How Do You Sound Proof A Room With Green Tech?
Although not a “toxic” threat as are many contaminants in our environment, noise pollution can contribute to daily stress, making it difficult to concentrate or enjoy our leisure time, and may even cause sleep disturbances. When addressing the issue of unwanted noise, we must put effort into deciding where most of the sound is coming from and focus on these areas first. It then becomes a simple matter of making energy-efficient, “green” choices, and selecting recycled and natural products from sustainable sources for our soundproofing projects. Invest in “blackout curtains” to block up to 40 percent of the noise entering a room, and reduce energy consumption by keeping heat inside in the winter and out during the summer. For best noise reduction, increase the width of the curtain to allow it to hang loosely in folds, and attach the sides of the curtain to window or doorway moldings with double-sided tape. Avoid PVC-lined curtains. Reduce street noise further by covering window panes an
