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Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd, the longest running soundproofing supplier in the UK, is looking to expand their installation catchment area to include most of the UK.

Sound Service has been supplying quality soundproofing materials and advice to the general pubic and industry for over 40 years and up to now has only offered an installation service in London and parts of the south.

With an increasing demand for noise reducing products in all parts of the company they feel it is now the right time to offer a national installation service to all their UK customers.

“We are looking for reputable building or joinery firms that can offer a quality and high level service to our customers. Our products are simple to install and do not require any real specialist training but they do need a firm who will ensure they are installed correctly and will represent us in the area of installation.” Describes Stephen Young, Office Manager.

Any company who feels they meet this criteria and would like to be offered potential work in their area should email marketing@soundservice.co.uk

With 40 years experience supplying soundproofing & acoustic materials to the Architectural and home refurb market, Sound Service (Oxford) has now launched its online Noise Resource Library.

Consisting of 30 detailed and varied articles on all types of noise problems from noisy washing machines, how to reduce noise at work and current UK noise law, this page is a must read for all noise sufferers.

Many of the articles have been written by Sound Service’s expert technical team and these have increased in volume over the last 4 decades. Stephen Young explains further,

“We don’t believe in withholding information that will help people reduce domestic noise. Our library of articles is growing daily and we work closely with external agencies like the Noise Abatement Society to ensure we have the answers to all types of noise pollution on our website”

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From its humble beginnings supplying car soundproofing in 1969, Sound Service has become one of the best known and respected names for soundproofing materials in the UK.

Based at Crawley Mill in the Cotswold countryside the team of dedicated technical staff ensure you are offered the latest in soundproofing design and innovation and this is partly why they have survived the test of time in a very competitive marketplace.

Architects and designers as well as alternative soundproofing companies purchase products from Sound Service as they recognise the quality of materials sold.

In 2008 Sound Service created its Green Policy and does all it can to reduce its carbon footprint from manufacture to final delivery to its customers.

The end of 2008 saw the launch of the company's shopping cart.www.soundproofing-direct.com where customers can now order over 60% of the main product range with more products being added daily.

A survey conducted by Mori has shown that nearly half of the UK’s population feels their life suffers due to noise when they are at home. Sound Service has developed a range of D.I.Y soundproofing systems for its customers to cover all skills and noise problems. These can be seen at www.keepitquiet.co.uk

When shopping around or thinking of working with a new soundproofing supplier Sound Service would ask this, have they been selling their products for 40 years?

Don’t put up with the noise any longer, give Sound Service a call, discuss your problem and see how they can help you.

Call 0845 363 7131 or visit their website www.soundservice.co.uk for brochures and full product information.

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Now has never been a better time to finally do something about your noisy neighbours.

Six out of ten people in the UK are annoyed by domestic noise and with Christmas approaching this number is bound to rise with drunken parties and noisy family get-togethers.

Sound Service has been supplying soundproofing materials in the UK for almost 40 years and has now launched their easy to install D.I.Y soundproofing systems.

The company boasts solutions for all types of floors, walls and ceilings and they are supplied with step by step instructions. With prices starting from just £28 per square metre for all the materials you need, you can’t go wrong.

“In 2009 we will enter our 40th year supplying high quality effective soundproofing products to homeowners around the UK. Due to popular demand we have now created a range of simple systems designed to be installed by anyone with basic D.I.Y knowledge.” Describes Stephen Young, the companies Technical Manager.

Not only does Sound Service offer free technical advice on their local rate phone lines but over 50 % of their products are made from sustainable materials or 100 % recycled rubber. With just two of these products Sound Service has managed to recycle 146,940 rubber car tyres which equates to 1,634 tons of rubber.

Don’t just take their word for it; the product pages on their website have genuine testimonials from domestic customers who have used the systems. “I have found the service from Sound Service excellent. Reliable deliveries, an extensive knowledge of Soundproofing and great products.” Gary Louca.

So don’t put up with the noise any longer, give Sound Service a call, discuss your problem and see how they can help you.

Call 0845 363 7131 or visit their website www.keepitquiet.co.uk for brochures and full product information.

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We’re all becoming more environmentally aware with eco-friendly versions of everything from light bulbs to wall paint. But when it comes to the very fabric of your home, it’s often too late and too expensive to opt for green building materials.

With hundreds of soundproofing solutions available in the current market place for commercial and domestic use, Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd manufacture from sustainable materials such as recycled rubber where possible.

“Very often, homeowners and tenants want to do their bit for the environment but can’t find a way that fits in with their budget and domestic requirements,”said Stephen Young, Office Manager. “Even in new builds, it’s hard to incorporate eco-friendly materials into things such as walls and floors. But with our range of recycled soundproofing solutions, practical home improvement is both affordable and socially responsible.”

