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Acoustic fencing ideas

Hello I would like help regarding making my existing fence more sound proof please. Presemt ir is an existing paling fence with shrinkage that has caused gaps. My neigbours have a pool really close to fence line and would like ideas on blocking noise.

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Remarka6le

Acoustic Fence Wrap. IMO, it's the ugliest thing you can put up, but it's Black and your plants will stand out better in front of it (you can always install lattice panels over it as well). The noise reduction in those things are unreal, though they can get expensive.

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/18050#Comment_18050

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Narellekaren. It's sensational to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about soundproofing your fence.

Interesting topic which I haven't come across before. It looks like @Remarka6le has some experience, though. I've checked out these acoustic fence wraps, and they seem to be anything from rubber/vinyl matting to multiwall blankets. I suspect anything you place in front of the fence will reduce the noise transfer to a certain degree. We're looking to disturb the sound waves by deflecting them away so they can't pass straight through. I'd imagine these EVA 50 x 50cm Interlock Foam Mats would also do a reasonable job of deflecting/absorbing the sound. You can cut them to fit and secure them to the fence with Liquid Nails. You'll want to invest in some screening to cover over them.

I'm sure vinyl floor matting or EVA foam won't be as effective as a purpose-built blanket, though they could be a good compromise if the price of acoustic fence wrap makes them prohibitive.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

Remarka6le

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/71687#Comment_71687

A friend had a similar situation across from a noisy neigbour across the back of their property, the Fence Wrap did a good job until we were able to build a solid brick wall (which did wonders by itself), then reinstalled the fence wrap and finally planted some thick hedges to bring in some green.

Just putting hedges and plants by themselves won't provide a lot of noise reduction, but I find a combination of 60mm thick brushwood and some plant lattices do a great job dampening noise in my grand parents home.

Narellekaren

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/71687#Comment_71687

Hello and thankyou for suggestions. what do you think about fibre cement sheeting? for noise reduction. There is a guy on here who did it?.

Also does Bunnings sell Fence wrap

Narellekaren

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/99135#Comment_99135

Thankyou i may use fence wrap. But so ugly. Or i might build a wall something that absords sound.

Jason

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/99141#Comment_99141

Hi @Narellekaren,

Just wondering how you are going with your noise reduction project?

Did you need any further assistance from the Bunnings team? We're here to help.

Jason

Narellekaren

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/116394#Comment_116394

Hello, i will be getting some fibre cement sheeting and getting it attached to my existing fence. I then have some bamboo sheeting that im going to cover it with to make it look nicer. I will post photos and let you know whether this sheeting has lowered the noise. Thanks for this group for the ideas.

EricL

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/126238#Comment_126238

Hello @Narellekaren

Thank you so much for the update. I'm sure our members are keen to see what the fence will look like once you've attached the cement sheet and bamboo. We're also curious to know if it will improve the acoustics in your area.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

Johnskippy

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/71687#Comment_71687

How will the acoustic board hold up in wet weather seems recommended for indoors? Manufacturer states it is water resistant though any experience of the product being used outdoors on a wooded fence?

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/102449#Comment_102449

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Johnskippy. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about acoustic panels.

I'll need to call the manufacturer after the weekend to find out. As you've noted, it's water resistant, and I see that it's made from polyester, which typically doesn't degrade from moisture. However, given it seems to be aimed at indoor applications, I am unsure how it would stand up to UV damage.

I'll let you know after the weekend.

Mitchell

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/102449#Comment_102449

Hi @Johnskippy,

After speaking with the manufacturer, they are uncertain of the product's longevity if it is to be exposed to the weather; no testing has been conducted. I would err on the side of caution and not use it in an outdoor situation where it is exposed to the elements. I'll go ahead and edit my initial response to remove the reference to this product.

Perhaps if you let our helpful members know a little more about what you require the sound insulation for, they might have other suggestions.

Mitchell

tuckbox

My old fence had gaps, so I used old fence palings to fill the gaps. You can find old fence palings that people are throwing out for free on Facebook marketplace and they can be reused to fill the gaps, then I painted the fence.

MitchellMc

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/31235#Comment_31235

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @tuckbox. It's sensational to have you join us, and many thanks for jumping into the conversation.

Covering the gaps in a fence would certainly go a long way to prevent noise transfer, and using recycled pailings is not only good for the environment but also a budget-friendly solution; great thinking! Did you see a significant reduction in noise from your efforts?

We look forward to hearing all about your projects around the home and garden. Please reach out anytime you need assistance or have something to share with the community.

Mitchell

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