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Acoustic Panels

admin — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:18:15 +0000

Were excited as we keep expanding and improving our “Acoustic Panels” category, the feedback from our customers keeps us going! First up we are expanding our line of the high quality Sonex Acoustic Panels. By expanding we mean adding more products, putting up more information, better pricing and quicker shipping. Sonex Panels has long been acclaimed as a leader in the acoustics industry and especially with their willtec non-flammable foam. Check out this line of acoustic panels and you’ll notice how extensive it is.

Sonex Valueline Panel

The 2 types of people

admin — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:00:49 +0000

Running an eCommerce site gives you some keen insight into human behavior. In general there are 2 easy types to classify. The selfish (the whole world owes me everything) and the nice people. E.g someone is searching are for information on how to soundproof their home. They come to my site read some eye opening articles that are written in a clear sensible fashion. They decide they would like to speak to someone so they call describe their project and glean some more great advice for their specific needs. 2 weeks later they decide they are ready to purchase some soundproofing material so here goes the cross roads. The nice people who think about other people take a quick look around just to make sure that they are being priced fairly and then go back to purchase from the company that helped them. They realize that the effort invested in writing the articles maintaining a nice website, the cost of the phone advise (wages and phone lines) is worth reciprocating and the way they pay back is by at least buying the material from the one who helped them. The selfish people could not care less that they spent hours on your site, called 5 times and took up from your precious time, if they can now find the same material for a dollar cheaper they’ll buy it elsewhere. Have no fear the nice people are not losing out the world is run from above and everyone gets paid back as to how they act.

Soundproofing Office Suites (Chat 3)

admin — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:27:17 +0000

Hi how can I help you?

2012-02-15 12:14:16

2012-02-15 12:16:01

Visitor: I am an architect in …… I have a client who is the owner of an office building for whom we do space planning and tenant improvement work. He is constantly getting complaints about noise transmission between adjacent offices. He has tried numerous sound-proofing techniques with little success. Can you offer any suggestions?

2012-02-15 12:16:40

Abe: For a new construction project or for his existing building?

2012-02-15 12:16:58

Visitor: This is an existing building.

2012-02-15 12:17:20

Abe: Is it a problem between rooms or between floors?

2012-02-15 12:18:08

Visitor: Mostly beween rooms. There is a drop ceiling with a mechanical plenum above. The walls go to the underside of the drop ceiling.

2012-02-15 12:18:36

Abe: Do you know if there is insulation in the walls?

2012-02-15 12:19:42

Visitor: Not only have they put sound insulation in the walls, they have built double walls with airspace in between and sound insulation above the ceiling for 3′ on both sides of the walls.

2012-02-15 12:20:17

Visitor: They have also caulked all around the walls

2012-02-15 12:21:41

Abe: The problem is the sound jumping the top of the wall and coming through the ceiling. You have to continue the wall all the way up (to the roof) double drywall with Green Glue acoustic caulk on the top and sides.

2012-02-15 12:22:21

Abe: Green Glue damping compound between the 2 drywalls and acoustical caulk to seal

2012-02-15 12:24:11

Visitor: The space above the ceiling is a mechanical plenum and it will be very difficult to build a complete wall that does not have voids for existing mechanical ductwork, plumbing, wiring, etc. Any other suggestions?

2012-02-15 12:25:27

Abe: You can remove the drop ceiling and do a double drywall with GG ceiling (hung from the grid) I doubt that you’ll agree to do that

2012-02-15 12:26:19

Visitor: Does your company have any local reps who might be able to take a look at the situation and offer some specific suggestions?

2012-02-15 12:27:01

Abe: Not in…. sorry (for large jobs we do come down, like new hotel construction etc).

2012-02-15 12:28:05

Visitor: Any suggestions on who we could talk to?

2012-02-15 12:29:15

Abe: Not sure. I thought I was the right guy

2012-02-15 12:31:31

Visitor: A lot of the problem has to do with the expectations of the tenants which I am guessing are not achievable without significant expense. Are there suggested details on your website for all of your assemblies?

2012-02-15 12:34:50

Abe: Sure. Look on the left side under “Articles” there is a fly out menu there. Again I am almost positive that your problem is as I described it and the 2 options are either to build the wall up or do a proper ceiling. In this case the tenants may have a point. I have one more suggestion for you and that is to lay down the 1 pound Mass Loaded Vinyl on top of the drop ceiling providing that you can get continuous coverage acroos each room.

2012-02-15 12:39:31

Visitor: And that is to cover the entire ceiling of each room?

2012-02-15 12:39:39

Abe: Yes

2012-02-15 12:41:56

Visitor: I’ll check that out, thank you. I will direct the building owner to look at your website. Do any of the measures you are describing have quantifyable reductions in STC ratings that could be measured?

