If you’re keen on finding some soundproofing materials that actually work, you’re not the only one. Silence is golden for so many of us: DIYers who use loud tools, night-shift workers who must reduce ...

Not all drywall is created equal when it comes to soundproofing. Standard drywall works for basic construction, but specialized options like soundproof drywall sheets can significantly reduce noise ...

Fungus already shows promise as a "green" form of leather and protective packaging. Thanks to new research, it has now also found use in an environmentally-friendly sound-absorbing material. Acoustic ...

If you’re a voice actor who's building your own recording studio, soundproofing is essential to achieving clear, professional-grade work. Whether you are in need of budget-friendly studio ...

If you’ve seen an owl fly, you probably didn’t hear a thing. That’s because their skin and feathers dampen sound by absorbing high- and low-frequency flight noise. Inspired by this natural ...

Hush, hush: Michele Meo with a lightweight aerogel suspended in a honeycomb structure. (Courtesy: University of Bath) A new meringue-like material that is a strong absorber of sound over a broad range ...