According to World Health statistics, half of the UK population is currently being exposed to more than the recommend levels of noise pollution, making soundproofing materials an excellent starting point for those wanting to go green in their home.

Even noisy neighbours can be given the green treatment with a 100% recycled rubber Acousticel wall panel. Designed to upgrade the sound insulation properties of party walls inthe home and all types of domestic properties, the rubber mats are an environmentally friendly way to insulate a noisy neighbour with a minimum loss of room space.

Replaced 50 % of their soundproofing product range with recycled products or products offering a better sustainable index.

Managed to recycle 146,940 rubber car tires which equates to 1,634 tons of rubber with just two products.

To find out how to enjoy an environmentally effective sense of peace and quiet, log on to www.soundservice.co.uk

To obtain your free product samples and for advice on how they can reduce noise in your home/workplace please call 0845 363 7131 or visit their website www.soundservice.co.uk

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29/07/08

One in five people in the UK hear noise from their neighbours and almost half of those find it most annoying.

Perhaps one of the quickest and most effective acoustic solutions on the market for floor soundproofing is Quietfloor PLUS.

Using this product increases airborne sound insulation and reduces impact noise transmission so much that there is no need for the installation of false floors; this not only increases minimum ceiling height but it also reduces labour and materials costs considerably.

The laminated composition provides minimum thickness for maximum performance and combines effective sound insulation with all the qualities of an excellent carpet underlay. Quick and easy to install and easily cut and shaped.

This product comprises a recycled layer of sound absorbing chip foam sandwiched between mineral loaded recycled rubber soundproofing mat. The base layer of barrier mat seals and damps the sound coming through the floor and the isolated top layer of barrier mat reduces the sound penetration both ways whereas the sound absorbing chip foam core dramatically absorbs and reduces impact noise transfer. Quietfloor PLUS is supplied in easy to handle 1200 X 1000mm slabs.

In addition, Quietfloor PLUS is made with an acoustic foam that does not harden or crumble over time, unlike some other foam normally used in these applications.

QuietFloor PLUS can also be bonded to concrete floors to meet the new Approved Document E Building Regulations for impact noise and should be glued down using Sound Service's special spray adhesive. If Part E compliance is required on communal stairs, apply the Quietfloor PLUS to the steps and risers for an effective and easy to install solution.

When laying the Quietfloor PLUS you should pack between the wall and the product with Perimeter Strips. These provide a stable base to lay the gripper rod. They are supplied in 1000 x 30 x 9mm thick lengths.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd was established in 1969, it’s main aim to reduce unwanted neighbourhood noise and supply effective sound reducing products to the whole of the UK.

They pride themselves on being a market leader for recycled Soundproofing products and 100% of each slab of Quietfloor PLUS is made from recycled materials.

To obtain your free sample and for advice on how Quietfloor PLUS can reduce noise in your home/workplace please call 0845 363 7131 or visit their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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18/07/08

We are delighted to announce our move to new larger premises on Monday 11th August 2008.

The move to new premises will enable us to continue to deliver and expand our excellent range of Soundproofing and sound insulation products.

We have designed our move so that it minimizes disruption to our customers but we would ask anyone faxing us to call to confirm we have received it. During this period you may experience delays in getting through to us on our main numbers, please be patient.

Our new address will be posted shortly.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Tube Lines works in partnership with London Underground and is rebuilding the Jubilee line, Northern line and Piccadilly line, which together carry 40% of all London Underground passengers.

Sound Service has recently provided consultation and bespoke design to reduce noise at Tube stations during the early hours of the morning.

“We undertake development work at night when stations are closed and take great care to ensure we don't disturb our neighbours. We therefore needed to find an acoustic product to cover station entrances. We worked with Sound Service to develop a bespoke product, a removable curtain that we are now able to use across the Tube network.

“Their dedicated team was able to accommodate all our technical requirements and we're looking forward to working with them on further noise related issues," says Rachael Labruyere, from Tube Lines’ Environmental Team.

If you are experiencing any noise problem then Sound Service (Oxford) should be your first port of call. They offer free and impartial advice. For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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Noisy equipment such as shower pumps, plant machinery, compressors, office equipment and domestic appliances are very common. This type of sound can be tough to soundproof as they present two types of noise, vibration and airborne.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has now created a simple and effective solution, Acoustic Enclosure Kits.

Having supplied the UK with soundproofing materials and advice for nearly 40 years, they have developed products that are easy to install with little or no experience and provide effective soundproofing for noisy machinery and equipment.

“We supply a large and a small kit to cater for most noise enclosures. These kits are supplied with detailed installation instructions and require very little D.I.Y experience. The components included are designed and made especially for this task and are not available over the counter in a normal shop.” Explains Stephen Young, Technical Manager

Sound Service are able to offer a wide range of acoustic solutions to treat all types of noise. They also sell D.I.Y soundproofing kits for doors and washing machines.

