Overview

Is noise impacting your quality of life at home? Neighbour and traffic noise adversely affects many homeowners. The Noise Free Home introduces a proven four-step soundproofing method that will protect your home from unwanted noise. Used by soundproofing installers and backed up by acoustic testing, this method will help you restore the peace and quiet you have been longing for. When you’ve read this book, you will know how to: • Identify problem noise areas in your home that can be soundproofed • Avoid common mistakes when having soundproofing installed, saving you time and money • Reduce unwanted noise in your home once and for all • Create a calm home environment so you no longer feel you have to move

Full Product Details

Author:   Jim Prior
Publisher:   Rethink Press
Imprint:   Rethink Press
Dimensions:   Width: 14.00cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 21.60cm
Weight:   0.255kg
ISBN:  

9781781335116

ISBN 10:   1781335117
Pages:   200
Publication Date:   31 January 2021
Audience:   General/trade ,  Professional and scholarly ,  General ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction The four-step soundproofing method PART ONE You Deserve A Quiet Life 1 Is Your House Built To Make The Noise Worse? Noise What if this noise is caused by the construction? UK house construction – new-build problems Summary 2 Is Your House Making You Ill? How is the noise affecting you? Summary 3 Have You Tried Everything And Still Live With Unwanted Noise? Why do people soundproof their home? Common mistakes made by people with noise issues Summary PART TWO The Four-step Soundproofing Method For A Quiet Life 4 Step 1: Treat The Main Cause Of The Problem Missing bricks Separating wall in the loft Voids Use of the wrong materials ‘Dot and dab’ – a possible main cause of the noise What does this mean for you? Aerated blocks as a main cause of noise You might just have thin walls Summary 5 Step 2: Treat The Direct Noise Paths Walls Alcoves Fire back on the party wall Removing a chimney stack Windows and window walls Ceilings Floors Aircraft noise Summary 6 Step 3: Treat The Indirect Noise Paths Why most soundproofing attempts fail What are flanking areas and why are they important? Flanking areas that must be addressed Flanking noise Getting to the source of the noise Summary 7 Step 4: Treat The Fixtures And Fittings Plug sockets Downlighters and recessed ceiling lights Fire designs Coving Floors Radiators TV mounted on the wall Doors Kitchens and bathrooms Sound absorption Summary 8 Are You Ready To Benefit From Soundproofing? How is this possible? Applying the four-step soundproofing method to Jane and Rob’s home Some home truths you will not find online! Your own privacy Your health improves You feel settled in your home What is it like not hearing road noise anymore? Why is the expected level of noise not on the survey? What Should You Do Next? Additional Case Studies Soundproofing a semi-detached house Don’t just treat the party wall Glossary Appendix

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Jim Prior is the founder of Quietco, which specialises in soundproofing homes. For over 15 years, he has successfully installed sound insulation to hundreds of homes. He has featured in The Sunday Times and on BBC radio. Learn more at www.quietco.uk

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