Add a sound proof door for a home business
Amanda T
9 years ago
I would so appreciate suggestions on the best door set up for this opening to soundproof as much as possible. I am trying to close this living room off completely so I can do home business here with clients. (It needs to be a door that is accessed easily. Solid double doors? Solid wood? Solid MDF? What exactly am I looking for? Can I do a prehung doorway from a big box store or do I definitely have to go more custom. Cost is an issue. The doorway is 48 inches wide exactly. I've ready about various materials and paints but starting with the door, what should I do? Many thanks!
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