Don’t go on suffering with your noisy neighbour; call the friendly team at Sound Service to discuss what would be the right treatment for you. There are no pressure sales and normally no sales person will need to call.

“We have a quick and easy to use program called “Sound Wizard” on our website that should find the right product for your problem. As far as we know this is the only such program in our industry” Outlines Steve Backhouse, Sales Team.

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A survey conducted by Mori has shown that nearly half of the UK’s population feels their life suffers due to noise when they are at home. This figure has risen 35 % since 2006 and 2% of people surveyed say they had moved house to escape noisy neighbours.

Noise Action Week (19 – 23rd May 2008) is co-ordinated by Environmental Protection UK the environmental protection charity supported by pollution control professionals. They have been working for a cleaner, quieter, healthier world since 1898. This year Noise Action Week is set to highlight street sounds as they are working in partnership with Walk to School, who are encouraging local travel co-ordinators to get kids out on the street as "Sound Detectives" during the week, sussing out sounds on their way to school. For more info on Noise Action Week please go to http://www.noiseactionweek.org.uk/

Noise mediation is the preferred method of reducing unwanted neighbourhood noise but this does not always work or in some cases the complainant would rather soundproof their property.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been supplying D.I.Y domestic soundproofing materials and advice for nearly 40 years and their products are easy to install with little or no experience and provide effective soundproofing for floors, walls and ceilings as well as other common domestic noise problems.

Many people think that soundproofing is a costly and time consuming exercise when in fact you can treat most surfaces from as little as £30 per square metre.

Soundproofing increases the properties value and make it far more sellable if and when you want to move.

Sound Service offer a range of systems to treat all types of noise. These include;

Don’t go on suffering with your noisy neighbour; call the friendly team at Sound Service to discuss what would be the right treatment for you. There are no pressure sales and no sales person will need to call.

There is even a quick and easy to use program called “Sound Wizard” on their website that will find the right product for your problem.

If you are experiencing any noise problem then Sound Service (Oxford) should be your first port of call. They offer free and impartial advice without any pressure selling. For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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Sound Service were called to Hillcross Primary School in Merton, London as their school hall was suffering from a noisy 'echo'. This severely reduced the ability to hold normal conversations within the room, particularly when the room was full of children and made it particularly difficult for children with hearing difficulties.

Their engineers installed Echosorption Plus sound absorbing tiles over the entire ceiling and this treatment not only enhanced the appearance of the room but totally transformed the acoustics. The 'echo' was gone and the hall could once again, hold lots of children and staff with no difficulty in speech being heard and understood.

"If you are unsure on whether you have a room that requires this treatment, stand in the middle of the room when it is empty and clap your hands once and listen to the echo. If it takes more than a second for the echo to disappear then you have a reverberation problem that can easily be cured with our products." Describes Stephen Young, Technical Manager

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"In 2006 noisy pubs, clubs & entertainment venues affected over 5 million people in the UK that is approx 9 % of the population." (Source Mori Poll 2006)

Everyone likes to let their hair down and enjoy a good live band or DJ over their favourite tipple. Noise and alcohol are becoming more commonly associated especially since the smoking ban has forced smokers outside.

Sound Service (Oxford) has today published an online article designed to offer practical help for licensed premises who suffer with noise related complaints and problems.

There are many cost effective ways that a venue can reduce airborne noise transference to neighbouring properties. These include introducing a double door system, adding secondary glazing and ensuring all external duct work or air conditioning has sound reducing baffles in place over the vents.

“We supply a full range of products that a landlord or brewery can use to help reduce their noise problem. In our experience if the breweries own the properties they are reluctant to spend money to safeguard their license. We have produced this simple online guide to show what small things can be done to reduce a fair amount of sound

The cost of losing a public entertainment license and then the subsequent trade associated with that would be far more costly than installing some of our products.” Outlines Steve Backhouse of the Technical Team.

Sound Service would advise anyone suffering with noise related problems from licensed premises to pass the companies details to the owner or licensee BEFORE taking the matter to the local authorities themselves. This will give the pub or club a chance to treat the noise issue without being threatened with court action.

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Some 170,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, tinnitus or other ear conditions as a result of exposure to excessive noise at work.

It is well known that the most efficient and effective way of controlling noise is by technical and organisational means that protect workers at source, e.g. changes in process, reducing vibration (damping), using sound reducing materials and reducing time spent in noisy areas.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been offering practical advice and materials to Health and Safety Officials and Employers in the UK for nearly 40 years.

Their website www.soundservice.co.uk is loaded with free help articles on how to soundproof all types of noise problems from offices to large warehouses and contains a broad range of soundproofing products designed for easy D.I.Y

“We have two clear articles on our website designed for both the Employer and Employee. These outline what their rights are, the law and how they can work together to reduce excessive noise in the workspace.

