Slide 1: The Comfort Zone: 7 Steps to Soundproof Your Home
THE COMFORT ZONE 7 STEPS TO SOUNDPROOF YOUR HOME #ThisFutureRocks
Slide 2: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The home is the comfort zone for every family – the place where you can rest, relax and recuperate. Maintaining a comfortable environment inside the home is not just good for the occupants’ wellbeing, it is necessary for their long-term health. An area that is often overlooked is noise
Slide 3: What Is Noise, and How Does It Impact People?
WHAT IS NOISE, AND HOW DOES IT IMPACT PEOPLE? People are always listening. A loud sound can rouse someone from a deep sleep and distract another in the middle of a conversation. A mother’s voice lulls a baby to sleep, and classical music can let a teenager concentrate on complex maths. Sound has an
Slide 4: Health Impacts of Unwanted Noise
HEALTH IMPACTS OF UNWANTED NOISE THE WORLD HEALTH O R G A N I Z AT I O N RECOMMENDS NOISE LEVELS DO NOT EXCEED 40 dB Multiple studies have shown the negative effects noise can have on human populations. Occupational safety regulations set safe dB limits in workplaces to prevent permanent hearing-rel
Slide 5: How Noise Affects People Differently
HOW NOISE AFFECTS PEOPLE DIFFERENTLY HOW MANY OF US CAN SAY WE HAVE EXPERIENCED TRUE SILENCE? Adults and children experience noise differently. The human ear is a Modern life is so full of noise pollution complex organ that can distinguish millions of different sensations while that it can feel like
Slide 6: How to Improve the Acoustics in a Home
HOW TO IMPROVE THE ACOUSTICS IN A HOME Improving the acoustic environment in homes starts with planning. If the home is in a quiet neighbourhood, some simple solutions can help. If the residence is located close to sources of noise like busy streets, trains, or airports, more effort will be required
Slide 7: 7 Steps to Soundproofing a Home or Residence
7 STEPS TO SOUNDPROOFING A HOME OR RESIDENCE Reducing noise pollution in the home should start with understanding the extent of the problem. Different times of day may have varying levels of noise. Start by taking measurements using a reputable dB meter or app that can help identify where the gaps i
Slide 8: 7 Steps to Soundproofing a Home or Residence
7 STEPS TO SOUNDPROOFING A HOME OR RESIDENCE 5. 6. 7. PLUG GAPS IN WINDOWS CHOOSE SOUND-ABSORBING USE NATURAL BARRIERS AND DOORS FURNISHINGS LIKE PLANTS Anywhere air moves, sound will follow. Thick carpets and curtains can help reduce Some indoor plants make excellent sound If there are gaps in the
Slide 9: Conclusion
7 STEPS TO SOUNDPROOFING A HOME OR RESIDENCE Conclusion Noise pollution is an emerging health crisis for people living in urban centres, where people spend almost 90 percent of their time indoors. When refurbishing existing homes or apartments, it is essential that owners optimise these environments
Slide 10: Noise at Home – The Case Studies
NOISE AT HOME – THE CASE STUDIES FLATS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSE DUO RESIDENCES – OPHIR-ROCHOR, SINGAPORE ROCKZERO SYSTEM – GLOSTRUP, DENMARK CHALLENGE: The architects overseeing a premium twin-tower development needed CHALLENGE: A Danish family wanted to build a new home that could provide them to ensure