Noise Resource Library - A one stop shop for useful advice, help & articles on all aspects of noise.
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General Soundproofing Advice
Our Frequently asked questions
Here you will find some of the most frequently asked questions we deal with.
customer testimonials
See what our customers think of our products here. You can also find individual testimonials on each product page.
Noise Defined
The most read of our articles, this guide explains all the different types of sound and describes how they are measured.
Soundproofing Jargon Explained
Here we offer a dictionary like explanation of common terms used when referring to noise. NEW ARTICLE !!
how to soundproof your property
Is soundproofing worthwhile? Do I need to soundproof my house? All your questions answered. NEW ARTICLE !
Floor SoundProofing
This article describes the best way to soundproof a floor. Concrete or timber suspended, carpeted or hard surfaced.
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Wall SoundProofing
Here we discuss how to soundproof a wall. Thick and thin solutions to soundproof a party wall.
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?
Flanking sound is both airborne and impact noise that usually transmits through the fabric of a building.
Basic Room Acoustics
This technical article talks about the varying ways that sound affects a room and is an ideal read for students studying noise. NEW ARTICLE !!
noise reduction for Specific noisy environments
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.
General Machine Noise
Advice on how to reduce noise from machines including how to build your own soundproof box over the noise source. NEW ARTICLE !!
Soundproofing a Garage or shed
A garage can be soundproofed and used as a music practise room etc. Here we explain how. NEW & IMPROVED ARTICLE !!
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
The most effective way to insulate a domestic window is using secondary glazing.
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
The Government also sets different noise limits for flights during the night and day time.
Marine noise reduction
This article describes how our products can help reduce noise from boat engines.
SOUNDPROOFING for pubs & clubs - A Guide for the venue owner
Need to reduce sound leaving a pub or nightclub? Follow our step by step guide.
SOUNDPROOFING A WASHING MACHINE
This article tells you how to reduce vibration and airborne noise from a washing machine.
Quiet Ventilation
If you have a soundproofed room and require clean air then this article is for you.
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Sound Regulations
Part_E_Explained
The term “Part E” refers to the new Approved Document E of the Building Regulations. NEW & IMPROVED ARTICLE !!
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.
Robust Detail Explained
Robust details provide an alternative to pre-completion testing for demonstrating compliance with performance standards of Part E. NEW ARTICLE !!
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.
Noise Law - Getting to grips with where you stand
If your unsure what the law says on loud noise we have the answers here. NEW ARTICLE !!
Information for Educational Establishments
Noise Control in Schools
Schools now have to comply with Part E on acoustics within each study space. We explain how.
Other
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