After settling into a new home, many homeowners look forward to spending the quiet time reading the paper in a sunny breakfast while the smell of coffee makes them laugh in the kitchen. Those who don’t expect the dishwasher to scream loudly as the dishes are cleaned or the slow-moving noise of a neighbor’s garage door as it opens.
The decision to build a new home is a financial and emotional investment, which can be very costly in your life. As buyers, architects and builders begin to consider the size of the bedrooms, floor plans, and kitchen design, they may be looking at one more important factor — noise pollution.
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration, noise is considered to be any unwanted noise. While jet planes may come to your mind, loud noises at home may be as simple as falling off a stairway or running down the stairs to the family room. A recent survey conducted by Owens Corning, a global leader in building materials and integrated solutions, found that noise is a problem for 78 percent homeowners and is high on the list of reasons why people change their homes.
Sound and Your Home
According to Drs. Lily Wang, the need for noise control in the living space — an effective noise control system in the home environment — is growing as a result of the popularity of open floor systems and increased public noise. Wang, a professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln who specializes in architecture, says that there are concerns about the productivity of those who live and work outside the home.
He says: “While homeworkers can avoid the noise of normal workplace situations, they may also experience other disturbing noises, such as the barking of a neighbor's dog or the kicking of an automatic cooling system.”
Your noise and health
Although noise is considered a concern, government officials classify it as a growing health concern. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for Community Noise, noise is a growing public health problem. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that noise levels above 80 to 85 dB, such as a two-legged clock or other household appliances, can increase aggressive behavior and can cause tension within just one hour.
The WHO also states that noise can lead to other health problems, such as sleep disorders and heart-related problems.
Sound and resolution
Portia Ash, manager of residential sound management business in Owens Corning, says it is important for consumers and professionals to stay informed about existing noise reduction solutions.
Ash says: “By using certain building materials designed to reduce noise during construction, you can eliminate 85 percent undesirable noise.”
Owens Corning has developed a collection of audio control products, QuietZoneAfter settling into a new home, many homeowners look forward to spending the quiet time reading the paper in a sunny breakfast while the smell of coffee makes them laugh in the kitchen. Those who don’t expect the dishwasher to scream loudly as the dishes are cleaned or the slow-moving noise of a neighbor’s garage door as it opens.
The decision to build a new home is a financial and emotional investment, which can be very costly in your life. As buyers, architects and builders begin to consider the size of the bedrooms, floor plans, and kitchen design, they may be looking at one more important factor — noise pollution.
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration, noise is considered to be any unwanted noise. While jet planes may come to your mind, loud noises at home may be as simple as falling off a stairway or running down the stairs to the family room. A recent survey conducted by Owens Corning, a global leader in building materials and integrated solutions, found that noise is a problem for 78 percent homeowners and is high on the list of reasons why people change their homes.
Sound and Your Home
According to Drs. Lily Wang, the need for noise control in the living space — an effective noise control system in the home environment — is growing as a result of the popularity of open floor systems and increased public noise. Wang, a professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln who specializes in architecture, says that there are concerns about the productivity of those who live and work outside the home.
He says: “While homeworkers can avoid the noise of normal workplace situations, they may also experience other disturbing noises, such as the barking of a neighbor's dog or the kicking of an automatic cooling system.”
Your noise and health
Although noise is considered a concern, government officials classify it as a growing health concern. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for Community Noise, noise is a growing public health problem. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that noise levels above 80 to 85 dB, such as a two-legged clock or other household appliances, can increase aggressive behavior and can cause tension within just one hour.
The WHO also states that noise can lead to other health problems, such as sleep disorders and heart-related problems.
Sound and resolution
Portia Ash, manager of residential sound management business in Owens Corning, says it is important for consumers and professionals to stay informed about existing noise reduction solutions.
Ash says: “By using certain building materials designed to reduce noise during construction, you can eliminate 85 percent undesirable noise.”
Owens Corning has developed a collection of audio control products, QuietZone
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