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Is a fence with noise reduction possible? smith_bp101 12-27-2006
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Posted by Todd H. on December 27, 2006, 4:27 pm


smith_bp101@hotmail.com writes:

> I'll be replacing a fence that borders with a neighbor. It's redwood
> picket fence, about 6' high. The neighbor has a pool, so I thought I
> might as well try and cut down the noise from the filter and parties
> they have, if possible.
>
> I was thinking about building a fence with pickets on both sides so I
> can place some sort of noise insulation in between. However, I need
> ideas what I could use.
>
> Any advice appreciated!

Got room for an 8 foot high dirt berm? That's unfortunately about the
only thing that's likely to be very effective in noise reduction.

If you can get on friendly terms with your neighbor and have some
money to throw at the problem, consider a self-serving gift to them of
a noise-reducing enclosure for their filter, and getting invited to
their parties to enjoy em. :-)


--
Todd H.
http://www.toddh.net/

Posted by on December 27, 2006, 6:34 pm


Hello everyone and thank you for responding. Regarding the height of
the fence. The elevation difference between the neighbors yard and my
yard is about 3 feet (I'm below).The fence is on top of a retaining
wall. I was thinking that a difference of 9 feet would make somewhat
noticable difference in noise level. The pool filter sits right next to
the fence (about a foot), so any sound barrier on the fence would
greatly reduce that noise. Their pool is fairly close to the fence
also.

The parties are kids parties, and being a kid at one time, I remember
always screaming when having a pool party so I'm not going to complain
to the neighbors about that. Kids will be kids, at least it's seasonal.

So I'm still trying to figure out something I can perhaps "fill" in
between the pickets that can withstand the weather.


Posted by on December 27, 2006, 9:17 pm



smith_bp101@hotmail.com wrote:
> Hello everyone and thank you for responding. Regarding the height of
> the fence. The elevation difference between the neighbors yard and my
> yard is about 3 feet (I'm below).The fence is on top of a retaining
> wall. I was thinking that a difference of 9 feet would make somewhat
> noticable difference in noise level. The pool filter sits right next to
> the fence (about a foot), so any sound barrier on the fence would
> greatly reduce that noise. Their pool is fairly close to the fence
> also.
>
> The parties are kids parties, and being a kid at one time, I remember
> always screaming when having a pool party so I'm not going to complain
> to the neighbors about that. Kids will be kids, at least it's seasonal.
>
> So I'm still trying to figure out something I can perhaps "fill" in
> between the pickets that can withstand the weather.


If anything, you could help mask the noise with a nice water feature
(water fountain,etc...)
-Felder


Posted by Eric in North TX on December 27, 2006, 9:26 pm



How about noise canceling headphones?
http://earplugstore.stores.yahoo.net/relxnocahe.html


Posted by thetiler on December 28, 2006, 12:41 am



smith_bp101@hotmail.com wrote:
>
> So I'm still trying to figure out something I can perhaps "fill" in
> between the pickets that can withstand the weather.

In the tile trade we use 1/4" cork as soundproofing
underlayment. I buy it at the tile dealer but just saw
that Home Depot sells it in 4'x50' rolls.
Since this material is pretty water resistant and
specifically made for soundproofing, along with
being pretty inexpensive (70 cents per sq.ft.), it
could serve your purpose.

For $2 per sq.ft. Nobleseal makes a soundproofing
underlayment that is waterproof, along with having
the soundproofing characteristics. It is about 1/8"
thick and very tough and durable.

BTW, the materials can be doubled up for much
improved soundproofing, and are tested and proven
to greatly reduce sound.

the tiler


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