Soundproofing Second Floor
Soundproofing Second Floor
Soundproofing Your Basement
The basement may not exactly be where you spend most of your time at home. There are usually a lot of appliances down there though and a lot of people wish to finish their basements to provide another cozy room in their home to relax in or in which they can entertain guests when they visit. Either way, it’s always a good idea to soundproof your basement not only to control the amount of sound from appliances and such that travels upstairs but also to prevent the noises from upstairs from disturbing you when you’re in the basement.
If you’re lucky enough to be building a new home, you probably have an influence or say on the structure or foundation of the home. Make sure that the basement isn’t built with any two doors being directly across from each other. This is like an invitation for sound to pass through freely, and you’ll hear it throughout your entire home.
Most of us aren’t building our houses from the ground up though, so we have to come up with other methods of soundproofing our basements. One of the main complaints most homeowners have when in their basements is the squeaky floors in the rooms above. The older the house, the squeakier the floors seem to be and it can be very noisy if you’re spending time in the basement. A second layer of drywall can easily be added to the ceiling in the basement with a little Green Glue, which also has great acoustical and sound absorbing properties. In some cases you might have to tear out the existing drywall and start from scratch and if this is the case, make sure you add a second layer of drywall to optimize noise reduction. You can also use gasket tape on the joists under the existing drywall to help stop any movement, which is what’s causing the noise.
Another crucial aspect to consider in basement soundproofing is the windows in the basement. There probably aren’t a lot of windows since you’re underground, but most basements have a few near the ceiling, or at ground level. Window frames are very important in basements because if they’re not made out of something sturdy like wood or vinyl then noise can very easily pass through. It’s also a good idea to use acoustical caulk to seal any cracks and around the windows to block more sound. Double paned or soundproof glass is also great of course, if you can afford it.
Your basement may not be the most important room in your home but you will be grateful that you’re not hearing the constant buzz and chatter from your basement appliances, and also that it can be a quiet sanctuary if you soundproof it.
About the Author
Green Glue is one of the most popular soundproofing materials on the market today. Pick up a couple of Green Glue tubes and give it a try. You won’t be disapponted.
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