by Jon Eakes
We rarely think about adding soundproofing
during renovation projects. But
small extras that improve the sound control
in a building make good sense and should
appeal to many customers. While total
soundproofing is too costly in a retrofit,
small steps can have a noticeable effect.
Good sound control begins with careful construction
practices.
Walls properly designed for sound control
often do not perform well simply
because of poor workmanship. Inversely,
ordinary walls can perform surprisingly well
with just a little attention to detail. Add a
few simple extras, and both quiet and noisy
rooms will be kept to themselves while your
reputation as a contractor will spread.
Flanking Paths
The major offenders in sound transmission
from one