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.

Need more ideas about how to live in peace and quiet? Talk to our office today.

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Whether you’re new to the area or not, sometimes, it is just nice to meet new people and make new friends. However, what was once such a simple thing as a child is a bit harder for us as adults. That’s why it is sometimes important to think outside the box a bit. We’ve come up with a few ideas to help you meet new people in your area.

Three Ideas for Meeting New People Near You

• Join an Activity – One of the best ways to meet people is to join an organized activity. What do you love? Join a yoga class or meet for hikes at a local park. Perhaps you’re not the active type; that’s okay! Take a class on history or painting or join a bowling or billiards team. The opportunities are endless. The idea is that you’ll be enjoying something you love anyway, and naturally, you’ll meet others who have the same interest. It is a no-pressure way to meet people.

• Try an App – Not all social apps are for dating or hooking up; some are a bit more innocuous. Meetup and Nextdoor are both free apps that do not have romantic connotations and can be a great way to meet your neighbors for a cup of coffee or a night out for drinks. Peanut is designed for mothers, so it may be a good choice for moms looking to put together a playgroup or mom’s morning out. Don’t be scared; just be smart, and you can often meet others using the power of technology.

• Look for Opportunities Around You – Sometimes, the easiest way to meet new people is to simply look for opportunities around you. Do you see that same person walking their dog each morning when you’re walking yours? Say hello! Bring doughnuts to the group sitting outside the building on Saturday morning or chat up the friendly neighbor who has the awesome container garden. You’ll find that meeting new people is easy if you just keep your eyes open and aren’t afraid to take a few chances.

Are you looking at apartments in Dallas? Check out the eclectic vibe at South Side Flats – we’re sure you’ll love our unique floor plans and the fun community areas where meeting new people is always a breeze!

Our architecturally significant, modern apartments homes are in the artsy, culturally diverse, historic Cedars neighborhood.

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