Know Your Floor Plan

One of the most common causes of noise issues is putting a radio or TV right next to a neighbor's wall. Dallas apartments have a wide variety of floor plans, so make sure you know how yours is laid out. Ideally, you want to put radios, TVs, and computers against an exterior wall so they don't bother anyone. The next best option is against a wall between two of your own rooms such as between your living room and bedroom.

Aim Your Speakers

Especially if you're using a surround sound system, turning your speakers just a little could be the difference between tormenting your neighbors and allowing them to live in silence. You want to aim your speakers so the sound waves aren't traveling directly through a neighbor's wall.

In addition, don't place directional speakers backed up against a neighbor's wall. Even if the sound goes the other way, vibrations could still go through that wall. If you're not sure how to place your speakers, ask your neighbors to help you by letting you know if they can hear them.

Use Rugs and Wall Art

Even if you're a minimalist when it comes to decorations, they actually have a practical purpose. Open tile or wood floors and wide open walls allow sound to echo and more easily pass through. Even a small throw rug or painting can intercept a good chunk of the sound that would otherwise pass between apartments.

Respect Quiet Hours

During the day, the hum of air conditioners, neighbors coming and going, and your own activities can drown out many sounds. This is true even if you don't notice this background noise.

At night, as things settle down, the natural background noise turns to silence. A radio that wouldn't have been noticed during the day turns into an irritation that keeps a neighbor from falling asleep. To avoid this, be sure to respect your building's quiet hours.

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