We help many employers with bespoke noise reducing solutions and have found some of them were not even aware of the current sound restrictions.” Explains Stephen Young, Technical Manager

Sound Service offer a range of systems to treat all types of work related noise. These include;

Don’t give your employee a reason to sue you, call the friendly team at Sound Service to discuss what would be the right treatment for you work space.

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50 % of the UK’s population suffers from noisy neighbours – Are you one of these?

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been supplying Construction companies and Architects with soundproofing materials and advice for nearly 40 years.

They are pleased to announce they have now launched their Domestic Soundproofing website.

The site is loaded with free help articles on how to soundproof all types of noise problems from cars to washing machines and contains a broad range of soundproofing products designed for D.I.Y

“We have always provided the general public with products but have now designed a website specifically with the public in mind. The new website is a simplified version of our main site and is aimed at our customers who want to reduce unwanted noise from neighbours.”

Many people think that soundproofing is a costly exercise when in fact you can treat most surfaces from as little as £30 per square metre.

“When selling a property you now have to declare if you have noisy neighbours. Soundproofing therefore increases the properties value and makes it far more sellable if and when you want to move.” Describes Stephen Young, Office Manager.

Sound Service offer a range of systems to treat all types of noise. These include;

Don’t go on suffering with your noisy neighbour, call the friendly team at Sound Service to discuss what would be the right treatment for you. There are no pressure sales and no sales person will need to call at your property.

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A recent survey conducted by Mori has shown that nearly half of the UK’s population feels their life suffers due to noise when they are at home. This figure has risen 35 % since 2006. and 2% of people surveyed say they had moved house to escape noisy neighbours.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been supplying D.I.Y domestic soundproofing materials and advice for nearly 40 years.

Their products are easy to install with little or no experience and provide effective soundproofing for floors, walls and ceilings.

Many people think that soundproofing is a costly exercise when in fact you can treat most surfaces from as little as £30 per square metre.

When selling a property you now have to declare if you have noisy neighbours. Soundproofing therefore increases the properties value and makes it far more sellable if and when you want to move.

Sound Service offer a range of systems to treat all types of noise. These include;

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

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd was established in 1969, it’s main aim to reduce unwanted neighbourhood noise and supply effective sound reducing products to the whole of the UK.

“There are two main types of transmitted noise, Airborne sound and impact based sound. Ordinarily you would need a combination of products to treat both the noise typess. We found our cutomers wanted an “all in one” solution and in the early 1970’s we developed Quietfloor.” Describes Stephen Young, Company Manager.

Quietfloor is only 12mm thick and made from two layers of mineral loaded mass vinyl with a rubber chipfoam sandwich in the centre. Each vinyl layer is equal in performance to that of lead sheet and blocks out airborne sound superbly. The rubber chipfoam core reduces the impact sound caused when people walk on the floor. These two products combined make Quietfloor one of Sound Service’s best sellers in the domestic market.

Quietfloor is normally used under carpet and replaces the need for a standard carpet underlay. It is also very effective on stair treads and meets the PART E building regulations when be bonded to concrete floors.

Sound Service prides itself on being a market leader for recycled products and 67 % of each slab of Quietfloor is made from recycled rubber.

To obtain your free sample and for advice on how Quietfloor can silence your home please call 0845 363 7131.

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Six out of ten people in the UK are annoyed by domestic noise and do not complain…Why not silence your noisy neighbours in 2008?

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been supplying D.I.Y domestic soundproofing materials and advice for nearly 40 years.

Their products are easy to install with little or no experience and provide effective soundproofing for floors, walls and ceilings.

Many people think that soundproofing is a costly exercise when in fact you can treat most surfaces from as little as £30 per square metre.

When selling a property you now have to declare if you have noisy neighbours. Soundproofing therefore increases the properties value and makes it far more sellable if and when you want to move.

Sound Service offer a range of systems to treat all types of noise. These include;

If you are experiencing a noise problem then Sound Service (Oxford) should be your first port of call. They offer free and impartial advice without any pressure selling. For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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Six out of ten people in the UK are annoyed by domestic noise and do not complain…

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been supplying D.I.Y domestic soundproofing materials for nearly 40 years and Christmas is always a busy time.

It is not to late to get some superior, easy to install soundproofing so you can enjoy a quiet and peaceful Christmas without hearing the neighbours party next door.

Sound Service offer a range of systems to treat all types of noise. These include;

“All our staff are technically trained to be able to offer the best advice to our customers. At this time of year we ensure we have extra stock ready for the festive parties.” Outlines Stephen Young, Senior Technical Manager.

