Browse Forums Window Furnishings Re: Noise cancelling curtains? 5Sep 24, 2020 12:17 am Back in the '70's when I was working in the Board of Works, we were testing some sound deadening material, it was like a thick blanket and contained lead. We were hanging it up over a doorway, and testing the acoustic blocking properties with sound measuring equipment and a white noise generator. It was quite effective, although heavy to hang up! Maybe roller shutters outside might be a good option, apart from the obvious sound insulation in the walls and double glazing? I'm a shift worker too! Gary Nope, only on the inside, I've literally has my ears to the brick outside and can't hear anything. I can sort of 'reset' the noise by pressing firmly on the studs. This… 10 12619 Upgrading your windows to soundproof ones, like triple-glazed, can make a significant difference. While changing window… 4 11735 have you used any of the motorised curtain systems available from Ebay? Which one and how is it? 0 2449 |