Tips for Soundproofing for Your Apartment

Whether it’s rush-hour traffic or your neighbor’s dog, it can be a real struggle to adjust to a noisy environment. Want to soundproof your apartment without spending a fortune? We have some ideas we think you might like.

 

One way to reduce sound is to reinvent the fabrics in your home. Rugs, especially shaggy ones, are great for absorbing sound. Even if you have wall-to-wall carpet, layering a variety of different textured rugs is great for adding color and cancelling unwanted noise. Don’t forget about the curtains! Soundproof curtains will not only help you to reduce noise pollution, but it can also help you get a great night’s sleep! Soundproof curtains use a special coating to block noise and light. Whatever your budget, there are a variety of textures and styles to choose from.

 

For those of you looking to soundproof, even more, head to your local hardware store and you’ll find no damage weather stripping foam tape which is perfect for the tops and sides of door frames. “Door Sweeps” also work well at the bottom of the door and will reduce the amount noise coming in. You’ll be surprised at how much this inexpensive solution reduces that outside noise.