When thinking about soundproofing, it’s
important to clarify whether you’re trying to block noise or sound such as, from
your neighbor’s sound system from coming into your room or home, or whether
you’re trying to improve the quality of sound or reduce the noise within a
space, such as a recording studio or home theater. Soundproof insulation is a
special type of insulation product, designed to be an acoustic barrier. The
insulation barrier absorbs sound and can greatly reduce noise leakage from one
room to another. Mineral wool and fiberglass soundproofing insulation can be
purchased in packages of multiple panels. A good sound proof insulation is
manufactured with good tolerances, and fits snugly in between wall studs and
ceiling joists. This will fit into the cavities with a friction press fit,
ensuring there is no air gap for sound to leak into adjoining rooms. The
insulation panels are 2”-3” thick and are rigid enough to be easily cut to
shape around electrical outlets and studs. You can use a drywall saw to
precisely cut out the notches to make each panel fit into place. Wall and
ceilings can be finished off with standard or soundproof grade drywall, no
vapor barriers are required.
Noise is an undesirable condition in terms
of our convenience. In addition to the distress it causes, it also results in
negative impact on individuals in regard of psychological and physiological
aspects as well as performance. Noise may cause behavioral disorders, reduced
working performance, hearing impairment, tinnitus and certain psychological
disorders.
Grade I, 30-65 dB Noise
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Discomfort
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Disturbance
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Feeling Distress
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Anger
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Poor concentration
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Sleeping disorder
Grade II, 65-90 dBA Noise
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Physiological noise
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Changes in heartbeat
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Accelerated respiration
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Intracranial pressure drop
Grade III, 90-120 dBA Noise
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Physiological noise
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Headache
Grade IV, 120-140 dBA Noise
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Physiological noise
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Headache
Grade V, 140 dBA Noise
- Burst
eardrum
Typically, soundproof insulation covers the
measures to be taken in order to minimize the harmful effects of noise on the
humans. Noise is a collection of irregularly shaped undesirable sounds at
different elements of frequency, and usually varies depending on time. Noise is among the factors which are harmful
for human health and comfort particularly in the regions suffering from
unplanned urbanization. The disturbing sounds generated by a factory in the
neighborhood, the intensive noise audible in the settlements near an airport,
sounds of peddlers, traffic, speech and others are perceived by the human as
the different levels of noise and may be irritating. On certain occasions, low
noise level is among the most important requirements of a job. Low noise level
required in radio broadcasting and recording studios, creating silent and
peaceful environments for the patients at hospitals, and blocking external
noise at schools are the problems which require a solution at the building
construction stage. Fighting noise is imperative for a peaceful environment in
buildings.
Soundproofing Insulation is ideal for home
theater owners, broadcast recording studios, cafeterias, churches or anyone
wanting a space that feels warmer in the winter, cooler in the summer and
quieter all year round. Soundproof insulation is perfect for: Studios, home or commercial
theaters, Offices, equipment rooms, diners or restaurants and especially homes.
When choosing a sound proof insulation, take into account the material’s cost,
ease of use, suitability to your needs and also thermal properties.
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