Resilient Channels, sometimes abbreviated as RC or Z Channel, are some of the most common components installed on projects requiring additional soundproofing (higher STC ratings). While they provide a significant improvement in decoupling the structure-borne noise in walls, they should not be seen as a panacea for all noise issues. Over the past 20 years, […]
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At Commercial Acoustics, we approach every new absorption project with the same mindset – determine how much absorption is needed, then provide it in a cost-effective and timely manner. There are a few characteristics that typically demand some type of acoustic treatments – high vaulted ceilings, smooth walls, and no plush materials such as carpets […]
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Below you will find a list of commonly-accepted Absorption Coefficients that we use to measure how “absorptive” each surface is when calculating reverberation time. Absorption coefficients are an average of how absorptive each product is at numerous frequencies, often-times specifically at 500 Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz. Generally speaking, soft, porous materials will be […]
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Office drop ceilings are extremely common in the workplace. From large call centers to modern design firms, the majority of workspaces have built-in acoustical ceilings, or drop ceilings, which oftentimes lead to acoustical noise issues. If you’ve ever worked in this type of environment, you understand how easy it is to become distracted by the […]
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Similar to wall soundproofing the sound traveling through floors is dependent on structure-borne and airborne noise. These two transmission mechanisms should be addressed in tandem to ensure that the maximum amount of noise transfer is attenuated. Unlike walls, flooring is often-times a major contributor for structure-borne noise, due to the constant footfall or impact imparted […]
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The majority of offices have adopted the concept of cubicles, which are partially encircled workspaces that are separated from neighboring ones by partitions. Initially, their purpose was to isolate employees from sights and noises of an open workspace. Later, they started promoting interactions among employees. Even though the idea behind this architectural structure sounds great, […]
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Acoustic Absorption Meaning Acoustic Absorption is one of the primary principles of Sound Theory. As sound is created, it naturally propagates away from its source in a process known as diffusion. As the sound energy travels away in a hemispherical shape, it hits walls or obstructions along the way. As this occurs, the sound is […]
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Soundproofing interior walls is a common theme when looking to isolate noisy areas from those requiring more concentration or complete silence. While no wall assembly will ever be completely “soundproof”, you can attain very high levels of sound-blocking, measured in values of STC (Sound Transmission Classification). Many condo associations and building codes require a minimum […]
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Commercial Acoustics provides expert office soundproofing and acoustic advice and products for a variety of businesses. Here’s a look at a Warehouse conversion project that is now office space for a number of real estate, title, and architecture firms. A growing trend in urban centers is to convert existing warehouse space into open office area. […]
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Commercial Acoustics provides expert soundproofing and acoustic advice and products for a variety of businesses. Here’s a look at an In-Home Studio that we helped design and build. For a step-by-step instruction on how to design and build your own home studio, read through our Home Music Studio tutorial. Home Music Studio – Project Gallery See […]