Support

“How to Soundproof old plaster Rowhome?”


Photo by Miki Jourdan

“Dear PoPville,

I’m in an old rowhome, and while the sound between neighbors with our brick walls is fine, we have bedrooms on top of each other where you can hear EVERYTHING.

I’m determined to find a solution and I’m curious if anyone has added insulation between their ceilings and floors and if they had success?

Because most old ceiling/walls are plaster in DC, I’ve been told by contractors that adding insulation can be dangerous as plaster will attract too much moisture.

Other soundproof methods seem to be for non-plaster homes. So before I do anything crazy, I’d love to hear your thoughts!

As an FYI, I’ve tried to reduce airborne and impact noise by sealing windows and doors, double paned glass, and a healthy amount of rugs, but the stubborn issue is airborne noise between floors.”

Recent Stories

Sushi by Bou photo by Joy Asico-Smith / Asico Photo From a press release: “Sushi by Bou, the popular micro restaurant concept known for revolutionizing the omakase experience, is set…

Thanks to Anthony for sending this great shot from Dupont Circle. Look at the size of that thing:

photo by Eric P. From an email: “The NoMa Farmers Market is expanding and relocating to Third Street NE between N and M Street NE. The Market will be open…

photo by Olaf Zerbock From the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority: “Dulles International Airport will hold its triennial full-scale emergency drill on April 27 in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations….

For many remote workers, a messy home is distracting.

You’re getting pulled into meetings, and your unread emails keep ticking up. But you can’t focus because pet hair tumbleweeds keep floating across the floor, your desk has a fine layer of dust and you keep your video off in meetings so no one sees the chaos behind you.

It’s no secret a dirty home is distracting and even adds stress to your life. And who has the energy to clean after work? That’s why it’s smart to enlist the help of professionals, like Well-Paid Maids.

Read More

Submit your own Announcement here.

Metropolitan Beer Trail Passport

The Metropolitan Beer Trail free passport links 11 of Washington, DC’s most popular local craft breweries and bars. Starting on April 27 – December 31, 2024, Metropolitan Beer Trail passport holders will earn 100 points when checking in at the

DC Day of Archaeology Festival

The annual DC Day of Archaeology Festival gathers archaeologists from Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia together to talk about our local history and heritage. Talk to archaeologists in person and learn more about archaeological science and the past of our

×

Subscribe to our mailing list