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The Pleasure of Silence: All About Vehicle Dampening

Cars are more than just transport. They are a way of life. Probably this is the reason why each one of us loves to modify our vehicles as per our tailor-made liking. And talking about modification, audio systems are one of the most highly modified aspects of any vehicle. But the first suggestion that we get before every audio upgrade, is to get vehicle dampening done.

While dampening might be a great thing to do before a major audio upgrade, its effects are far deeper than just audio. And if you are wondering what vehicle dampening is, then you are in the right place. Because in this article, we will be having a deeper look into what vehicle dampening is and whether or not you should get it done.

Vehicle dampening Sheet

The Need for Vehicle Dampening

People tend to spend a substantial amount of their time, travelling from one place to another. While driving itself might not be fatiguing for everyone. A noisy cabin can surely spoil your driving experience, and make your journeys a frustrating memory. In fact, with too much noise in the cabin, sooner or later you will end up hating your car’s audio system. Even if you don’t happen to be an audio enthusiast, higher NVH levels will eventually make you feel uncomfortable with your own vehicle. Vehicle dampening is a solution that can largely reduce the noise that infiltrates your cabin. With dampening, you can achieve lower vibrations, less noise and more silence.

Door Panel dampening

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What is Dampening?

In simple words, vehicle dampening is a procedure in which sound deadening or sound-absorbing materials are used to reduce NVH levels inside a vehicle’s cabin. These materials are placed over places prone to vibration such as door panels, pillars, roof and floor of the vehicle. Once attached, these materials reduce background noise and eliminate echo that may bounce off the panels. They also enhance the audio experience inside the vehicle and prevents outside noises to overpower your music experience.

Floor dampening

The Pros of Dampening

  • Vehicle dampening can increase the acoustic experience of your vehicle by reducing the background noise, and preventing sound escape. As a result, what you get is a superb audio experience without the noise of the road overpowering your music
  • dampening reduces the level of vibration and rattling felt inside the cabin since much of the rattle is absorbed by dampening materials such as acoustic foams, staple fibres etc.
  • dampening can also make your vehicle more comfortable as sound-deadening materials are known to be thermal insulators. As a result, dampening keeps your vehicle cooler during the summer and warmer during the winter.
  • Lastly, dampening reducing the infiltration of road noises inside the vehicle, thereby making them soundproof and silent; a boon for chauffeur-driven vehicles.

The Cons of Dampening

  • Since vehicle dampening is a labour intensive procedure, it can be costly and time-consuming.
  • dampening involves the use of glue to affix sound-absorbing materials to various parts of your vehicle. This means that dampening material cannot be reused if you decide to change your vehicle. Secondly, any internal repair would require the removal of dampening material which is also a time-consuming process.
  • The use of heavy dampening materials and denser foams can increase the mass of your vehicle, leading to more fuel consumption over the year.

The Bottom Line

Simply stating, dampening will surely make your car cabin quieter. It will greatly reduce background noise so that you can hear each and every note of your favourite song. As an added advantage, vibration and rattling noises are also suppressed in a damped vehicle. And with the pros outweighing the cons, getting your vehicle damped can turn out to be a great decision.

Also Read: 10 Most Asked Questions About Car Modification In India

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29 COMMENTS

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    • The overall weight of the vehicle largely affects fuel efficiency. The use of heavy dampening materials and denser foams can increase the mass of your vehicle, leading to more fuel consumption over the year. This is one of the cons of Dampening, along with several Pros it offers.

      • How much total dampening material weigh?
        It must less then 60kgs i.e less then 1 individual weight
        Rarely all seats in vehicle is acquired these days considering small family size

  2. I wish to add some sound damping to my old Innova as it has become a bit too noisy on the highway. I want to do the floor, doors, boot area. The door rubber also needs replacement I beleive as there are some gaps. Please advise recommended materials. Please PM / call on 9927591640

  3. I want sound dampening in my Amaze in Ahmedabad. Also want to replace existing foglamp with Projector. Please contact me. M 8460704939

    • Hey Pradipts,
      Sound Dampening will not void your car warranty at all. However, for peace of mind you can always reach out to you car insurance providor.

  4. Have ecosport 2014 titanium. Looking for car dampening/deadening/sound proofing.

    What products do you use?

    Please share your quotes.

  5. I have a Hyundai Getz. I’m fixing new doors in the vehicle. What thickness of dampening sheets should I use for the doors and floor so that it isn’t too heavy and affects the mileage of the car.
    Thanks

    • Hi Ashwin
      We would be able to advise you regarding damping sheets only once we have a look at the components of the car in its present state. Please walkin to the nearest workshop or frop your contact for us to call you back

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