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How to make soundproofing in the apartment
- 02 August 2020 20:44:48
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- 1. SOUND PROOFING IN THE APARTMENT. WHICH MATERIALS IS BETTER TO CHOOSE?
- 2. NOISE INSULATION OF WALLS IN AN APARTMENT OR ROOM.
- 3. HOW TO MAKE SOUND INSULATION OF THE CEILING IN YOUR OWN APARTMENT?
- 4. HOW TO MAKE NOISE ISOLATION OF THE FLOOR IN THE APARTMENT?
In the modern urban world, the question very often arises - how to make soundproofing in an apartment. In this article, we will consider the most effective solutions and modern soundproof materials for solving this problem. 
You have probably already encountered the fact that the neighbors are very noisy, the car alarms in the yard are very loud and the vibrations created by public transport simply do not allow you to sleep well? After all, all these constant noises have a negative impact on the mental state of residents and greatly harm comfortable living and relaxation after a busy day. Well, how to improve the sound insulation in your apartment - this is the most pressing issue not only for the happy owners of new buildings, but also becomes a "stumbling block" for the owners of "Khrushchev". Noise isolation of apartments is a strong disadvantage of apartments.
How to make soundproofing in your own apartment in order to say goodbye to noises and vibrations from the outside world? In this article we will try to paint all the most popular materials that will help you get rid of the noise of partitions, porches, neighbors and the street. We will consider the insulation and soundproofing of ceilings, walls and the main advantages of a "floating" floor.
The most common conditions for low sound insulation of an apartment are: the presence of characteristic voids and slot defects in the walls of the apartment, the presence of “funny” and noisy neighbors. How to inexpensively make soundproofing in an apartment qualitatively and permanently while getting a decent result? The experts of our company have prepared information for you, thanks to which you can overcome this problem based on your own budget and needs.
Soundproofing in the apartment. What materials are better to choose?
What is the best soundproofing? This is a complex and at the same time personal issue, which must be approached carefully. The effectiveness of future sound insulation depends on which option is chosen: a “floating” floor, frameless cladding of the room or a frame design. Well, the most important thing will be, of course, the materials for soundproofing the apartment.
Soundproofing with mineral wool. Advantages and disadvantages.
Mineral wool is the most affordable material, and this is captivating. Its cost is low and it is able to prevent the penetration of various noises up to 95%. Structural, airborne noises, all that she can handle. But there are also disadvantages...
Hygroscopicity is one of the main disadvantages. A high level of hygroscopicity (humidity) reduces to "no" all the soundproofing properties of mineral wool. That is, if it happens in the house (God forbid) then from the neighbors, it will be almost impossible to restore the acoustic properties of mineral wool. This is of course the personal choice of the owner, but the market for soundproofing materials for an apartment does not end with only mineral wool, although the latter is very common in building hypermarkets.
- To achieve the maximum effect, several layers of mineral wool will be required, which will significantly occupy the living space of the apartment.
- The use of mineral wool is a budget option, but not entirely practical.
Regarding other disadvantages of mineral wool, the emission of fibers can also be attributed, which greatly affects the well-being of children and allergy sufferers. This material is not hypoallergenic.
Soundproofing with cork. Advantages and disadvantages.
Noise isolation in an apartment with the help of cork coatings is, first of all, a choice towards environmentally friendly materials that are more moisture resistant than mineral wool. They also have a pleasant design and are not prone to the appearance of mold on the coatings.
The main disadvantages include:
- Burnout under the condition of exposure to sunlight;
- Significant sensitivity to mechanical damage to panels;
- The cost of these panels.
The modern market of soundproofing materials is the best solution for providing protection against noise and vibration!
The modern market of soundproofing materials in Ukraine is quite saturated and some preferences have already been formed. But what do our compatriots use when soundproofing noise? General requirements for soundproofing materials:
- Efficiency. The maximum requirement for such materials is a high level of sound insulation and a minimum "form factor" (volume).
- Cost of materials. A person who wants to make effective soundproofing in an apartment should, first of all, be guided not by cost, but by availability. Cheap cost will definitely not make soundproofing effective.
- Environmental friendliness. Panels must be high tech. Such panels are not able to harm the health of people living in the apartment, animals and the environment.