2012-02-15 12:45:21

Abe: Yes. Green Glue walls have tons of STC lab tests and the MLV I told you about has a STC of 27 however that is when it is free standing it is less when it is together with other materials and there is no real test data on that. We do sell a ton of MLV although it is only a 2nd choise

2012-02-15 12:48:15

Visitor: I’ll try to call you shortly. Thank you!

2012-02-15 12:48:27

Abe: YW

Soundproofing a Bathroom – Chat

admin — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:51:34 +0000

You: Hi How Can I Help You?

Guest: I am redoing a bathroom and would like to soundproof it. What is the best material available, taking the least amount of space?

You: Another layer of half inch drywall with Green Glue Damping Compound in between.

Guest: Can the MLV be used on the studs before drywall goes on?

You: Yes.

Guest: Would that be better than 2 layers of wallboard?

You: ABout the same when using the wallboard without GG. With GG the 2 wallboards are better.

Guest: Very good. Thank you very much.

You: Your Welcome

Soundproofing A Bedroom Wall – Chat

admin — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:59:15 +0000

Chatting with Guest

You: Hi how can I help you?

Guest: Hey there, I’m trying to soundproof a bedroom, specifically one wall which is adjacent to the neighbor’s bedroom

Guest: Basically they like to chat until the early hours of the morning and I’m trying to block the sound out, just wondering which is the way to go

You: Easiest and most effective would be to add another layer of drywall with Green Glue Damping compound. See this article http://www.tmsoundproofing.com/soundproofing-rooms-walls-ceilings.html If you have an open air space (e.g. attic) over the 2 apts. then you would need to treat your ceiling as well in the same way.

Guest: I guess I’m looking for a cheaper option, one that doesn’t involve reconstructing a wall etc

Guest: Or if not cheaper, at least simpler

You: Other than that you won’t get good results. You can try hanging a sheet of MLV on the wall but in the end the way I wrote to you is the right way.

Guest: ok thanks

Soundproofing Chat – Foreword

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 19:09:44 +0000

We have an interesting new idea. From Chats and emails with people looking for soundproofing advise we can build a great database of sound control FAQ’s and advise that will be useful for everyone out there. At TMsoundproofing were all about educating anyone who is interestedin proper sound control technique yet keeping our common sense intact. What I mean by that is similar to many new laws and legislation that are put into effect because they make sense when your sitting behind a comfortable mahogany desk in a plush carpeted room. However out in the real world it just is unrealistic and a huge burden to people. Same goes for many “scientific sound companies”. Giving you lab results and all kinds of advise of keeping a space between every wall, floor and ceiling, Ripping down walls to change insulation etc. We have been and still are out in the field. We know about construction, messes and extra expenses. Our advise takes it all into account. Start reading and I am sure you’ll agree.

New Soundproofing FAQ Article

admin — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 19:34:12 +0000

We have just put up a new article about sound control called Soundproofing FAQ’s. Just a quick run down on soundproofing basics with some important links. It’s a great place for anyone interested in actual soundproofing to start. Happy Reading!

Belief in Humanity

admin — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 20:38:44 +0000

Today my belief in Humanity was somewhat restored. A customer who picked my brain a week ago for 20 minutes and stated “I will be back to buy the material from you as you were so helpful” actually called back today to place a large order of soundproofing materials.

Our society has become so used to demanding superior customer service that they many times forget basic human manners. They will send an email on how to soundproof this and that. I will spend time responding and sending attachments etc. many times they will not even respond with a basic Thank You. Is my time and knowledge not worth the decency of a Thank You? Or they will call a few times and sometimes take up lots of my busy time and then go shopping to see if they can find the product for a few dollars less.

That is why today’s (and many other great customers) order was so heartening to see that yes there may be some people who can only think about their own self and suck you for your knowledge and time and not feel the least bit need to reciprocate. However there are just as many if not more great people out there that are human beings and a human being is defined thus when he can raise himself above animalistic being which means thinking about another person!

Controlling the Sound

admin — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 19:58:48 +0000

What about the sound that’s in your room? Especially in your home theaters which grates on your ear because the sound seems to echo off the walls. The solution is Acoustic Panels. Acoustical Panels absorb sound waves and do not allow them to echo off your walls thus allowing you to hear the true sounds with any echoes claps etc. TMS is happy to start providing you with our top of the line Sonex Acoustical Panels which are world known for their quality and performance. Additionally Sonex panels can be purchased in non-flammable willtec foam to insure your peace of mind.

Door Gasketing Galore

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:33:51 +0000

We have been quiet for a while on our blog as we have been working hard to bring you the latest in our door soundproofing hardware. We are happy to provide with what we feel is a full array of different door soundproof gasketing which feed all your needs and budgets. Sealing sound leaks around your door is critical in any soundproofing project all the more so when we are dealing with the weak links like doors. Browse around and let us know what you think.