Windows are a code requirement in most areas. They allow for proper ventilation and natural lighting to fill a room. However, windows are one of the main ports where sounds come into our homes. For this reason, they should be one of the first things you should insulate if you want to create a quiet …
Running your air conditioning all day can get quite expensive during the summer. This can have you looking for a cheaper solution to tackle those hot summer days and you’re not alone. As much as 60% of households in the US supplement their current air conditioning with cheaper solutions like using a window fan. Window …
If you live in an apartment complex and your ceiling is someone else’s floor, then enjoying some quiet time can be impossible. In these cases, footsteps blaring televisions, loud conversations and any other type of ambient noise can disturb your living space. So how do you rectify this problem? Since you’re most likely a tenant …
Looking for a way to get your cardio workout in without leaving the comfort of your home? Treadmills are a great way to do so and they also allow you to work out at a time that is most convenient to you. They help you improve your heart’s health, lose weight and build muscle strength …
You’ll find that some vehicles come with a quiet performance muffler installed while others are aftermarket add-ons. There are many different types of mufflers and as the name suggests, they play an important role in the car’s exhaust system and help to lower engine noise. Some states in the US have strict rules with regards …
It’s normal for your toilet to make some sort of noise when you flush. However, oftentimes it may make sounds that you aren’t too familiar with like gurgling at the end of a flush. Toilet gurgles when flushed can be an indication of air getting out backward because of blockages or several other things. Sometimes …
Garbage disposals are a useful and indispensable tool in any modern kitchen. They ensure that food waste is shredded into small pieces that won’t clog your pipes. However, they can be quite noisy so it’s no surprise that consumers are now looking for the quietest models. A regular garbage disposal can operate as loud as …
Are you looking for an inexpensive way to stay cool during the hot and humid season? Fans seem to be the number one choice for many. However, some of these units are poorly designed which can lead to them being extremely loud. The constant buzzing, squeaking and constant hum can be annoying especially if you’re …
After owning a car for a while you will begin to notice that some sounds will start to get louder. One sound that seems to get louder over time is the sound of the engine. While it’s perfectly normal to think that there might be something wrong with the engine, oftentimes it may be because …
If you have a recording studio or home theater, then you know all about dealing with unwanted sounds. Hard surfaces in your studio or theater provide a surface for sound waves to reflect and bounce off of creating echoes and reverberations which can ruin the audio quality. Instead of renting out a professional studio or …