Creative Home Decor Ideas for Soundproofing and Absorbing

If you live in a noisy neighbourhood or apartment building, or if you’re getting complaints that you’re being too noisy, then it may be time to soundproof your room. Don’t have the resources to install soundproofing material? This article’s got you covered. Here, we will discuss many different options on how to soundproof a room using home decor. In this way, you can solve the problem without having to spend too much money, while also upgrading your house with various home decorations.

 

1. Lay down thick carpets and rugs

A thick carpet or rug can help decrease noise by absorbing it. With a thick carpet or rug underlined by padding, it can help lessen the noise made by foot traffic as well as the noise of furniture moving around.

If you don’t have the funds or time to lay down a new carpet, layering some rugs can also do the trick while adding some style to the room. For instance, cover an area that has a lot of activity with a thick, square rug. Then, to absorb more noise, lay down another rug with a different geometric shape and colour for some flair.

 

2. Set some furniture against the wall

A faux built-in bookcase or a tall dresser can help muffle the sounds coming into or from your room. This usually does the trick for people who have thin walls, as in the case of apartments. This is also a good option if you want some extra storage as well for your books or knick-knacks.

If you don’t want a bookcase or dresser, you can also look into faux built-in shelf spaces that you can install the DIY way.

 

3. Hang a rug

If you don’t want a bookcase or a dresser on your wall, consider getting a thick rug and hanging it against a wall to muffle noise (same principle as laying down a carpet on the floor). Get a thick, shaggy rug in a style and colour that would complement your room, and watch how it can really tone down noise.

 

4. Put up soundproofing wallpaper

If you want to give your walls some new life but also want to lessen noise, you can opt for some soundproofing wallpaper that is specially designed to block noise. You can choose from soundproof wallpaper or soundproof lining which can create a barrier against noise pollution. This is greatly recommended for bedrooms, TV rooms, and music rooms as well.

 

5. Get heavy drapes or curtains

A set of thick curtains or drapes is a cheap option to block both incoming and outgoing noise. It’s easy to do and will most likely liven up your room. It’s also perfect for areas with a lot of outside noise and will also ensure that you have enough privacy.

Aside from heavy drapes or curtains, you can also consider acoustic window dressings that effectively soundproof your room. They are also very easy to install and can be cheaper than traditional drapes.

 

6. Add upholstered furniture to your room

Noise bounces off hard surfaces and is absorbed by soft surfaces, thus, having lots of upholstered furniture may deaden more sound. This can be done by buying plush sofas or armchairs. If this is not an option, you can add thick blankets, runners, and throw pillows on your existing furniture. It will not only lessen reverberating sounds but can also add colour and style to your room.

 

7. Install stylish wall panelings

Do you want a super stylish way to soundproof your room while adding personality to the decor? Consider adding wall panelings that come in multitudes of designs. It can be a remedy for rooms with thin–and boring– walls that need to be soundproofed. Check out wall panelings at your local home depot or online stores that sell panelings you can install yourself.

Alternatively, you can also select some paintings that can be arranged in a classy pattern on the wall. There are lots of affordable paintings or canvas print-outs that you can choose from online.

 

8. Soundproof the door and windows

Outside noise can be a hindrance to a good night’s sleep. If you live in a noisy house or apartment building, install some door sweeps or adhesive window soundproofing materials to block out a noise. You can also hang up a heavy blanket on your door to muffle incoming and outgoing noise from your room.

If you want to go all out, you can remodel your door with acoustic caulk or refinish it with the heavier material (if your door is too thin). On the other hand, you can also have your windows professionally soundproofed.

 

9. Fill up empty space

A room that is too spacious is oftentimes noisier due to echoing and not enough furniture to absorb sound. If your room is too empty, consider adding more furniture into available spaces such as small dressers, tables, armchairs, ottomans, bookcases, and others. If you want a minimalist space, add furniture against walls instead. This can also deaden noise while allowing your room to still be spacious.

 

10. Get some foam bricks

Soft foam can help absorb noise from the inside of the room as well as block noise from coming inside, which is ideal for nurseries and bedrooms in noisy neighbourhoods. You can purchase affordable foam bricks or soft foam tiles that you can install however you want. Most foam bricks come in different styles, so you can mix and match however you want.

 

Conclusion

Noise pollution is a big problem for those of us who live in big cities and noisy neighbourhoods. Thankfully, you don’t have to suffer through the noise with only earbuds to help you block it out. With these easy DIY tips on how to soundproof a room with home decor, you can lessen the noise coming from and into your room while also improving the overall aesthetic of your home.