Tips & DIY

I enjoy nature sounds as much as the next person. In fact, I love using sites that let you create custom sound profiles. I can …

How to Get Rid of Cricket Noise at Night (No More Chirping!) » Read More «

You wake up in the middle of the night jonesing for a midnight snack, only to hear a terrible sound when you turn the doorknob. …

How to Fix a Squeaky Door Handle: Easy Rust Removal Tips » Read More «

Is there anything worse than having your movie night spoiled by the persistent rattling of a fan? If you turn it off, you’ll suffocate — …

How to Make a Room Fan Quieter: Why Are Fans so Noisy at All? » Read More «

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: loud appliances will be the death of me! If you’ve been reading my articles for a …

Washing Machine Noise Reduction (6 Ways to Soundproof a Washer) » Read More «

In my ongoing battle against noise, I’ve tried out many different kinds of acoustic treatments. From furniture to foam panels, there’s a wide range of materials …

Best Types of Sound Diffusers: Should You Buy or DIY Them? » Read More «

A few weeks ago, one of my friends came to me with a problem — his phone charger was buzzing after the phone was fully …

Why Is Your Charger Making Noise? Find the Cause to Find the Fix » Read More «

In my line of work, I find that having words to describe different sounds is incredibly important. How could I tell you how to fix a …

Examples of Onomatopoeia (Words That Describe Sound) » Read More «

I have a lot of sliding doors and windows around the house. There’s just something about the flow of opening a sliding door that calms …

Best Lubricants for Sliding Doors and Windows That Are Squeaking » Read More «

Recently, one of my favorite pastimes has been exploring the laws surrounding noise regulation and the way they’re enforced. I’ve previously written about dealing with neighbors …

Can You Make an Anonymous Noise Complaint to the Police? » Read More «