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Noise Pollution Creates Stress Anxiety and Health ConcernsDIY Soundproofing...

May 1 2005 American Micro Industries Inc wwwsoundprooffoamcom has announced a complete line of home soundproofing products designed specifically for the DIY homeowner Noise pollution has become a problem not only in urban areas but suburban and rural as well Homes that once backed up to woods and cornfields now have highways almost in the backyard
In urban settings the sounds of automobiles tractor trailers construction airplanes trains voices and cell phones are creating levels of noise that are not only distracting and annoying but a health concern as well
Recent studies show that prolonged exposure to noise actually results in adverse health effects ranging from sleep disturbances increased blood pressure decreased learning ability elevated stress hormones and loss of productivity Some individuals complain of increased heartbeat digestive cramps breaking out in a cold sweat or uncontrollable trembling or shivering Clearly the levels of noise to which many people are exposed every day is not only unwanted but actually a serious problem
The average homeowner or condo resident can't do much about the noise in public spaces but at the end of the day inside their own home there are ways to block unwanted outside noise and create an environment of calm and quiet within
Mike Crabtree Acoustic Sales Consultant with AMI notes the increase in inquiries from DIY homeowners We believe we have developed the right combination of materials and installation methods to allow the average DIY enthusiast to tackle most soundproofing projects he comments Our recent introduction of QUIETWRAP designed to quiet noisy pipes has been particularly successful
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A few facts about sound are helpful in understanding how to block or absorb unwanted noise
- Sound travels in the form of waves
- Sound waves can be reflected by some surfaces causing echo or reverberation Hard smooth surfaces such as bare walls reflect the most sound waves
- Sound waves can be partially absorbed by some substances Carpet partially absorbs the sound of footfall people walking and more sound waves are absorbed in a room with furniture carpet and drapes Porous materials with small air cells absorb are good sound absorbers However some sound waves travel on through the porous materials
- Sound waves can be blocked by some substances Traditionally lead was the most effective soundblocking substance available because of its extreme density Recently leadfree barrier products have been developed that are more dense and more effective than lead at blocking sound
- Acoustic Vinyl Barrier Products block sound waves Acoustic vinyl barrier material is composed of sheet vinyl impregnated or fortified with a heavy substance so that it is actually more dense than a sheet of lead and excellent at blocking sound
Two acoustic vinyl barrier products now available from American Micro Industries Inc are Quietbarrier and Econobarrier So dense that they actually block sound waves Quietbarrier and Econobarrier prevent sound from passing through a floor wall or ceiling to an adjacent area They keep the outside sounds out and the inside sounds in
If the loud airborne noise of traffic voices music or TV is the main problem Quietbarrier is the material of choice If the noise is not loud but still audible Econobarrier the lighterweight version may be sufficient Both products can be installed on existing walls or attached to the studs during new construction Because the barrier material is black vinyl resurfacing with sheetrock or paneling is needed to produce a finished wall surface Weight is a factor to be considered Quietbarrier weighs 64 lbs per 4 X 8 ft sheet and Econobarrier weighs 32 lbs so installation although not complicated is best accomplished by two people At AMI rigorous inhouse product testing directed by the staff has resulted in a simple stepbystep method for installing these barrier products and resurfacing the wall at the same time The steps are clearly shown at wwwacousticalsourcecomhowtosoundproofawallhtml How to Soundproof a Wall Installation Instructions
Although noise pollution is a growing problem a homeowner can now find relief by using sound blocking and sound absorbing products to make the home a peaceful refuge from the noise of the outside world
For additional DIY home soundproofing products available for walls floors ceilings pipes and windows call American Micro Industries Inc tollfree at 18005582058 Monday through Friday 800 AM to 600 PM or go to wwwsoundpooffoamcom You can also Email them
American Micro Industries Inc a privately held company founded by veteran Michael E Lehman in 1995 is located in Chambersburg PA AMI is a manufacturer and distributor of Americanmade acoustical and soundproofing products for DIY homeowners residential commercial marine and industrial applications
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Sally Smith
Phone 18005582058

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