If you are planning a party or are experiencing a noise problem then Sound Service (Oxford) should be your first port of call. They offer free and impartial advice without any pressure selling. For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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Laminate floors are one of the biggest causes of domestic noise problems. Whilst they provide an easy to clean and child friendly flooring solution they are not neighbour friendly. When you walk on these surfaces a large amount of impact as well as airborne noise is created (due to the hard surface) this can often be a nuisance to the people living below.

The Acoustic Laminate Underlay is made up of a 4.2mm layer of high density resilient rubber sponge with a foil faced moisture barrier laminated to one side. It can be easily cut with a knife or scissors and if used in conjunction with the soundproofing mats from Sound Service, it will provide both impact AND airborne noise reduction through the floor with minimal height rise.

As well as offering superior sound performance the underlay also incorporates a vapour barrier, eliminating the need for extra moisture protection such as polythene sheeting and is also suitable for use with under floor heating.

Sound tests have shown that the Acoustic Laminate Underlay has a weighted Impact Sound Improvement Index of (Delta Lw) 27dB!! As a percentage it would perform approximately 40 % better than a standard “off the shelf” laminate underlay from a DIY chain.

To obtain a sample of this product please email your details to marketing@soundservice.co.uk For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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The 1.2mm thick nano vacuumed rubber membrane blocks airborne noise in a similar way to lead. The Acoustic Membrane has won many awards including the “European Merit Award Winner for Research & Technology” 1999 - 2001.

The thinness of this product provides minimum loss of room space with maximum noise reduction. The membrane only weighs 2Kg/ m² and is easy to handle and carry.

“Before the introduction of the Acoustic Membrane our customers were using our heavy Soundproofing Mat on the ceiling. Although the products perform the same way, the Acoustic Membrane is so much lighter and easier to work with. It can even be pre stuck and overlapped to plasterboard before it is offered up to the ceiling.” Outlines Stephen Backhouse from the companies Technical Team.

The Acoustic Membrane should be sandwiched between two layers of plasterboard and has revolutionised the way a ceiling is soundproofed. Work can now be carried out by a single person as the roll is simple to work with making for a quick, easy, home improvement product.

The membrane easily folds and bends round corners and edges to protect against flanking sound. This has meant that it is being specified for use between fabric and other materials to help reduce noise between working areas.

Not only is it versatile it boasts a very high Performance noise reduction of (22dB Rw) for minimal thickness and is well in excess of Part E of the Building Sound Regulations when used in conjunction with other materials.

To obtain a sample of this product please email your details to marketing@soundservice.co.uk . For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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Do you or your neighbour suffer from a noisy washing machine or gym equipment? If the answer is yes then you need the Vibration Pad from Sound Service (Oxford).

Vibrating washing machines and home gym equipment such as running machines produce a large amount of vibration noise which in many cases transmits through the joists and floor to the neighbour below.

The anti Vibration Pad from Sound Service is made from a hard recycled rubber and whilst it does not reduce the airborne sound created from the machine it does decouple the machine or equipment from the floors surface, thus reducing the impact sound it produces.

This versatile pad is available in either 10 or 20mm thickness and is supplied in a 1 square metre panel. It can be easily cut with a jigsaw or hand saw and is black in colour.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd manufacture a broad range of soundproofing and sound absorbing products from their base in the Cotswolds and generally find a solution for every type of noise problem.

For more information please see Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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If you suffer from echo in your workspace or home then Photosorption is the product for you.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd manufacture a range of soundproofing and sound absorbing products from their base in the Cotswolds. The Photosorption panels are made from traditional sound absorbers which are then covered in acoustically transparent polyester. Sound Service provide you with two options for adding a photograph, you can supply your own image such as a company logo or family portrait or allow them to find an image for you from their database. The image is then printed onto the fabric and provides a full wrap around effect as commonly seen on many canvas images.

Reduction of sound reverberation is important in large open plan areas such as restaurants, coffee bars, conference rooms and schools. When mounted on a wall, the Class O fireproof Photosorption panel will effectively absorb noise at that point and efficiently reduce the 'bounce back' of the sound. This is particularly effective in areas where a large amount of noise is generated and affected by the surrounding hard surfaces of walls, floors and ceilings and the more there are installed the greater the reduction will be of reverberated noise.The sound absorbing panels can be made in many sizes and they perform to Class C standard. There is only a minimum order of two panels so these are an ideal solution for home owners as well as businesses.

Photosorption can be seen on Sound Service’s website www.soundservice.co.uk and samples are available for business customers. Please call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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For three and a half decades Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd has been supplying a range of high quality and effective sound insulation and absorption materials to the building industry.

With over 80 years of combined technical staff experience, the company boasts a wealth of experience in all areas of noise control. Sound Service is always on the edge of the latest product innovations and sources the best materials from all over the world. The company is committed to providing a high level of project management to Architects and Contractors and does this within an impressive time scale.

