Did you know that moth wings have excellent sound-absorption qualities? And it seems like they will now be used to further improve today's soundproofing technology. A moth is pictured in Jardin, ...

In an acoustically-harsh room your $1500 speakers can sound no better than the $50 speakers inside your TV. Sound Absorption panels reduce reverberation and eliminate sound reflections and echoes that ...

Not all drywall is created equal when it comes to soundproofing. Standard drywall works for basic construction, but specialized options like soundproof drywall sheets can significantly reduce noise ...

If you live in a noisy urban area, you're gonna love the sound of this. Researchers in Switzerland have developed a material that can dampen street noise while being four times thinner than ...

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Acoustical comfort is a critical element of interior design that should never be neglected, especially in shared spaces such as restaurants, convention centers, museums, sports halls, and many others.

Noise barriers made from trees and other plants can provide a respite from unwanted noise pollution. When strategically placed by a roadway, in a backyard, or in a park, trees help reduce pesky noises ...

Finding a quiet place to work or relax doesn’t have to mean going to a spa or installing heavy-duty insulation. Thanks to a new material, simply closing the curtains could do the trick. These new ...

"Acoustics" in architecture means improving sound in environments. Although it is a complex science, understanding the basics - and making efficient and effective decisions - is much easier than you ...

Many asymmetric absorbers are currently based on a single-port system, where sound enters one side and is absorbed before a rigid wall. In this design, however, light and air are unable to pass ...