Soundproofing Help & Useful Articles

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General Soundproofing Advice

 

Our Frequently asked questions

Our Frequently asked questions

Here you will find some of the most frequently asked questions we deal with.

Accolades

Accolades

See what our customers think of our products here. You can also find individual testimonials on each product page.

Noise Defined

Noise Defined

The most read of our articles, this guide explains all the different types of sound and describes how they are measured.

Soundproofing a Room

Soundproofing a Room

A brief guide to soundproofing for all surfaces of a standard room.

Ceiling Soundproofing

Ceiling Soundproofing

A description of how you can reduce the sound from above travelling downstairs using our products.

Floor Sound Proofing Help

Floor Sound Proofing Help

This article describes how to soundproof all types of floors from laminates to carpets.

Wall Sound Proofing Help

Wall Sound Proofing Help

Here we discuss domestic party wall insulation and highlight the different ways to reduce the sound.

NOISE – Facts & Figures

NOISE – Facts & Figures

Around one in five people hear noise from their neighbours and almost half of those are annoyed by it.

What is flanking sound?

What is flanking SOUND?

Flanking sound is both airborne and impact noise that usually transmits through the fabric of a building. 

NOISE KILLS

NOISE KILLS

NOISY NEIGHBOURS AND INCESSANT TRAFFIC IS KILLING '6,500 A YEAR IN BRITAIN'

 

noise reduction for Specific noisy environments

Motor Vehicle Soundproofing

Motor Vehicle Soundproofing

There are a number of areas within a car that can be soundproofed. We discuss them in this article.

Pump & COMPRESSor Noise

Pump and compresser noise are very common. We have a range of products to reduce the noise.

Soundproofing a Garage

Soundproofing a Garage

A garage can be soundproofed and used as a music practise room etc. Here we explain how.

Sound Insulation Value of Timber Stud Partitions

Sound Insulation Value of Timber Stud Partitions

Here we show the insulation value of timber stud wall partitions with and without our products.

Basic Window Soundproofing

Basic Window Soundproofing

The most effective way to insulate a domestic window is using secondary glazing.

Reducing Road Vehicle Noise

Reducing Road Vehicle Noise

Road vehicles have to comply with noise-level standards. The police can take action if vehicles have defective silencers.

Reducing Aircraft Noise

Reducing Aircraft Noise

The Government also sets different noise limits for flights during the night and day time. Other measures to reduce noise include:

Marine noise reduction

This article describes how our products can help reduce noise from marine engine bays.

Pre completion testing

Pre Completion Testing

 

Read about the Pre Completion requirements here.

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How to Soundproof a drum Kit

SOUNDPROOFING A DRUM KIT

 

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basic SOUNDPROOFING for pubs & clubs

 

Need to reduce sound leaving a pub or nightclub? Follow our step by step guide.

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SOUNDPROOFING A WASHING MACHINE

 

This article tells you how to reduce vibration and airborne noise from a washing machine.

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Sound Regulations

Noise at Work Regulations

Noise at Work Regulations - The Employers Guide

Since the update in 2006 the Noise Regulations effect most employers.

do you suffer from Noise at Work?

Noisy workplaces should now be a thing of the past. This article explains how to help save your hearing at work.

music at Work - your questions answered?

 

If your unsure what the law says on loud music at work then read this article.

 

Pre-completion Test Failure

Pre-completion Test Failure

Anyone applying for a change of use or New build property has to have a pre completion test. Read more here.

Pre-completion Test Failure

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Educational Establishments Information

Noise Control in Schools

Noise Control in Schools

Schools now have to comply with Part E on acoustics within each study space. We explain how.


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Our Terms & Conditions of Sale

Our Terms & Conditions of Sale

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