Noise Reduction Strategies for Apartment Living in Trivandrum

Posted onMar 17, 2024

Real estate market trends in Trivandrum reveal that apartments are fast gaining popularity over individual homes due to the convenience, comfort, luxury, and security they offer. However, as with everything else, there are a few minor cons of apartment living. Living with many people around you can mean more noise coming into your home. If your building is located close to a main road, traffic sound can also disturb you. But we have easy tips that can help you reduce the noise.

Move your Furniture.

Is your bed directly against the wall? Move it away or add a soft headboard to put some distance between your head and the source of the sound. Similarly, in the living room, place your sofas and chairs slightly away from the wall to create a barrier. It will also prevent the wall from getting scraped when you move the sofas.

Install Thick Curtains

Thick drapes can help keep out unwanted noise and light too, so that you can have a restful nap in the day or peaceful sleep at night. They will keep the noise from disturbing your peace as well.

Tech to the Rescue

The role of technology in modern luxury homes in Trivandrum can’t be ignored! Invest in a good pair of noise-canceling headphones to keep out unwanted noise, and listen to pleasing pounds or your favourite songs. A white noise machine is another technological invention that can help you down out unwanted sounds and noise in your flat. White noise is essentially non-distracting broadband noise signals that are played constantly. Remember to switch it off when you want to watch TV or listen to music. 

Add a Bookcase

Bookcases create a solid barrier between your wall and you and absorbs the unwanted sounds from the neighbouring apartments. You can fill the bookcase with photos and artwork in addition to books - as long as you ensure that there are no gaps.

Seal Doors and Windows

Your doors and windows may have tiny gaps that let in noise and dust too. Use styrofoam to pack the gaps under your main door and create a barrier. You can attach it using Fewikwik or Velcro strips. It will also block excess light from streaming in. Window inserts are clear glass or acrylic panes that can be inserted over your window panes from the inside. I

Use Rugs and Mats

Not only do rugs and mats add character to a room, they absorb sound and help keep noise levels down. They also prevent dust from coming in or spreading from one room to another. 

Sound-Proof your Walls

There’s a lot you can do to your walls to help absorb the sound from outside. Let’s see what they are:

• Use cork board - this creates a barrier between the wall and your space, and locks out the sound. You can stick large cork boards to your walls and add command strips to the corners.
• Stick Fabric - hang tapestry or stick soft, thick fabric on your walls as these have the capacity to absorb the maximum sound to help you live peacefully. You can also give a unique look to your apartment with these.
• Acoustic boards - these rectangular or square shaped boards are covered with fabric and can be hung on the walls to reduce echo and noise. 

Conclusion

The benefits of living in lifestyle apartments in Trivandrum are far greater than the few minor drawbacks they have. Varma Homes apartments are built with the best materials and feature thoughtful layouts, designed to ensure that you have minimal noise pollution inside your apartment. Varma Homes offers stylish and spacious 2 and 3 BHK flats in Trivandrum in some of the best locations in the city. All projects adhere to government regulations and RERA norms. Varma Homes is committed to delivering the best quality apartments and exceptional customer service every time.