Sound Proofing A Room Makes For Good Neighbors

Sometimes loud music or barking dogs can take a toll on the neighborhood harmony. With a little bit of effort and ingenuity, sound proofing a room or an entire has can be done with ease.

If traffic is the problem, think about putting furniture next to the wall where the noise is coming from. If the room that you want the peace and quiet in is a bedroom, dresser against the walls with pillows or blankets in between work well.

Closets that are on either side of a room can have heavy blankets tacked to the wall on either side to help absorb the noise. Don't forget to close the door to the closets.








Windows can be covered with heavy curtains with a blanket tacked to the wall if needed. This will cut down on the light into the room and it will be a tradeoff between the noise and the light.

Foam sound insulation can be used to also help absorb the noise. Many home improvement stores like The Home Depot, Lowe's and Ace True Value Hardware Store have this available. Ask a clerk for help and tell them about your specific needs.

If you need to get some noise absorbent material and you don't have a lot of money, try Goodwill for cheap blankets and pillows you can use to stuff between walls and furniture.

Padded headboards filled with batted material help to cut down on the noise. As you go around the room, you can adjust the amount of sound insulation as needed. Everyone is a little different about the tolerance they have for noise. Sometimes, what blocks noise for most people, just won't be enough for others.

Don't forget earplugs are always and option. You can get these at most pharmacies and some farm stores.