Our older house is not very soundproof. Do you have tips for making it quieter both in this old house and for when we plan and design our future house? — Steve R. Dear Steve: Inadequate soundproofing, ...

Is your home noisy? Do you wish you didn’t hear things going on in other parts of your house? How about exterior noise? Do you hear sirens, motorcycles, cars, trucks, etc., even when your doors and ...

Ever wonder why recording studios and cozy cafes feel so peaceful? The secret might be hiding in plain sight—cork! This amazing natural material isn’t just for wine bottles anymore. Cork walls and ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Our lives are filled with noise; at work, at home and even outdoors. With all the loud noises that surround us each day, it is no wonder we can’t wait to escape it all. Noise ...