The advantages of using soundproof underlay

While trying to soundproof a floor, there are several considerations unique to every installation that will have to be addressed to accomplish a substantial reduction to the level of undesired noise.

These include the noise type, is its impact noise or the transfer of airborne noise, the amount of space available to install the flooring soundproofing materials and the overall budgetary restrictions.

Where space is at a premium, a great option to complete floor soundproofing can be offered through the use of soundproof underlay. These are special mineral foam mats that can be laid below wooden floors or carpets and strikingly lessen undesired impact and airborne noise.

There are several advantages from using soundproof underlay, including:

Enhanced floor sound insulation properties

A soundproof underlay offers a substantial reduction in impact noise, specifically when caused by footsteps on a wooden floor and can also assist to lessen the transfer of airborne noise to the supporting structure. Just like any soundproofing product, it is just as good as the weakest link, so it is always worth making sure that the walls are properly soundproofed to prevent any undesired lying.

Minimal enhancement in floor level

As the underlay is of a comparable density to standard carpet underlay, and can in some situations work as a direct replacement, it is possible to add an extra level of soundproofing without having to substantially enhance the floor height.

Conveniently installed

Acoustic underlay can be directly laid on the sub-floor in specific domestic situations, or alternatively fixed down with a bonding adhesive. When there is possibly a heavy traffic, it is frequently recommendable to add an extra layer of acoustic board on the top of the underlay to make sure less wear to the acoustic underlay and also eradicating the hazard of the carpet rucking under wheeled furniture.

Can be used to assist in meetingPart E Regulations

In flat conversions, an easy acoustic underlay can strikingly lessen both impact noise and airborne noise which assists the development to meet Part E of the US building regulations.

Completely recyclable

Some acoustic underlay and sound absorbing ceiling panels are completely recyclable once their working life is completed assisting to lessen landfill waste and the environment.

100% US Manufactured

By using products that are sourced and marketed in the US, the lesser miles the acoustic underlay will have had to travel and will therefore have a substantially lower carbon footprint than its imported equivalent by Noisemaster. It also directly benefits the US economy and supports local manufacturing.

If your underlay is carried out successfully, then there is nothing but serenity and peaceful times ahead. Most carpet underlay has a density between 600 and 10mm so it will provide underfoot feel, and hence the best convenience. Just lay it down and then allow the softer acoustic underlay work its magic. You will notice the difference almost instantly.

Since 1998, O’Neill Engineered Systems has been specializing in the custom design and installation of noise control products and systems to help you control noise. We can provide on-site acoustic analysis,