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How can I make a small apartment feel quieter and more acoustically cozy without doing renovations?

 title: '5 Ways to Reduce Noise in a Rental'

To make your small apartment feel quieter and more acoustically cozy without renovations, start by assessing your loud surfaces. A quick test is to clap your hands in different rooms—listen for echoes to identify where sound bounces around most. To dampen noise, invest in plush fabrics. Consider layering area rugs as a budget option; they absorb sound and add comfort. For a slightly higher spend, hang thick drapes over your windows and use acoustic panels on shared walls to significantly reduce external noise[5][3].

Incorporate soft furnishings like upholstered furniture and plenty of throw pillows to absorb sounds, ensuring your space feels inviting and tranquil[3]. Bookshelves filled with books also add mass to walls, helping to block noise while serving as stylish decor[5].


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