Ways to Reduce Atmospheric Noise


Hi Folks,
My tinnitus is coming back as a result of a cold and I believe also, due to a hyper-sensitivity towards atmospheric noise. The primary culprit is my annoying refrigerator which is up against a corner. I live in an apartment and I have my audio components in the best possible location but its relatively close to the kitchen. I also have neighbors above me who make a good deal of noise, primarily floor squeaking. Should I try placing noise proof styrofoam along walls and ceilings with velcro? Advice sincerely welcome!
goofyfoot
Yes, that totally explains the best approach to the problem in the kitchen. I'll opt first to place a floor mat of synthetic material under the refrigerator and then go from there. I'm also cogitating about placing free standing panels behind my electrostatic speakers. I like the acoustics in the gallery seating here in Cincinnati's Music Hall and while being in an apartment that's not exactly relevant to my situation , I'm nevertheless curious about what can acoustically be done to a room via artificial means.
Some hardware stores sell tiles about 2 feet on a side....usually in 4 packs.
The tiles link together. I use 'em in front of my workbench and have one for yardwork, as a kneeler. They are about and inch thick, hard foam.
Refrigerators do need some space between surrounding areas to operate effectively.
At first glance I thought this post was about cosmic rays and shielding with foil hats, but to my surprise and immediate realization, I have a noisey frige too! So thank you, and I am gonna get some material as well to isolate the darn thing.
changing the power cord on the fridge to more warmer one....
or
buy a new fridge , new ones on the market are almost silent (probably cost less than cable upgrade)...