“We do not believe in just supplying products to our customers and letting them get on with it. We like to guide them all the way through the installation process. If we cannot supply a stock item to solve a problem then we provide our clients with bespoke or manufactured solutions” explains Stephen Young, the company's Senior Technical Adviser.

The company delivers products all over the UK and can offer a range of site reports prior to installation.

If you are considering using a specialist to reduce a noise problem then Sound Service (Oxford) should be your preferred choice.

To view the full range of items please visit www.soundservice.co.uk or call the friendly team on 0845 363 7131.

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Looking for a PART E Planner?

Since the updated Part E building regulations in 2003, new build homes and conversions have had to comply with stricter sound insulation requirements.

Nearly 5 years on, Sound Service (Oxford) reflects on whether tougher regulations have improved the lives of new homeowners.

Document E, Resistance to the Passage of Sound 2003 edition, plus amendments in 2004, stipulates single figure sound insulation ratings for both airborne radiated noise, at separating party floors and walls, and for impact noise at party floor level.

Anyone applying for planning permission after the change in 2003 should have built the property to the new standard thus improving the level of sound insulation for the occupant.

Many environmental health offices claim they have not noticed a dramatic reduction in noise complaints in properties built since 2003. This shows there is still room for improvement within the recommended level of sound insulation.

Sound Service (Oxford) is approaching their 40 year anniversary and has been a key provider of soundproofing & sound absorbers to the whole of the UK. They provide a wide range of solutions to comply with and exceed Part E. Unlike many companies their systems are tested in a real environment and are not just lab tested.

“Based on our Customers requirements we have recently expanded our range of products to include Acoustic Wall Vents, Acoustic Door Sealing kits and Acoustic Fire Hoods for use with down-lighters. All these products work towards maintaining Part E on the relevant structure.” Describes the company’s development manager, Tom Sykes.

If you are planning a new build or conversion and would like to discuss how to exceed Part E then Sound Service should be your first port of call.

Sound Service offer free impartial technical advice without pressure selling and regularly works along Architects and Specifiers.

To view the full range of items please visit www.soundservice.co.uk or call the sales team on 0845 363 7131.

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20 % of the UK population are annoyed by noisy neighbours - Are you one of these?

Around one in five people hear noise from their neighbours and almost half of those are annoyed by it. Six out of ten people who are annoyed by the noise do not complain to their neighbours. *

Why suffer when you can have silence?

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd provides soundproofing insulation for all types of noise problems including D.I.Y solutions to reduce neighbourhood noise.

Their range of products have been sold in the UK for nearly 40 years and to date the company has taken over 100,000 orders.

“New build houses are generally built to a higher noise reducing specification since the updated changes in the Part E Building regulations in 2003. People who undertake building conversions on older houses or for their own domestic reasons can really benefit from our simple to install systems” explains Stephen Young, Technical Director.

With a diverse range of products for floors, walls and ceilings Sound Service is a company built on solid foundations with a proven history of successful product delivery.

A recent expanded product range and new bespoke website, including a unique, innovative product finding programme called “Sound Wizard” has confirmed Sound Service (Oxford) as one of the UK’s key suppliers of sound insulation.

To see the companies full range of products please visit www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131.

* Survey carried out my Mori in 2006

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Innovative Wizard works for Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd

Innovative Wizard works for Soundproofing Company

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd is pleased to announce their new innovative Sound Wizard product finder.

Advising on the correct products to insulate your home against noise has always been a complicated process. Many companies spend hours on the phone advising customers as to the right products to use. At Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd they never shy away from speaking to potential customers but have designed, what they believe to be, the first interactive soundproofing advice software in the UK.

“Before developing the Sound Wizard we found that many customers needed advice outside of office hours and that we were inundated with technical emails the following morning” describes Steve Backhouse from the technical team.

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd have been working with Architects, contractors and the general public supplying sound insulation and sound absorbing products since 1969 and has recently undergone a major re brand and new website design.

“Working with our experienced web team we have produced the interactive Sound Wizard which allows customers to obtain detailed technical advice 24 hours a day without the need to call or email us.

While this service does not replace a human it does allow us to effectively expand a complicated process of questions into a simple and easy to use programme” explains Tom Sykes, Development Manager.

The Sound Wizard is available for all to use and can be found at the top of every web page at www.soundservice.co.uk

Customers will now be able to “product select” quickly and easily online.

For more information on Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd please call 0845 363 7131 or visit www.soundservice.co.uk

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Soundproofing Products to Shout About

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd is pleased to announce the release of their new product line.

The information below outlines the new items and their main benefits.

Acoustic Quilt

Our Acoustic Quilt consists of a laminate of 25mm Acoustic Fibreglass, 2Kg acoustic membrane and 25mm Acoustic Fibreglass.

The Acoustic Quilt performs approx 4 times better than Acoustic Grade Mineral Wool as it has a barrier layer sandwiched in the middle which blocks airborne sound better than lead.

