IndyKlipschFan Posted June 15, 2005 Share Posted June 15, 2005 I still have some time to cover a stage floor with something from Home Depot, Lowes, Menards etc., etc., that would take away the noise before carpet pad and carpet in a few weeks any suggestions.. Something I can add or paint on?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrWho Posted June 16, 2005 Share Posted June 16, 2005 Well is your stage boomy right now without all that other stuff added? If not, then don't worry about it. I think I would have filled all the spaces underneathe with concrete or sand or something like that. If I was being real cheap, then I would find someplace that is trying to get rid of a similar material...or even going out to some field and digging up lots of dirt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyKlipschFan Posted June 16, 2005 Author Share Posted June 16, 2005 That's where I was heading too.. Maybe take off the tops, and fill it with something. I know after padding and carpet, it will be a lot quieter with drywall just up it seems pretty noisy now. Thanks for your ressponse. Dry Wall pics coming soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colterphoto1 Posted June 16, 2005 Share Posted June 16, 2005 I'd suggest what was done in the 70's in home construction. 3/4 plywood subflooring was laid down (which is what you have I believe), then after walls were up (skip this Indy- but do AFTER mud is done), install 5/8 or 3/4 particle board (NOT MDF, NOT Aspenite) at right angles, making sure joints are on joists and small space between edges (to avoid squeeks). Use construction adhesive and spiral nails to attach to joists. The particle board will add much density to the plywood, glueing them together give a monolithic type construction for rigidity. I dare a mic to howl that is placed on that surface. Good padding and carpeting and you'l nary hear a footfall. Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redtop Posted June 17, 2005 Share Posted June 17, 2005 Indy, If the sound you are trying to stifle is "boomy" or like a drum, then fill with play sand. Over at the AVSforum they recommend putting plastic down in the cavities and filling with the sand. Pink Fiberglass insulation if tightly packed is an alternative, but will not perform as well as the sand. I'm building a stage in my "under construction" HT and I'm going with the sand. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royster Posted June 22, 2005 Share Posted June 22, 2005 This may sound crazy, but the local performing Arts center had a "boomy" stage. They dumped peanuts (packing squiggles) into the space. Packed tight and flooring covered. Sound man said it worked great. They have a great venue and sound there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IndyKlipschFan Posted June 23, 2005 Author Share Posted June 23, 2005 I might flip it use heavy plastic with clean sand and add another top too. Great suggestions.. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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