I had neighbors a while back who did the whole Green Glue and double drywall thing. They were musicians—great folks—but their jam sessions sometimes went past midnight. It definitely helped soften the drums and bass, but vocals still snuck through occasionally. I'm curious, has anyone tried pairing insulation with something like heavy curtains or rugs? Wondering if layering different materials makes a noticeable difference or just adds unnecessary hassle...
"Wondering if layering different materials makes a noticeable difference or just adds unnecessary hassle..."
Layering definitely helps—heavy curtains or thick rugs can absorb some of those higher frequencies that insulation alone misses. Worth trying, especially if vocals are your main issue... every bit counts when you're chasing quiet nights.
Layering definitely makes sense, especially if you're dealing with voices or sharper sounds. Insulation alone can sometimes leave you wanting more, in my experience. I remember when I redid my bedroom wall to block out street noise—I thought insulation would be enough, but nope, still heard muffled conversations from outside. Tossed up some thick blackout curtains and added a plush rug, and it made a surprising difference.
"every bit counts when you're chasing quiet nights."
Exactly this. You might not get total silence, but each layer helps chip away at the noise. Sure, it can feel like extra hassle at first, but honestly, once it's done, you'll probably wonder why you didn't do it sooner. Plus, rugs and curtains are easy enough to swap out or rearrange if you change your mind later...
Totally agree with your experience on layering. I'm currently renovating my first place, and I initially thought insulation alone would solve my noisy neighbor issue—nope, still could hear their TV late at night. Ended up adding some fabric wall hangings and a thick area rug, and the difference was noticeable. It's not dead silent, but definitely quieter and more peaceful. Your approach makes sense, and it's reassuring to hear others have had similar results...guess patience and layers really are key.
"guess patience and layers really are key."
Couldn't agree more—it's definitely about layering. I've flipped a few places, and insulation alone rarely cuts it. Adding heavy curtains or even bookshelves filled with books can surprisingly dampen noise too...every bit helps, right?
