What are the Best Noise Canceling Devices for Sleeping?

After a long day either at work or in school, you probably just look forward to a long night’s sleep.

But if you live in a noisy environment, then this may not be the best part of your day.

Getting a good night’s rest in a noisy neighborhood can be difficult. Most people do not even realize that not sleeping too well each night ends up leaving them sleep-deprived.

If you are looking for ways to sleep through the noise in the neighborhood or if you are constantly woken up by small noises during the night, using noise canceling devices may be your solution.

Ranging from white noise machines to fans, and even earplugs, noise canceling devices can help you block out all the unwanted noise allowing you to sleep peacefully.

In this article, we will highlight some of the best noise canceling devices that you can use ranging from headphones to headbands and even phone apps. Keep on reading to find out which one would work best for you.

Quietest Pool Pump 2019: Reviews and Buying Guide

Having a quality pool pump is something that many people do not put much thought into. The pump is usually responsible for propelling the water through the pool filter.

Besides the functionality, the amount of noise that the pool pump produces while being used is an important factor to consider.

Of course, there are ways that you can make your pool pump quieter. However, if you are looking to purchase a new pump, you should just consider buying a quieter model.

A pool pump is not an ordinary day-to-day device. Finding the right one may, therefore, be quite a challenge.

Well, if you have no idea where to get started, have a look at the guide below. We will even kick in our top 5 picks for the quietest pool pump to give you a head start.

Best Soundproof Curtains 2019: Do They Block or Absorb Noise?

I live in a busy metropolitan area. Cars and people are always buzzing by, dogs are constantly barking, and children are frequently screaming and playing. Needless to say, all this commotion can create quite the amount of noise.

This noise can make it hard for a writer like me to concentrate on things like this very article that you are reading right now. As a result, I frequently saw myself being distracted by dogs and speeding cars and would put my work aside until I could re-focus.

This was until I decided to invest in Soundproof Curtains. These thick, insulating curtains can help not only to cancel out the sounds of the outdoors, but helps reduce echo from the sounds within your own home. The do this while also keeping out light glares and other similar distractions, allowing you to focus better on the task at hand.

If you are looking to buy these curtains, either to help you concentrate or to get a little extra peace and quiet, then this buying guide of the best Soundproof Curtains available is for you!

Quietest Toilet Fill Valve 2019: Reviews and Buying Guide

Many homeowners do not give much thought to certain things such as the toilet fill valve. The valve is found in the toilet tank and is used to allow the tank to fill to the correct level. It does this by letting water flow into the tank after a flush, detecting the level and stopping the flow once the water gets to a certain level.

Toilet fill valves are available in different designs and variations. This makes it difficult to settle for one. Choosing the right valve is important because the wrong valve could end up costing you so much more in terms of replacement costs and water bills, and sanity in the case of a noisy one.

We have come up with a list of a number of things that you need to know before purchasing a toilet fill valve. To help make the decision easier for you, we have included our top 5 picks of the best quiet toilet fill valves. Be sure to check them out.

Best Quiet Desk Fans 2019: Reviews and Buying Guide

For people who work from behind the desk, being productive in extremely hot temperatures can be a challenge. Having a desk fan can help you keep working even when it is too hot.

Fans are generally known to produce some noise. However, there now exists some quiet desk fans that help to keep you cool without causing any distractions.

Because there are so many quiet desk fans available, settling for a specific one may be difficult. This is why we have come up with a buying guide to let you know what you need to be on the lookout for as well as our top 5 picks for the best quiet desk fans. Take a look below.

Best Dishwasher Insulation Blanket 2019: Reviews and Buying Guide

While it is common for dishwashers to make some noise when in use, we can all agree that they can be quite a bother when you are trying to hold a conversation or get some work done.

Thanks to advanced technology, dishwashers are becoming less noisy. However, if you have an older model or if yours makes more noise than you would prefer, you may want to get a dishwasher insulation blanket.

An insulation blanket for your dishwasher is simply a material with great sound dampening properties. Often, these blankets are versatile and can be used on other home appliances beside the dishwasher. For this reason, they are often heat resistant as well.

So, why do you need a dishwasher insulation blanket and what should you consider before getting one? Have a look below.

Best Microphone Isolation Shield and Reflection Filters 2019

Using a home studio for your recordings may sound like a great thing. However, it presents a challenge when it comes to achieving the best sounds.

The main reason for this is because home studios are not usually designed by audio engineers. This means that a couple of factors are not usually considered when building the home studio.

Reducing the level of noise in your home studio is important. One of the ways through which you can achieve this is by using a microphone isolation shield.

Quietest Sump Pumps 2019: Reviews and Buying Guide

If you’ve been to places with unpleasant weather conditions like I have, you KNOW what challenges come with the weather. There can be extreme heat, relentless raining on most days (Cue: London), and most importantly: Sudden flooding of the house due to poor drainage systems.

Believe me, a soaked and flooded basement is just the start of your problems. If the water isn’t moved, it can damage the flooring of your house.

Leave it for too long and the furniture will get damaged as well. Poor drainage, damage to your water discharge, and water blockade can turn your house into an island (pun intended).

The easiest way to eradicate the problem is to dig a sump pit in the basement and install a pump that discharges the water away from your house at a safe distance. These pumps are known as “Sump Pumps.” These pumps are handy as none of us want to spend the weekend mopping up a pool of water.

I’ll be discussing the topic in this article. I’ll be helping you guys with a list of some of the quietest sump pumps around. After all, no one likes too much noise to disturb the harmony of their houses while removing a water poodle down at the basement.

While I’m at it, I’ll be throwing in a buying guide in the article as well. This is to help you find your own machine if you’re not satisfied with my choices. But I bet you will be.

How to Soundproof a Laundry Room Door for under $50

Laundry rooms do make our lives much easier. I mean, getting all those clothes clean in a matter of minutes not only saves our time but our energy as well.

But let’s face it:

The noise from the laundry room can be pretty distracting. Imagine you are relaxing in the house, trying to read a book or catch up on the latest episodes of your favorite show. To save time, you decide to put the laundry into the washer. The noise from the laundry room is so loud, you will probably not be at peace till the laundry is done.

When the noise gets too unbearable, you will start to consider options. Getting a new, quieter washer may be a great idea, but why go to the trouble of all those expenses?

Noisy Air Vent in Bedroom? Guide to Soundproofing Air Vents

An above-door vent is a nice way to increase air-flow inside of your home, which helps to keep the temps down and save on energy bills. This is a reason that many homes may have these vents as part of their interior design.

While this seems nice for some, there is a big issue with above-door vents: just as much as they help to disperse temperatures, they also let in a bunch of noise from either side of the door. To many, the amount of noise that you get from these vents outweighs any benefits that you can possibly get from them, and the need to soundproof above-door vents becomes a necessity.

Seeing that you are reading this article, it is safe to assume that you want to soundproof as noisy above-door vent of your own. If that is the case, then these methods will help you to block out the noise from the vent and live in peace!