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Learn more about soundproofing, how it's measured, how it's achieved and what you need to do to better soundproof your home.   Soundproofing materials help to...

When it comes to designing or renovating a home, acoustics are often overlooked. But how sound behaves in a space can significantly impact comfort and functionality, whether you're building a home theatre, designing an open-plan living area or creating a peaceful bedroom retreat.

A home theatre should be your escape—loud explosions, quiet dialogue, immersive soundscapes—all without disturbing the rest of the house or your neighbours. That’s where soundproofing comes in.

When you're planning a renovation or extension and want serious performance in soundproofing, fire safety and thermal control, double brick walls—or a more advanced room-within-a-room (RWAR) system—can make a big difference.

Plasterboard walls are a staple in Australian homes, offering a versatile, cost-effective, and efficient solution for creating internal partitions. Whether you're constructing a new home, renovating an existing space, or upgrading for better soundproofing and fire resistance, understanding plasterboard wall systems is crucial.

Barrier boards, also known as acoustic boards, are specially designed boards that feature two outer layers sandwiching a sound absorbing material. They are a...

Sound pollution laws make for good neighbours - and knowing what everyone's rights and responsibilities are in terms of sound levels will also help...

Got the plush recliners, surround sound dialled in and a massive screen ready to roll? Then it’s time to give your home cinema the debut it deserves. Whether you’ve gone all-in on Dolby Atmos or just want to see what your new projector can really do, these 100 movies are here to wow.

Overscanning is a hangover from older technologies - and if it's turned on, it may be affecting the quality of the image on your...

Most speakers make use of small, high-frequency drivers called 'tweeters'. Tweeters are responsible for reproducing high pitched sounds, from 1500Hz upwards. Most loudspeakers with any...