At work, you wear hearing protection because you know that prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent damage. But hearing also suffers a lot outside working hours. In fact, about 40% of hearing damage occurs during leisure time.
Festivals, motor sports, chores, swimming, travelling, sleeping... your ears are constantly exposed to stimuli and noise levels that can cause long-term damage.
Hearing protection in your leisure time is just as important, and we share examples from everyday life.
Sleep & relax: rest for your head and ears
Even while relaxing, your ears deserve protection.
Think about:
- Snoring partners
- Noise pollution in the city
- Busy domestic environments
- Early birds in the neighbourhood
Elacin Relax & Sleep muffles noises, providing greater peace of mind. You sleep deeper, more restfully and are less likely to be disturbed.
Perfect for:
- Night workers
- People with mild sleep problems
- Travellers
- Anyone in need of more rest
Festivals and concerts: short moments, high risk
At a festival or concert, noise levels quickly reach 95 to 105 dB. Just one night of unprotected listening can cause ringing in your ears or even permanent hearing damage.
What you can do?
Wear custom-made hearing protection with acoustic filters. This way, you can enjoy clear, high-quality sound at a safe volume. Keep your hearing protection in for the entire show. Even one song without it can put your hearing at risk.
Motorcycling: the hidden risk
The real damage in motorcycling does not come from the engine, but from wind noise. At speeds of 100 km/h and above, wind noise can exceed 95 dB.
What you can do?
Use custom-made hearing protection designed specifically for motorcyclists. It reduces wind noise while still allowing important traffic sounds to come through. This keeps you alert and protects your hearing.
Home chores and projects
Power tools easily produce 85 to 110 dB. A weekend project may seem harmless, but your hearing can take a serious hit.
Practical examples:
- Grinder: ± 95-100 dB
- Hammer drill: ± 100 dB
- Circular saw: ± 105 dB
What you can do?
Use custom-made hearing protection to reduce harmful noise while you work.
Tip
Keep your hearing protection in your toolbox as standard. That way, you always have it on hand and stay properly protected.
Sports events
From football stadiums to indoor sports events, noise levels can exceed 100 dB, especially during cheering moments.
What you can do?
Use custom-made hearing protection that lowers the volume but keeps the atmosphere alive.
Swimming: protect your ears from infections
Your ears take a lot while swimming. Water in the ear canal can cause irritation or inflammation, especially for people with sensitive ears.
Custom swimming earplugs safely seal the ear canal and stay firmly in place, even during active swimming.
Ideal for:
- Swimming training
- Water polo
- Recreational swimming
People with sensitive ears or recurrent ear problems
Already have a set of hearing protection? Order a second set at a reduced price
A second set is ideal. Keep one at work, one at home, or as a spare.
That way, you’re never without protection.
Useful for:
- One set for work, one set for home
- Different filters for different activities
- A spare pair you can always have with you
Quick re-order from your regional Re-Order Webshop:
So you never have to be without and you are always protected.
* Please note! To make swimming earplugs, we need an impression of both the ear canal and the auricle. For this reason, these cannot be ordered via our webshop.
Why customised hearing protection?
Customised Otoplastics:
- Is comfortable, even for long periods
- Stays securely in place during any activity
- Filters sound naturally and clearly
- Can be used in any situation, even outside work hours
Conclusion: protect your hearing anytime, anywhere
Your hearing doesn’t stop after working hours. Whether you’re sleeping, swimming, playing sports, enjoying music, or doing DIY at home, your ears are constantly being stimulated. Using hearing protection during your leisure time not only lowers the risk of permanent damage, it also improves daily well-being with less fatigue, fewer headaches, and reduced noise overstimulation.
Want to know which hearing protection fits your lifestyle?
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