As one of the busiest cities in the world, noise pollution is a common challenge for residents, businesses and public institutions in Hong Kong. From residential to commercial spaces, Hong Kong soundproofing solutions use professional materials to reduce and prevent noise , improving the quality of life and work. This article will share Ena Acoustic's successful cases, summarize practical soundproofing tips, and show how to create a quiet urban environment. To learn more about the basics of soundproofing, please refer to our Acoustic Soundproofing and Sound Insulation Primer .
Successful cases of sound insulation in Hong Kong
Ena Acoustic has demonstrated its high-efficiency sound insulation solutions in many projects in Hong Kong. Here are a few representative cases:
1. Hong Kong International Airport Terminal
As one of the busiest airports in the world, Hong Kong International Airport faces the challenge of noise from aircraft takeoffs and landings. Ena Acoustic uses ENA sound insulation blanket NE200 (STC=23) and ENA sound insulation cotton (NRC=0.3) in the office area and rest area of the terminal to effectively block external noise and absorb internal echoes, thereby improving the comfort of employees and passengers. (See Commercial Soundproofing: Offices and Restaurants for details)
Results: Noise levels were reduced by more than 20%, the office environment became quieter, and passenger satisfaction improved significantly.
2. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Rooms
Located in the heart of Hong Kong, Mandarin Oriental Hotel needs to deal with street traffic and noise from neighboring rooms. Ena Acoustic installed soundproof curtains (STC 16.6-36.6) and ENA soundproof blankets NE200 in the guest rooms, combined with soundproof doors (STC 35-45) to create a quiet accommodation environment. (See school and hotel soundproofing for details)
Results: Guests reported less noise disturbance, better sleep quality, and significantly improved hotel ratings.
3. Hong Kong International School Classroom
The learning environment in schools requires extremely high quietness. Ena Acoustic used ENA soundproofing cotton and soundproof doors in the classroom project of Hong Kong International School, which effectively isolates corridor and external traffic noise and absorbs echoes in the classroom. (See school and hotel soundproofing for details)
Results: Classroom noise was reduced by 15 decibels, students’ concentration was improved, and teaching effectiveness was better.
4. DIY soundproofing for a Causeway Bay home
A Causeway Bay resident successfully reduced the impact of street noise in the bedroom through DIY using soundproof curtains and ENA soundproofing cotton . This project demonstrates the economical and efficient nature of DIY soundproofing. (See DIY soundproofing tips for details)
Practical sound insulation tips
The following are sound insulation techniques based on the actual needs of Hong Kong, suitable for different scenarios:
1. Choose the right sound insulation material
Select materials according to space requirements: ENA sound insulation blanket NE200 is suitable for wall and floor sound insulation, ENA sound insulation cotton is used for sound absorption, and sound insulation curtains are suitable for window sound insulation. All materials have passed SGS testing and meet Hong Kong fire protection and indoor air quality standards. (See the guide to sound insulation materials for details)
2. Customized solutions for noise sources
Different noises require different strategies:
- External noise : Use soundproof windows or curtains to block out traffic noise.
- Internal Noise : ENA soundproofing absorbs echoes and reduces distracting conversations.
- Structure-borne noise : ENA sound insulation blanket NE200 isolates low-frequency vibrations.
Residential users can refer to Residential Soundproofing Solutions , and commercial users can refer to Commercial Soundproofing: Offices and Restaurants .
3. Simple DIY soundproofing
DIY soundproofing is an economical option, for example:
- Paste ENA sound insulation cotton on the wall to absorb indoor echo.
- Install soundproof curtains to quickly reduce noise outside the window.
- Use sealing strips in conjunction with soundproof doors to prevent sound leakage through gaps.
See DIY Soundproofing Tips for more details.
4. Professional sound insulation design
For high-demand spaces such as recording studios, a combination of sound-absorbing and sound-isolating materials is required. For example, ENA sound insulation blanket NE200 and ENA sound insulation cotton can create an echo-free environment, which is suitable for music recording studios. (See music recording studio sound insulation for details)
in conclusion
Hong Kong soundproofing solutions help residents and businesses meet noise challenges through professional materials and technologies. From Hong Kong International Airport to Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Ena Acoustic's products such as ENA Soundproofing Blanket NE200 , ENA Soundproofing Cotton and Soundproofing Doors demonstrate excellent noise reduction and noise prevention effects. Whether it is DIY soundproofing or professional design, these solutions can create quiet city life. To explore more soundproofing solutions, please visit our product page .