Unless you live in the countryside with your closest
neighbors more than a mile, you could have
nights where you don’t sleep the greatest because of all of
the sounds outside. Whether it is from
dogs barking or street noise, there are a variety
of ways to lessen the sound and get a restful
night of sleep.
If you are not looking in to replacement
windows,
curtains that muffle
sound may be a cheaper route. The best curtains
can help drown out noise on a budget. With a
host of ways to do it yourself,
you can sleep well and save money at the same time. A
lot of stores also sell curtains that help block out light
and dim the noises around you. You’ll appreciate this in loud cities on nights where you are home after a long night or trying to unwind.
Replacement windows can also be a good choice.
You might see great
results that won’t require you to use headphones or ear plugs to get some rest every night. Double or triple-paned windows with
sound control glass* are good options for noise control,
with the added positive outcome of energy
efficiency. If your windows aren’t
double-paned, it is highly suggested to think about
replacement windows. If replacement windows aren’t in your budget, start with a
checkup on the caulk around your windows. Window
maintenance can help decrease outdoor
noises too.
It is also common where the outdoors
may not be your issue; a lot of
apartment buildings have bare, thin walls. If the bothersome sound is coming
from inside of your building or home, taking action to decrease
the sound coming through the wall can be an aesthetically appealing fix
on a budget. Just like curtains, there are ways to see
results on a budget with many DIY choices. Whether
you want a pop of color or a simple backdrop, the
sound reducing addition can act as a design
element as well. Get creative and add a piece of your lifestyle
into blocking sound. If you love reading, build a large book
case and decrease sound by using your collection of
novels.
For more pointers on how to handle
unwanted noise, contact Pella Windows and Doors at 781-239-1161, or come to our
Wellesley showroom to talk with our Pella professionals.
* Sound control glass has either dissimilar glass
thickness (e.g. 3mm/5mm glass) or has laminated glass.