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Hard surfaces reflect and amplify sounds, so naturally soft surfaces do the opposite. Hang thick blankets, tapestries, or quilts on your walls to easily and quickly make the room quieter. Any soft ...

Our homes should serve as a quiet, peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. But that’s becoming increasingly more difficult as the world gets busier and noisier ...

If you live in a city, it’s all too common to be surrounded by noise. It comes from things like honking cars and people partying or fighting on the streets below. If you live in an apartment building ...

Soundproofing is serious—but it doesn’t have to look that way! The budget-friendly SoundAssured acoustic foam panels are available in a host of colors, including blue, green, and purple. These ...

Dealing with noise complaints is just a fact of modern-day life -- especially if you share a wall with neighbors, have a colicky baby at home, or have weekly band practice sessions in your den. Or ...

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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Our lives are filled with noise; at work, at home and even outdoors. With all the loud noises that surround us each day, it is no wonder we can’t wait to escape it all. Noise ...

There are several reasons you might want to soundproof a room in your home. Perhaps you like being able to run a big sound system, or you perform music that might annoy your neighbors (or family) if ...