Sound Control

The publications below provide a general introduction to controlling sound as well as technical documents showing how to construct a sound-deadening wall/floor system.

	North American Insulation Manufacturer’s Association produced a 10 page pamphlet introducing the homeowner to sound control. Includes information on STCs (Sound Transmission Classes) and ways to improve the sound control in one’s house.
	In the year 2000, the city of Chicago responded to complaints from residents about the airport traffic noise coming from O’Hare Airport. The city produced a 36-page manual so homeowners could protect themselves from the airport traffic noise.
	These diagrams illustrate three various levels for insulating floor systems.