Last Updated on September 5, 2024 by Surender Kumar
The average noise levels in cities can reach 60 decibels, which are loud enough to raise your heart rate leading to stress, loss of sleep, and concentration. However, if you live in the heart of the city, you can soundproof your door to protect your loved ones from noise pollution.
Soundproofing is a good solution, but it is effective only when done correctly. It is not a DIY task, and you should always hire/consult professionals for the job. Here are mistakes to avoid when soundproofing your door.
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Ignoring the Root of the Problem
The door is not the only source where the noise seeps into your house. The cracks and gaps in the wall also allow sound waves to enter your room.
The soundproofing of your door will not be effective if your house walls have cracks or crevices. Before starting the soundproofing work, you need to seal any cracks or gaps you can find in the walls and then begin the work.
Focusing on Glass
There are many misconceptions and misunderstandings in people’s minds about the noise problem. For example, many people think the thin glass window is the culprit that allows noise to enter your house, and installing an expensive double-pane glass is enough to stop the noise outside.
The truth is it is not the double-pane glass but the airtight seal that effectively blocks noise from entering your home. You can accomplish the same effect by installing soundproofing curtains that create an airtight seal around your windows and blocks street noise from entering your home.
In addition, soundproofing curtains are less expensive than glass, and you can use them to soundproof your room.
Adding More Mass
People think adding mass will prevent the noise from entering the room. Hence, they add extra layers of material over existing walls hoping it will stop noise from entering their home.
Unfortunately, this is not the right solution as sound waves can travel through solid surfaces, and by adding layers, you create more structure-borne noise.
Some people try placing heavy blankets over windows and doors, hoping it will block the noise. Unfortunately, no matter how the thick blanket is, it is porous and allows sound waves to pass through, so it will not prevent noise from entering your home.
Sound curtains work because they are lined up with mass-loaded vinyl that effectively seals doors and windows. Unfortunately, you cannot expect the same performance from your blankets.
Skipping the Research
There is no one-size fit solution for soundproofing. The soundproofing professionals analyze the room’s structure and the source of the noise before coming up with a soundproofing solution that will work in your home.
Research is vital before every project. The Web is a gold mine of information that can provide innovative ideas to soundproof your door.
You can also know about the failure and success stories of people who have tried soundproofing their doors. You can learn a lot from people’s experiences and determine the best way to help you achieve success.
There are plenty of blogs and products for soundproofing, and you should collect information about them before deciding the right product for you. Getting professional help is always a great idea as it will help you avoid costly mistakes.
To sum up, these are mistakes you should avoid while soundproofing your door.
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