it?

for sound proofing a studio,does it make a difference if you use eggcrate foam for beds or the studio stuff.? bed eggcrate foam vs studio foam is it the same thing.

what cheaper sound proofing materials can use for my ceiling and walls if the noise is coming from outside? Noise is coming from videoke house on the secong level of our apartment. Only wood materials are seperating from us.

what is sound proofing made of please? sound proofing for walls in a house

What type of glass to choose for sound proofing? I am buying soundproof windows and the manufacturer has given me 2 options to choose from.Which type of glass do you think will offer me the best noise insulation 1) Double glazed glass - 6mm +12 mm air gap +6 mm Glass (clear float glass) or 2) Laminated Glass 8.38 mm thickness (clear laminated glass) Thanks

How do you maximize sound proofing your room? Im 16 year old girl and my sleepovers can get sort of loud. I dont want my parents being kept up by our dancing, talking, laughing and playing. How do i make it so my room is silent? Their bedroom is next to mine. thanks

any idea how much stud wall sound proofing is? I`m putting a stud wall up (3.5mtrs x 3mtrs) how much does sound proof insulation cost , UK Rough ideas welcome, thanks

Musicians out there, can you give ne some sound proofing tips? I play the saxophone and the clarinet, and occasionally piano, and it drives my parents nuts when I practice at night, so natraully I wanted to know what is the absolute BEST thing I can do to keep all the noise in my room. I can't practice during the day either. I am on a huge budget, so what could I do to possibly soundproof my room to restore peace?

I own a 1971 VW Beetle. What are the best materials to use in sound-proofing the vehicle? What are the methods to use; I do it myself.

sound proofing for subs in trunk is it worth it need answers thanks alot? yeah i know all trunks rattle is it worth getting sound proofing installed in trunk and if yes where do you install it and what does the difference make buy having it in trunk and will it be worth the money basically im in the car the whole time so i dont hear it but will get rid off all the rattle thanks alot kevin

What is the cheapest and easiest way to retrofit sound proofing material to a shared wall between houses?

when sound proofing a wall separating two rooms,whats the best way to fill the cavity for the sound proofing.? Or distortion or for a total silencing.And if using the "egg boxing effect" which way would you face the cones ,open end to wall or closed end to wall.

Sound proofing a room? How do I sound proof a room and how much would it cost in Bradenton,FL? I'm always hearing noises in my room. My dog barks a lot and usually no one is there. I can hear my sister playing her guitar in the other room. I can also hear when my Mom has her TV and radio on loud.

Sound proofing. If you were constructing a sound proof room for, say, well never mind.? What materials and design would you use?

Sound proofing my bedroom? I live in a first floor flat and the living room of the flat below is directly underneath my bedroom, which means I can hear the bastards' TV when they decide to whack it on at 11pm. I'm thinking about getting some kind of sound proofing installed in the floor but know nothing about what options there are and how much they might cost. Any suggestions?

I can't sleep with the traffic noise outside, I saw an ad on sound proofing window, does it work? any suggest? I have a sliding glass door next to my bed, should I try a thick curtain, or thick glass?

What is sound proofing? How do you sound proof rooms?

best product for sound proofing a house? noisy neibours, need to mute the noise from coming through the walls!

NOISE REDUCTION. I am looking for a local company that provides sound proofing ideals for loud mfg machinery? I am looking for a lower cost alternative to soundproof manfacturing vibration chambers/shakers and venting sytems. Right now the consideration is to enclose the space by building walls/ceilings. I would prefer a consultant who could recommend lower cost soundproof enclosures, blankets, etc. We need to lower the noise by 20 db. Does anyone assist with identifying a consultant company in Seattle who may do such work?

use duct tape for car audio sound sound proofing put on thick? or other tape like thick 3M heat proof stuff in layers thick?. dynamat and the other is to much. i got enough for my trunk lid then no more. using tape thick and carpet padding for the rest. dynamat also weighs to much. that is the main reason i ask.

How much is sound proofing? We have a noisy neighbour. Our living room (ground floor) and bedroom (upstairs) are next to each other and you can hear her music loudly. How much would soundproofing be? How efficient is it? Which rooms do we sound proof - the whole house or just the rooms next to each other?

Is there something cheaper than Dynamat that I can use for sound proofing my car? I want better sound for my system, are there other ways besides expensive Dynamat??? (for my trunk)

Does cavity wall insulation offer sound proofing? Our neighbours are really noisy and we are trying to find a solution because they won't stay quiet for longer than 3-4 days. We can't get anyone to answer our question.