The Acoustic Quilt exceeds the new Document E Resistance to the Passage of Sound' making it an attractive product for soundproofing modern building techniques.

Acoustic Quilt can up rate a typical 12.5mm partition by up to 16dB!
Acoustic Quilt can up rate a typical floor section by up to 13dB!

Environmental Information.

The quilting used in this product is a glass mineral wool product, manufactured from silica sand, the Earth's most abundant naturally occurring mineral. Glass mineral wool is one of the most environmentally friendly insulation materials. Inorganic and completely inert, over 70% of the raw material used in production are recycled. This process does not include the use of CFC's, HCFC's or other environmentally damaging gases.

To see all Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd’s products please view their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131

Acoustic Membrane

Acoustic Membrane, an innovative material utilises nano vacuum technology, synthetic rubber and special fillers producing a revolutionary sound reducing acoustic membrane.

The Acoustic Membrane is only 1.2mm thick and provides minimum loss of room space for maximum noise reduction.

This award winning product is only 2Kg/ m² and it’s easy to handle and carry. Work on soundproofing a ceiling can now be carried out by a single person as the roll is simple to work with making for a quick, easy, home improvement product.

The Acoustic Membrane easily folds and bends round corners and edges to protect against flanking sound.

Not only is this soundproofing membrane versatile it boasts a very high Performance noise reduction of (22dB Rw) for minimal thickness and is well in excess of Part E of the Building Sound Regulations when used in conjunction with other materials.

The Acoustic Membrane Complies with BSEN ISO 140.

To see all Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd’s products please view their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131

Acoustic Fire Hoods

Down lighters in ceilings are widely used in commercial buildings. Each ceiling is subject to fire regulations and where applicable the ceiling construction needs to be fire rated.

However, once a hole has been made in the ceiling for a down lighter, the integrity of the construction and its ability to perform in a fire can be reduced significantly. To combat this we have introduced an Acoustic Fire Hoods to maximum protection for holes
created by the introduction of a down lighter and to allow for maximum ease of fitting.
In a fire situation the Acoustic Fire Hoods cover expands internally to fill all the available space with a highly insulating fire resistant char. Thus, the fire is unable to penetrate the hole and the cover is able to give additional insulation protection to the ceiling void to reduce the chance of heat build up and ignition of flammable materials such as accumulated dust and insulation. These Acoustic Fire Hoods are available in many sizes to suit the cut out space.
To see all Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd’s products please view their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131

Acoustic Laminate Underlay

Our Acoustic Laminate Underlay is designed specifically to reduce the impact noise (walking/footfall) creating when walking on a laminate, engineered wood and solid timber floors. When you walk on these surfaces a large amount of impact as well as airborne
noise is created (due to the hard surface) this can often be a nuisance to the people living below.
The Acoustic Laminate Underlay is made up of a 4.2mm layer of high density resilient rubber sponge with a foil faced moisture barrier laminated to one side. It can be easily cut with a knife or scissors and if used in conjunction with our soundproofing mats it will provide both impact AND airborne noise reduction through the floor with minimal height rise.

Acoustic Performance

Weighted Impact Sound Improvement Index (Delta Lw) 27dB!!

This is a substantial improvement in impact noise transfer over not having an acoustic underlay and if soundproofing mats are used in conjunction in addition, this figure will be even higher.

Sone wood/laminate flooring test Drum sound emission (Overall loudness)

Typical 2.5mm PE Foam=77 Sone - this product tested at only 53 Sone!! (Sone is a Drum Sound test and SONE is a measurement of perceived loudness, scaled for human auditory sensitivities. The result of this test is simply shown as a SONE rating.)

To see all Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd’s products please view their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131

Acoustic Door Seal Kits

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd sells a range of simple to install door kits.

Acoustic Seal Kit 1 – Single Door

This seal kit is designed to up-rate a fire door using a range of non rebated seals that are fitted around the head, jam and threshold of the door. A soundproofing mat is then adhered to the door and the client then wood panels over it. The seal kit should up rate the door to approx 35 db.

To see all Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd’s products please view their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131

Existing Products

Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd have been supplying a range of soundproofing products for floors, soundproofing for walls, and soundproofing for ceilings since 1969.

In 1986 they formed a strong partnership and sole UK distribution deal with Isolgomma Insulation based in Italy. This range of products is very popular and many meet the new Part E building requirements. These products are also referred to, in the UK, as Acousticel.

Their two most popular products are,

Acousticel R-10

A recycled rubber sound proofing for floors engineered to reduce impact noise through a timber separated floor and specifically designed to help bring a timber suspended floor into Part E compliance for separating floors between new flats.
Independently tested, this acoustic insulation is the popular choice for all flat conversions and complies with the latest Building Regulation requirements.

