Sound Proofing Aquarium Cabinet?

[Sokretys]

Anyone ever done this before?

Would this stuff suffice in 1/8" or 1/4"?

http://www.foambymail.com/VA/polyethylene-foam-roll.html

 

[Greg Hiller]

I sometimes just use foam rubber that comes from packing materials. Not sure you want to spend a lot of money on this. you might end up having to replace when/it you get a lot of salt spray on it.

 

[Sokretys]

Thanks Greg thats a very good point...I wonder if there is any kind of thin insulation that has a smooth backing that can be wiped down. But then the smooth side wouldnt dampen sound is that correct?

 

[RMc]

For thin insulation you might want to look into something like Dynamat (/knock-off).
It's used to insulate trunks with subwoofers and will definitely prevent the walls of the stand from resonating.

I would start with that, and then add a sheet of generic egg crate foam to the wall behind the tank to diffuse reflected waves off of this surface.

 

[Sokretys]

Just did some preliminary reading on Dynamat...i really like this idea. Like a lot haha Bit pricey. It would be easy to clean. Id like to find out how its adhesive holds up with humidity.

 

[Sokretys]

Yeah this is just gonna be a pita...ill be adding some stuff after if its still an issue after wet

 

[smartfish]

I just use clear silicone in all the cracks, this helps also if there is a leak somewhere. I also use a rubber mat that you can buy by the foot to place under the sump and equipment.

 

[Sokretys]

Thanks smartfish. I have already caulked all of the inner seems and painted over them. I have 3/4" foam soundboard that ill be using under the sump/aquarium/rodi resevoirs. I think i may splurge and use 1" silicone hose for the return line. That with quiet equipment will hopefully suffice. Thanks again!