Say Goodbye to Traffic Noise - Soundproofing

Tired of traffic noise ruining your peace at home? Discover effective and easy soundproofing solutions to stop traffic noise in its tracks! In this video, we reveal top tips and DIY methods to create a tranquil, noise-free living space. Whether you live near a busy road or in a noisy neighborhood, these expert strategies will help you achieve the quiet home you deserve. Say goodbye to unwanted noise and enjoy a peaceful environment today!
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[@JeffersonEagley]

You should do a whole video on outdoor features that can reduce unwanted road noise (and maybe aircraft noise). Would be useful in the ever-growing suburbs.

[@cesara7478]

Thanks! All these tips were very useful

[@soundproofguide]

Happy I could help! Thank you so much for the SuperThanks!! 😊

[@PaulinaCzekaj-l2r]

Thank you for making me aware that i need to think out of the box

[@cesara7478]

Manuel thanks for this review. I was thinking to upgrade from two vent to triple vent. All the tips are very useful

[@ReddoFreddo]

There is double pane glass now that holds a vacuum in between the two panes, apparently it's much better for sound absorption than even triple pane windows. From my limited physics knowledge, it should actually block pretty much all sound, since sound needs a medium to travel through. So your window would actually be more sound absorbent than your wall. Apparently it is also the best glass for insulation! The only disadvantage is that the window panes need to support each other with small pillars in between them, because the difference in air pressure between the atmosphere and the gap between the panes would otherwise break the glass, so those pillars are visible if you look for them, but for a bedroom, bathroom or office window this is ideal.

[@kabuto3907]

Despite their superior thermal insulation, their soundproofing performance just seems to be similar to regular double-glazed window in lower frequencies (relevant for traffic noise), no surprise to me since those spacers need to be pretty rigid to bear the huge load from atmospheric pressure so they also bridge the gap for sound waves.

[@powderedwaterpudding]

So many videos treat all double-pane windows the same. I would love it if you'd do a video on in difference between a cheap big box double pane window, and a high quality double or triple pane casement.

[@soundproofguide]

Great idea! Thanks

[@James-oj8kq]

I have double pane windows but you can hear everything as if there is no barrier

[@kamrankazempour4425]

Love these videos. I am building a small 11x16 free standing office right next to a highway. Construction is starting soon. I'm wanting it super super quiet and the highway is very loud and vibrates the walls. I'm willing to spend more to make sure it is so, can you recommend any videos where the budget is higher and its pre-construction.

[@TorTh94]

There was something I saw perhaps on Reddit where someone built two walls independent of each other, because in reality you have the outside vibrating from that noise pollution, having a wall inside independent of the outside one you could mitigate a large amount of the vibration coming from the outside.

[@selinachhay]

Any advice on sound dampening a rental that’s above a garage? Sound like I will need to seal the crap out of everything and maybe get the MLV to put under my rugs?

[@ThePhoenixRoseShow]

Oh my goodness thank you!

[@ycplum7062]

With regards to the heavy curtains, you can get a bit more attenuation if you space the curtain one-quarter wavelength of the sound frequency you are trying to block. For tire and engine noise (not horns), that works out to be about 5"-8". If you have extra frabric and you have folds, then the range is covered. With regards to the fence, the critical height is a fence that blocks line of sight through your most vulnerable surface, typically the top of the windows, to your noise source. Eight feet may or may not be the right height depending on the elevation of your windows and the ground elevation. You may need more height or can get away with less.

[@Artuyero]

do acoustic panels in a room help absorb traffic noise?

[@LouisW333]

A tall hedge is also an excellent noise barrier and it provides a home and food for wildlife

[@TheOriginalCoda]

Noisy wildlife? 😂

[@joemehnert7590]

bwahaha.. if a tall hedge worked for you.. Congrats .. you never had a problem.

[@loungelizard836]

Could you use old linoleum/vinyl flooring between walls as a substitute for mass-loaded vinyl? I can get as much of the stuff as I want from a flooring company nearby. Any downsides to doing this?

[@christosmichael7774]

I have double windows and I can see that a lot of noise comes from aluminum. What do you suggest ?

[@LagoS25r1]

I just bought 3 yoga mats for 5$ and cheap glue And saved on isolation over 700$

[@butternutyeeetsbanana.-.5389]

Did it work, and can you make a video on it I'm actually really curious..?

[@LagoS25r1]

@@butternutyeeetsbanana.-.5389 of course not! I'm just kidding That's the big problem in Australia that except to install plastic windows in houses with 2 or 3 glasses They Puting in every single dwelling 💩 with just one layer! Due to this a lot of problems with isolation in Australia....

[@Hayleighx0]

The insert is not listed? The indo window insert

[@soundproofguide]

I apologize for my oversight. You can only buy through their website.

[@ricks1611]

Be careful when blocking windows with a full piece of plexiglass like item if you have a bedroom on the first floor with only one door. Most building codes requires a window that opens wide enough to escape a fire that may block the door and trapping you inside.

[@jirist4196]

Hello, I am living in 5th floor and got european style windows. Do you think there is a way to reduce a little bit of noise coming through an OPEN window? The european windows can tilt in for ventilation. I was thinking about adding some sound absorbing strips around. But I'm afraid it would not work unless I build a proper sound labyrinth. Most annoying noise is coming from below (cars). What would you suggest please? (shut the window as the last possibility)

[@MsSjaakvaak]

the concept of a hush box (probably including an active fan) comes to my mind. I cannot think of another / cheaper solution

[@jirist4196]

@@MsSjaakvaak thank you for your opinion. I found a company made similar concept: Schueco OpenSilent

[@butternutyeeetsbanana.-.5389]

If you have a window plant box you can make a shrubbery that can block out any noise. It kinda works but not its not 100%

[@jirist4196]

@@butternutyeeetsbanana.-.5389 any acoustic attenuation measurements would be interesting 🤔

[@sangeetha.h4415]

Same problem sir

[@raffieb762]

I have tinnitus, I need the highway noise or I'll go crazy

[@sohailrahman735]

or just leave quiet place aliens on your neighbors and see the magic of silence after that, jokes apart very informative video.

[@mountains1233]

I don't buy it that curtains have any significant effect on very low-frequency traffic noise

[@soundproofguide]

Not a significant no, but the cheapest usually don’t work as well as the most expensive.

[@mylist3445]

Is there a much cheaper solution?

[@soundproofguide]

The cheapest really would be sound deadening curtains. Just make sure to Velcro them to the frame so there’s no gaps letting more noise in.

[@mybrilliantenigma]

👍👍

[@Mass-u7u]

I think it is dangerous to block the window

[@renorf]

OMG! You’re getting more attractive 😮 that face ❤

[@dflood75]

Yeah, he's freaking hot! 🥵🥵🥵

[@seaneckhart9914]

Gay

[@dflood75]

@@seaneckhart9914 happy pride, girl. 😘

[@demirunlusoy2795]

lots of bullshit info. where will yoi put that unuseful window blockers. and no solution mentined for who already have double glass window. waste of time.