This unique resilient mat is also ideal for soundproofing a floor in existing flats, homes and a wide variety of other domestic uses and should be used to create an independent floating floor to reduce impact and airborne noise nuisance.

Acousticel M-20

Wall Soundproofing M20AD is designed to absorb and reduce the amount of airborne noise which penetrates poorly insulated party walls. Easy to fit, this 20mm thick insulation is simply glued to the existing wall with two layers of 12.5mm plasterboard bonded on top and is an easy solution if you are disturbed by noise from your neighbours.

It is ideal for insulating walls separating stairs and hallways where space is at a premium. Particularly useful for meeting Part E building regulations for airborne noise control through a wall.

A soundproofed wall using M-20 has a sound insulation value of 48dB DnT,W+Ctr which is approx. an 87% reduction in sound transmission and complies with the requirements of the latest Approved Document E Building Regulations. It is therefore, ideal for insulating walls separating stairs and hallways where space is at a premium.

To see all Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd’s products please view their website www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131

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Sustainable Soundproofing To Shout About

We’re all becoming more environmentally aware with eco-friendly versions of everything from light bulbs to wall paint. But, when it comes to the very fabric of your home, it’s often too late and too expensive to opt for green building materials, right? Wrong says soundproofing and sound absorption specialists, Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd.

With hundreds of soundproofing solutions available in the current market place for commercial and domestic use, Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd manufacture from sustainable materials such as recycled rubber where possible.

“Very often, homeowners and tenants want to do their bit for the environment but can’t find a way that fits in with their budget and domestic requirements,” said Tom Sykes, Development Manager. “Even in new builds, it’s hard to incorporate eco-friendly materials into things such as walls and floors. 50 % of our soundproofing products are made from recycled or sustainable materials making practical home improvement more socially responsible.”

According to World Health statistics, half of the UK population is currently being exposed to more than the recommend levels of noise pollution, making soundproofing materials an excellent starting point for those wanting to go green in their home.

Noise pollution doesn’t just come from noisy industrial equipment, airplanes and trains but from everyday activities such as loud music, shouting, home improvements and cars. Soundproofing products can stop this noise seeping out into the surrounding environment, reducing noise pollution levels.

Even noisy neighbours can be given the green treatment with a recycled rubber Acousticel wall panel. Designed to upgrade the sound insulation properties of party walls in the home and all types of domestic properties, the rubber mats are an environmentally friendly way to insulate a noisy neighbour with a minimum loss of room space.

In addition to sourcing suppliers committed to a more sustainable manufacturing process, Sound Service (Oxford) Ltd are implementing a green office policy, making more use of recycled products.

To find out how to enjoy an environmentally effective sense of peace and quiet, log on to www.soundservice.co.uk or call 0845 363 7131.

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Sound Service are today installing Echosorption Plus ceiling tiles and Wallsorption into Wimbledon Chase Primary School to help them conform to the BB93 regulations.

The install team will be covering the ceilings of many classrooms and and some of the walls to help absorb the sound generated by the children. "Many classrooms have poor acoustics. Adults will guess at missing words, children find it much harder to fill in the gaps and their educational development can suffer." outlines Stephen Young, Technical Manager for the company.

The end result will mean the children can hear the teacher more clearly and they are able to concentrate harder on their work.

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10/08/07

Quieter Webcasting for Oxford University

Sound Service were approached by the E - Research Department of Oxford University and asked if they would install a suitable product to reduce the echo in their hi-tech webcasting suit. After sending a technical adviser to the site it was decided that the rear wall would need to be covered in Wallsorption to absorb as much sound as possible. The installation is taking place today.

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1/08/07

New website Launch

After months in development, Sound Service launch their new website dedicated to the construction and architectural industries.

“We have looked at our market very closely and made sure that our new site offers everything that a builder or architect will need when sourcing a quality soundproofing supplier” describes Stephen Young, the company’s Manager.

Working closely with Geoff Terrell of Trell Design the company has ensured that the site is viewable on most web browsers and is W3C compatible.

Sound Service is also working on a new website designed for the general public which will follow later in the year.

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5/07/07

Sound Service become official sponsor for local football team

Sound Service is proud to renew its sponsorship with Cassington FC. The company is now the sole sponsor for the team until July 2009 and will feature on their website and football shirts. Marketing Manager Tom Sykes commented;

“We endeavour to support local trade and industry where we can. We are pleased to say we have extended our sponsorship with Cassington FC for another 2 years”

The team are currently second in theWitney & District Football Association Division One table. You can view their website HERE

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2/06/07

Sound Service appoint new Business Development and Marketing Manager

Sound Service are pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Sykes as their new Business Development and Marketing Manager. Tom comes from a broad and extensive development background and has over 4 years specialising in the noise reduction industry.

Since joining the company Tom has overseen the re-branding and construction of the companies new website and phone system.

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