How to soundproof your bedroom from outside noise

To soundproof your bedroom from outside noise, walls should be made airtight and mass increased. For the most part traffic noise is responsible for intrusive outside noise but sometimes it can be barking dogs, noisy neighbours, or businesses nearby.

There are a few things you can try but it’s best to start with your windows before moving on to wall soundproofing. These are more likely to be the cause of your noise issue and are usually cheaper to treat.

Soundproof a bedroom from traffic noise

To soundproof you’re bedroom from traffic noise the first thing you should do is check your windows. Are they double or single-glazed? If they only have one layer of glass it’s likely that that is the source of your noise issue. If this is the case you will need to have your windows replaced.

The next thing is to check that your windows are sealed properly just like rolling down the window in your car even the tiniest gap can cause a lot of intrusive noise. If there are gaps around the frame you can seal them with caulk or foam. You can try installing foam around the frame to improve the seal as well. These items are not specialist and can be picked up at most hardware stores.

Soundproof a bedroom against noisy neighbours

To soundproof a bedroom against noisy neighbours, you will need to look at the walls. We have a handy selector to help you understand which wall soundproofing treatment would be best for your situation at your price point.

You can either look into a direct-to-wall soundproofing solution, like MuteBoard 4, or, you can install a clip and channel system for more effective soundproofing in a slightly wider package.

Why can I hear outside noise in my bedroom?

You can hear noise outside your bedroom most likely because your windows are either single-glazed or not forming a tight enough seal to keep noise out. If your windows are double-glazed and well-sealed it could actually be caused by your wall. Not being suitable to keep noise out.

If this is the case you can look at techniques for soundproofing against outside noise. These may include replacement windows, sealing gaps, direct-to-wall soundproofing boards or even a decoupled frame for high-level soundproofing.

Conclusion

You don’t have to live with irritating noise and soundproofing your bedroom from outside noise can actually be quite basic. iKoustic do not have Soundproof windows ( this is best left to specialists) however if you have exhausted these options and are looking to soundproof your wall, floor or ceiling you can contact iKoustic for expert advice and high-quality materials.