The Stock Market Is Not The Economy Thread II

[Jaybar]

Sound will leak through the tiniest openings. Unsealed joints, outlets, windows, but the worst offender is drywall screwed right through resilient channels and into the studs.

Poor construction is the bane of my existence.

[Kaslo]

That sounds like a LA problem

However, thats true, commutes suck. That also seems to be an american workforce problem of “EVERYONE MUST BE AT THE OFFICE” despite working jobs that can absolutely be done remotely.

Sounds like an any large city problem. Even mid-sized cities like OKC have a like 45 minute commute from the burbs.

[synistar]

Sounds like an any large city problem. Even mid-sized cities like OKC have a like 45 minute commute from the burbs.

Part of my lawyer's time billing (conservatorship for my dad) is the commute to the courthouse. So she is basically paid $500 an hour for driving into downtown LA. Thank goodness for remote court sessions during the pandemic.

If mass transit were better, then a 45 min commute in a train wouldn't be so terrible. Alas, LA's transit system still sucks with the "final mile" problem.

[archibaldcrane]

https://twitter.com/crampell/status/...0ODDef84A&s=19

Vibes man

People think understaffed restaurants are a sign of unemployment, not full employment

[Qalbert]

bUt No OnE wAnTs TO wOrK

[Byrthnoth]

In this world, people are dumb.

[Tyche]

Sound will leak through the tiniest openings. Unsealed joints, outlets, windows, but the worst offender is drywall screwed right through resilient channels and into the studs.

Poor construction is the bane of my existence.

It's not just poor construction. The cost for even barebones soundproofing or deadening is excessively high even in well constructed homes. I could very easily spend 5 figures on soundproofing my home theater, and it's in a basement with concrete walls behind the drywall on 2 sides. You need...

Solid core doors, gaskets for the door frames, door sweep for bottom gap. Sealed frame with soundproof caulk.
Soundproof caulk for outlets and switches.
A ton of very expensive mass loaded vinyl ($3-$4+) sq ft for 2lb density
2 drywall layers
Soundproof insulation.

And this is just the walls, doors, and outlets. We haven't touched the ceiling and floor.

[Spicyryan]

https://twitter.com/crampell/status/...0ODDef84A&s=19

Vibes man

People think understaffed restaurants are a sign of unemployment, not full employment

Because people don't want to work at a job whose entire goal is wage suppression and wanting you there at all hours of the week while customers treat you like shit.

[Ayn]

I think that might have been the point Archi was trying to make, but he may be able to elaborate.

[Yabby]

It's not just poor construction. The cost for even barebones soundproofing or deadening is excessively high even in well constructed homes. I could very easily spend 5 figures on soundproofing my home theater, and it's in a basement with concrete walls behind the drywall on 2 sides. You need...

Solid core doors, gaskets for the door frames, door sweep for bottom gap. Sealed frame with soundproof caulk.
Soundproof caulk for outlets and switches.
A ton of very expensive mass loaded vinyl ($3-$4+) sq ft for 2lb density
2 drywall layers
Soundproof insulation.

And this is just the walls, doors, and outlets. We haven't touched the ceiling and floor.

I had been envisioning constructing a new house within the next few years, and among my desires was the inclusion of a bathroom with impeccable soundproofing. Given my penchant for early mornings, I derive immense pleasure from unwinding with loud music during my morning routine. Regrettably, my partner isn't particularly inclined towards early hours, which considerably restricts these auditory indulgences on weekdays. My aspiration had been to create a soundproof haven, allowing me the freedom to relish my morning rituals without restraint in our new abode.

Regrettably, this plan has now been curtailed, necessitating the establishment of an entirely new bathroom on the opposite end of our residence. This compromise inevitably entails a reduction in my ability to fully immerse myself in my chosen melodies.

[zoobernut]

Not everyone wants to live in apartments and not everyone wants to live in SFH. Hopefully building more apartments and condos and other high density housing will free up more SFH's and open up the market. I also think after that initiative is in motion there are other things that need to be addressed in the housing market to further support it and fix the issues that are there.

[Jaybar]

It's not just poor construction. The cost for even barebones soundproofing or deadening is excessively high even in well constructed homes. I could very easily spend 5 figures on soundproofing my home theater, and it's in a basement with concrete walls behind the drywall on 2 sides. You need...

Solid core doors, gaskets for the door frames, door sweep for bottom gap. Sealed frame with soundproof caulk.
Soundproof caulk for outlets and switches.
A ton of very expensive mass loaded vinyl ($3-$4+) sq ft for 2lb density
2 drywall layers
Soundproof insulation.

And this is just the walls, doors, and outlets. We haven't touched the ceiling and floor.

The cost to gain 4 STC points rises exponentially. Find that sweet spot and don't aim for "soundproof" because it doesn't exist outside of a lab. Usually anything over STC 58 is fantastic and achievable. Theaters blasting 100dB though? Nah.

@Yabby, soundproofing a bathroom is not a good idea mechanically mostly because the door is purposely undercut to allow air to circulate through the bathroom vent, thus removing any "soundproofing" you may have. Just put another room between it and your partner. EZ.

[thetruepandagod]

i cant soundproof the house because there is no solid floor under the house and it's on raised stilts essentially. life is suffering

[Yabby]

The cost to gain 4 STC points rises exponentially. Find that sweet spot and don't aim for "soundproof" because it doesn't exist outside of a lab. Usually anything over STC 58 is fantastic and achievable. Theaters blasting 100dB though? Nah.

@Yabby, soundproofing a bathroom is not a good idea mechanically mostly because the door is purposely undercut to allow air to circulate through the bathroom vent, thus removing any "soundproofing" you may have. Just put another room between it and your partner. EZ.

Thanks, that is now the plan.

[archibaldcrane]

Because people don't want to work at a job whose entire goal is wage suppression and wanting you there at all hours of the week while customers treat you like shit.

https://twitter.com/archibaldcrane/s...9jmJMD6hQ&s=19

[arus2001]

That feels like a whoosh to me.

[Gredival]

Archi: Polls show people think unemployment is a problem even though we have the reverse issue, which is a shortage of workers rather than a shortage of jobs.

Everyone else: People are dumb and don't understand economics

Spicy: Well ackshully, it's because capitalism is exploitative that's why no one wants to work. You brainwashed sheep just don't understand how terrible capitalism is.

[Koyangi]

Archi: Polls show people think unemployment is a problem even though we have the reverse issue is a shortage of workers rather than a shortage of jobs.

Everyone else: People are dumb and don't understand economics

Spicy: Well ackshully, it's because capitalism is exploitative that's why no one wants to work. You brainwashed sheep just don't understand how terrible capitalism is.

Fucking LOL.

*high five*

[Spicyryan]

Fucking LOL.

*high five*

Why do you think that is some slam dunk? It's not.

[Yabby]