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I have hardwood floors in my apartment; what can I do to reduce the noise that travels besides rugs?

I have a 2 bedroom apartment with hardwood floors. My roommate and I have started keep really different hours, so I'm trying to find ways to keep the noise down for both our sakes. We have rugs in all the common areas, but we can't think of anything else to reduce the noise.

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1. I think you are out of luck, unless you are in a postition to do some major construction. Walk lighter, barefoot...other than that, I think this is a lost cause without rugs.
2. how about everyone wearing house shoes indoors that will cut noise way way down other than that invest in nice ear plugs or more carpets
3. Buy a bunch of cozy slippers, keep them at the front door and make sure that you and your roomate take off street shoes as soon as you come in and replace with the slippers. Have a few extra pairs for company (One of my friends collects the slippers that some hotels leave for guests.....of course, she does a lot of business travel and gets put up at some high end joints, so she has a bin full of new slippers ) Slippers are much nicer than asking houseguests to go barefoot, sock or stocking feet in your home (cause sometimes the socks are a little worn and can embarrass your friends) See if that helps.
4. sound proofing ur walls, but thats a lot of work & it can get expensive... best solution is not 2 wear loud shoes in the apartment, or use carpet... although covering wood flooring is a real shame.