Bar and Nightclub Noise Control
Bar and Nightclub Noise Control
By M. Rustad
Bars and nightclubs give people across America a place to gather, relax and be merry. Atmosphere is of utmost importance in such establishments, and can make or break a bar or nightclub s ability to attract patrons time and time again. Variety abound in the realm of nighttime entertainment, from high energy dance clubs to casual bars promoting comfortable conversation among guests. Noise levels bleeding from bars and nightclubs can be a major concern for club owners, the communities surrounding them and alas, law enforcement. In July 2007, a new noise code took effect in New York City, imposing limits on the decibel level that may be emitted from nightclubs into neighboring homes and businesses. Whether a club owner is motivated by courtesy, retaining clientele or adhering to regulations, the elimination of excess noise is becoming a forefront concern for many in the bar and nightclub industry.
The goal in soundproofing a bar or nightclub is twofold. The first major objective is controlling the amount of noise generated by loud music and patrons that becomes audible outdoors and within neighboring homes and establishments. Additionally, club owners seek to improve the quality of acoustics experienced within their establishments.
Reducing the amount of noise that escapes a bar or nightclub involves isolating the area to better control sound transmission. Sound transmission refers to the tendency of a portion of a sound wave to pass through when it reaches a new medium, in this instance the walls, doors and ceiling of the club. Ideally, treatments aimed at reducing sound transmission would target all openings as well as each wall, ceiling, door and window of the bar or club, though improvement can be achieved without treating every means through which noise escapes. Several products are on the market for night club owners who seek to minimize sound transmission, and many can be self-installed.
One option in controlling sound transmission is to construct a second wall surface that is separated from the original, giving sound waves a space in which to collapse rather than transmit through the wall. A foundation for the second wall surface should be created through the application of a layer of soundproofing vinyl, such as dB-Bloc, to the entire wall surface. This technique adds density to the wall. The second wall surface can then be constructed by affixing a new drywall layer atop a series of horizontal furring strips. This combination of density and disconnection provides an effective remedy for sound transmission through walls.
Untreated walls are not the only medium through which sound escapes a nightclub.
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In addition to controlling sound transmission out of an establishment, many bar and night club owners wish to improve the quality of acoustics within. With the loud music and multiple conversations characteristic of bars and nightclubs, reverberations reflecting from the numerous surfaces can interfere with intended sound and diminish acoustical quality. Numerous products are available to trap excess reverberations, from foam panels to free hanging baffles to urbane suede panels in multiple colors designed to coordinate with existing dcor. The appropriate treatment again depends on the goals of the project as well as the unique characteristics of each establishment, for instance the presence of low bass tones.
Because of the individualized nature of each soundproofing project, it is advised to consult with an experienced soundproofing provider prior to implementing any soundproofing treatments to ensure that all variables are addressed.
About the Author: Mark Rustad is President of NetWell Noise Control, based in Minneapolis, MN. Founded in 1991, NetWell is a leading supplier of acoustic products, soundproofing treatments, sound reduction products and online acoustical consulting services. NetWell s sound management skills are packaged into the industry s premier website. Discover first hand why so much of NetWell s business stems from the referrals and repeat orders they receive from satisfied clients around the world.
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