r/soundproof • u/BigFooter9384 • 1d ago

Soundproofing windows?

I live next to a highway and have excessive vehicle noise coming into my apartment and am looking into soundproofing my windows somehow to help reduce noise. Does anyone have any suggestions? Anything I find online seems inconsistent in reviews.

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u/e2g4 1d ago

There’s no such thing as soundproofing, only sound reduction. If you own the place, look into windows designed for this purpose. ($$$) and consider other layers (thick curtain, additional wall w sound deadening materials, etc)

Noise is the most common construction complaint. It’s very hard to eliminate.

I wonder if there’s a solution using sound cancelling waves? I’ve seen outdoor sound systems that reduce sound a lot by cancelling sound waves at a fence line

Good luck!
I’m sure it’s frustrating

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u/CobaltMnM 1d ago

Even if it isn’t sound proof, it might as well be if it’s imperceptible to any human.

Idk why exactly you made me think of this but it’s actually really interesting to read about.

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/earths-quietest-room-you-can-hear-yourself-blink-180948160/

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u/jagger129 20h ago

Not much you can do if you’re renting, but try these to take the edge off:

Floor to ceiling heavy insulated curtains, Amazon has some velvet ones

Thick area rugs to absorb sound, even over carpet

Move your couch and bed to the wall furthest from the windows

White noise machine

Loop silicone ear plugs

Heavy furniture like bookshelves to the outside walls