- Practicality of use. Ease of installation of these panels and aesthetics.
Our experts suggest organizing soundproofing in an apartment using ECOSOUND MACSOUND PROF acoustic boards or acoustic foam rubber from our catalog. The quality of these materials has been confirmed by many tests and applications in apartments and specialized premises.
Soundproofing walls in an apartment or room.
How to soundproof walls in an apartment? For these purposes, you can use the following options:
Practice shows that the most effective is the use of plasterboard structures: chipboard, OSB with specialized sound-absorbing filling. This technique will not only reduce noise in the apartment, but will also allow you to align the walls.
Sound-absorbing materials in rolls or slabs are a good option when it is not possible to assemble a frame structure. They are easily attached to the wall with a specialized adhesive.
We strongly recommend that you, before organizing soundproofing in an apartment, decide on a budget and think about how much you are willing to donate square meters in the room. It is also necessary to understand what is the main source of noise and disturbance in your apartment (source). Because if the neighbors are the source of your discomfort, then you can get by with little blood and soundproof a specific wall. Situations are different, and sometimes a complex solution to the problem may be required.
Soundproof structures made in the frame
How to properly soundproof walls in an apartment using specialized frame structures:
- The use of sealant for the treatment of cracks.
- The use of exclusively elastic fasteners that will not be conductors of vibrations.
- The design should be as thick as possible.
- The structure must be filled 100% with sheet sound-absorbing materials throughout the entire depth of the structure.
- Double-glazed windows and doors with doorways should be made only from high-quality materials and with a certain level of sound insulation.
- It is also necessary to isolate secondary sources of noise and vibration: Pipes, ventilation, heating systems. But we recommend that you first coordinate these works with specialized services and be guided by building codes.
How to improve the sound insulation in the apartment with your own hands? Modern technologies make it possible to produce soundproof materials of such quality and ease of use that, in principle, you can independently install them in your apartment. But if you have more global plans for comprehensive soundproofing, we recommend that you turn to professionals.
How to soundproof the ceiling in your own apartment?
The most common problem is upstairs neighbors who like to make noise and disturb your comfort and relaxation. But perhaps your upstairs neighbors are unhappy with their isolation. The problem lies with the rather low insulation of interfloor floors of multi-apartment residential premises. You should not go into the design features of modern housing, it is easier to carry out personal soundproofing of the ceiling.
What is the effectiveness of ceiling soundproof structures?
We also want to notify our readers that the so-called "soundproof stretch ceilings" are just a marketing ploy, they do not carry any functionality. How to make a full-fledged soundproofing of the ceiling? If you are concerned about the decorative component and need sound insulation, then you can get by with sheet sound-absorbing material, which will more than fulfill its function. If you need a cardinal solution that will protect you from noise, sounds and vibrations, then you will need a drywall frame structure, which will be installed using metal profiles. Such a structure should be filled with 100% soundproofing material with increased density with vibration-proof suspension brackets.
No matter how paradoxical it may sound, but the most effective solution for soundproofing your ceiling is the measure taken by your neighbor upstairs. And this solution is a "floating" floor. But the majority of the inhabitants of our country do not make this decision, because it is the least of their worries.
How to soundproof the floor in the apartment?
Sound insulation of the floor in the apartment is necessary if the source of your discomfort is the noise and vibrations emitted from the lower floors. Most often, the source is a store, cafe or other non-residential premises. If you are worried about the comfort of your neighbors below, then this solution will be optimal.
"Floating" floor with concrete screed. Optimal solution.
How to soundproof the floor? Our experts recommend using floating floor technology. If a radical repair is being carried out, a final one, then maximum sound insulation can be achieved by using the technological installation of noise-absorbing materials on the floor slabs and, already on top of these materials, pour a screed that levels your floor. Important! This screed must not be associated with other building materials used in construction work.
"Floating" floor on logs
When it is not possible to carry out full-scale screed casting work, we recommend using a “floating” floor on logs. Such logs are fastened with the help of specialized vibration fasteners, and the space must be filled with a special vibration-insulating material.
We hope that this material was useful for you and helped to achieve the soundproofing effect of your apartment that you wanted.