Klarinet Archive - Posting 000045.txt from 2009/01

From: Jacob Lindsay <jacobmakesnoise@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Soundproofing
Date: Sun, 04 Jan 2009 20:31:56 -0500

I'm moving into a new apartment soon and considering trying to somewhat soundproof the floor and ceiling of the room I will be practicing in in order to be as considerate as possible to my neighbors. Although I've successfully practiced in living spaces for years with no complaints from neighbors I'm always paranoid when moving into a new space.

So my question is, without getting into major construction (like redoing the flooring, or building rooms inside rooms) is there simple material I could lay down that would significantly reduce the sound between floors? The floors are hardwood, so any floor material would have to hide under a rug. (Also, does anyone know if a rug on its own will actually reduce the sound transfer through the floor?). Ceiling material would have to be aesthetically pleasing.

Thanks for the input!
Jacob

Jacob Lindsay
http://www.bayimproviser.com/jacoblindsay

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