Frequently Asked Questions

From the homepage, click on the Products & Materials button in the main heading. You will then be able to search for a product using a variety of categories, including manufacturer, product name, Acoustics.com rating, sustainability, finish and application. Once you’ve selected the desired product, you can view pictures of the installed material, read about its specific characteristics and the manufacturer and include the product in your plans, taking accurate specifications directly from the site. Don’t forget to check out our other sections for ideas on acoustic solutions and/or remedies, articles about health and safety, CEUs, information on codes and testing services and more!

Whether you are a student, professional, educator of just someone interested in learning more about acoustics, click on the Education button in the main heading from the homepage. In this section, you will find information on basic acoustic terminology, a link to CEUs and general tutorials and a technical bookstore. Don’t forget to check out our other sections for products and materials, ideas on acoustic solutions and/or remedies, articles about health and safety, information on codes and testing services and more!

From the homepage, click on the Project Design section from the main heading. Here, you will find a myriad of reasons to consider acoustics and a comprehensive list of project types, including worship centers, auditoriums, libraries, conference rooms, spas, healthcare facilities, home theaters, etc. Acoustics.com provides valuable information to help you design your project with optimal acoustic properties, including tips, recommendations and helpful reminders for each specific space. If, by remote chance, you are working on a project that isn’t listed, send us an email and we will provide you with the information and add the project type to our list. Don’t forget to check out our other sections for products and materials, ideas on acoustic remedies, articles about health and safety, information on codes and testing services and more!

Unfortunately, many design professionals are called to “fix” acoustic problems in existing spaces long after the construction is complete. Although it is always best to account for acoustics in the design phase, there are steps you can take to improve the situation. From the homepage, click on the Project Remedies button in the main heading. This section describes how to control noise from a variety of sources and includes case studies as well as general rules of thumb. You will also find specific questions to ask your client to ensure their satisfaction with the end result. Don’t forget to check out our other sections for products and materials, ideas on acoustic solutions, articles about health and safety, information on codes and testing services and more!

Acoustics encompasses much more than sound. Related health and safety issues include stress, high blood pressure, tinnitus, digestive problems, increased chance of accidents, even negative effects on fetal development. From the homepage, click on the Health & Safety button in the main heading. Here you will find articles on a variety of issues related to acoustics and health. Use this information as an effective tool to evangelize the importance of acoustics. Don’t forget to check out our other sections for products and materials, ideas on acoustic solutions and/or remedies, information on codes and testing services and more!

Don’t you wish someone would clearly explain the sea of acoustic-related codes, preferably in one, easily-accessible location? That’s exactly what you’ll find in this Acoustics.com section. From the homepage, click on the Codes & Testing button in the main heading. Here, you will find explanations of common (and not-so-common) codes, including their definitions and how and where they apply. Don’t forget to check out our other sections for products and materials, ideas on acoustic solutions and/or remedies, CEUs, articles about health and safety and more!

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