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We have a years-long highway project going on, and all night I can hear backup beeping and banging - even with the window closed and AC running in the adjoining room (and I don't run the AC every night).
I want to try earplugs. I had bookmarked Loops but in reading about them it sounds like they can suction into your ears so much that they can cause a buildup of pressure. I read that about others while reading Amazon reviews as well (sounds like the foam ones don't do that as much as silicone).
Then I start reading about different sizes. Am I supposed to buy a bunch of them and try them out (tossing the ones that don't fit?). Go for a consult with an ENT and have them make some (can't imagine that's cheap!)
I am a side sleeper for the most part so they need to be comfortable enough to lay on.
Suggestions from someone who uses earplugs?
Notes: doesn't matter which room I'm in, the beeping and banging comes through
Keeping windows closed doesn't stop it
Running AC doesn't stop it
I also have an air purifier that I often run on at night and that doesn't stop it
I never thought I was a light sleeper but this has been crazy! I sleep great on the nights they aren't working
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I got mine at the local drug store and they are foam earplugs. They work very well, but I don’t know if they will drown out the sound of the noise you are talking about. You just have to try them out.
I got mine at the local drug store and they are foam earplugs. They work very well, but I don’t know if they will drown out the sound of the noise you are talking about. You just have to try them out.
I know I can get some at the hardware store too, at least they aren't expensive. Maybe I'll just start there and see how they work. I've resisted doing this because I don't want to block everything out but enough is enough!
They clog my ears up if I use them. Windows mostly open all year as we usually don’t need AC or heat. When I sleep I use a fan to mute outside noise. Seems to work pretty well.
They clog my ears up if I use them. Windows mostly open all year as we usually don’t need AC or heat. When I sleep I use a fan to mute outside noise. Seems to work pretty well.
I heard that could be a problem too (clogging). My fan is really quiet - not sure a fan could drown out the beeping unless it was screeching or something
I use Hearos. I use them almost every night because falling asleep is very challenging for me and having the room totally dark and totally silent really helps. My husband doesn't snore, but even just his rhythmic breathing can be like a dripping faucet or a ticking clock that I just can't stop hearing. Hearos are great. I'd just say, use a new pair every night, and wash your hands before you put them in your ears. Using only completely clean ones, put in with clean hands will help keep the inside of your ears from getting itchy or irritated. It is a small ongoing expense in my life, but they really work, and they're very good at blocking out noise. (I don't use an alarm to wake up in the morning anymore, but unless it was really loud and right next to me I probably wouldn't even hear it.)
I have been using foam-earplugs to sleep for a very long time. It does take some getting used to, but once you adapt to them, it can be a big benefit.
I have tried all sorts, hands-down foam-earplugs seem to be the best when it comes to blocking out noise. Foam-earplugs are pretty much the only type earplug that score a 33-NRR (noise reduction rating).
Yes, you would have to experiment...........from my experience, the quality of earplugs has taken a big decline in the last 3 or 4 years, so you must try them out.
I found out several years ago that my hearing comes almost completely from the bone behind the ear (both ears). That's why ear plugs never worked for me. I couldn't understand it and no one believed me. It took an audiologist to explain it to me after a hearing test.
So if you find that standard ear plugs don't work, try noise-canceling earphones. I had some for listening to music. There may specifically be some you can wear while sleeping.
I also used a "noise machine" as it was called way back when my adult children were born. They're now called ambient noise machines. You can buy something that has a few different settings and find the one that works best for you. When I had a problem sleeping during the day (nighttime job) many years ago, there were boys skateboarding outside making all kinds of noise and the wind machine worked for me. Just a couple more suggestions amongst the others here.
Good luck finding a solution!
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I use 3M Classic earplugs for small plane flying, motorcycling, using power equipment, etc. but not for sleeping..they work very well and you don't even notice you're wearing them..
I've used cheap foam earplugs, available in the drug area of Walmart for years. You squish them flat, then stick them in, they expand to fill the space. Never had a problem. LOVE THEM!
You are way overthinking this. THey're like $4 a box. just get some and try them!
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