The door connecting the two is a bi-fold door, and there is a small hallway into the other room, but the door is closet to my room. I can hear all sorts of noises from the other room and really would like quiet, whats the cheapest way to do this?
2007-03-05 15:17:18 · 14 answers · asked by alexis0039 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I can't really fill the hallway, it'd be nice if we could still open & close the door. No one actually lives in that room, just a tv room, but still...
2007-03-05 15:27:42 · update #1
Buy about 200 cans of "Great Stuff" expanding spray foam and fill up the hallway.
2007-03-05 15:20:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the cheapest way is probably earplugs. You could also let the other room's occupants know their noise is bothering you and work out a compromise on noise levels and when silent time is. If the bifold door has slats or louvers in it, tack a thick material to the door so the slatted part becomes a solid panel. You did not mention if there was a door at the other end of the hallway. If so, fix that door the same as you did yours, If not, try hanging a thick curtain or blanket in the doorway at the other end of the hall. You may have to start saving your money to buy a solid door that fits snugly in the door opening if the cheaper options don't work.
2007-03-05 23:31:14 · answer #2 · answered by Katykins 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use a three prong approach:
- Block direct openings, make it almost airtight. Probably replace the door with a solid door and put seals around it.
- Place rugs, mats, curtains, foam, or carpeting to absorb noise. (Foam is most cost effective.)
- Use White noise: Either a fan or noise machine in the closet. See: http://www.white-noise.us/
A combination of all three is most effective.
2007-03-05 23:32:28 · answer #3 · answered by Skeptic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would just replace your bi-fold door. If that is not enough, then get some rug material and cover the back of the new door with it.
2007-03-05 23:40:42 · answer #4 · answered by Nort 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your hardware store and buy a sheet of Styrofoam. They come in 4ft by 8ft, and vary in thickness, 1in-6in. Cut it to fit inside of the door frame, and just shove it in place. It should hold tight enough on its own, that way you can remove it latter on.
2007-03-05 23:30:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stuff the closet with clothes and old newpapers. They work as good insulators and would block much of the noise.
2007-03-05 23:22:12 · answer #6 · answered by Subhasis G 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Great question.
Get a bed pad that is foam, and cut it to fit. That is by far the best cheap sound baffle.
Also hang interior drapes.
2007-03-05 23:25:48 · answer #7 · answered by Santa Barbara 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Moving blankets (the kind moving companies use) or very thick blankets.
Another helpful hint would be to use a fan, a waterfall, or soothing music.
2007-03-05 23:29:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thick piece of 2" Styrofoam cut to fit. Use contact or wall paper on it to make it look nice.
2007-03-05 23:21:28 · answer #9 · answered by Johnny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of noises? (Just snooping). Well yes you can soundproof your room, and I don’t think it is expensive.
2007-03-05 23:23:39 · answer #10 · answered by FlowMaster 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