Resilient Channels, sometimes abbreviated as RC or Z Channel, are some of the most common components installed on projects requiring additional soundproofing (higher STC ratings). While they provide a significant improvement in decoupling the structure-borne noise in walls, they should not be seen as a panacea for all noise issues. Over the past 20 years, […]
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Common Mistakes with Resilient Channel Use of Resilient Channel on walls with mounted objects This mistake leads to an immediate STC reduction of 5-6 points or more. Mounted objects, such as TVs, cabinets, book cases, shelves, or other products that are not mounted with drywall anchors, create a structural bridge which greatly reduces the effectiveness […]
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Accurate Acoustic Details are a critical element to any project’s ultimate success. While great care is generally taken to specify STC-rated wall assemblies and IIC-rated flooring assemblies, the field performance is often highly dependent on details including boundary conditions, edge interfaces, and treatment of wall and floor penetrations. Architectural Acoustic Details are equally critical to […]
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There are two complementary principles of soundproofing – flanking and workmanship. Sound Flanking Pathways 1% Rule: “Flanking” is the process of sound bypassing the partition through its path of least resistance. The 1% rule declares that a 1% opening in a partition will allow 50% of the sound to pass through. A corollary is that […]
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Commercial Acoustics Floor Blokker Lite is a highly engineered, lightweight 0.10″ thick sound-damping underlayment that is designed to be installed underneath engineered hardwood and laminate finish flooring to create quieter living or working spaces throughout an entire location.
Floor Blokker Lite Sound Underlayment significantly reduces footfall and impact noise from transferring to the room below. It is made from highly resilient polyester fibers built to cushion impact and withstand heavy foot traffic. Engineered with a flexible layer of protection that contains fibrous polyester insulation, designed to limit sound from traveling and to keep spaces quiet.
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Sound Issues fall into a few basic categories. By correctly defining and categorizing your sound problem or concern, you can effectively design a treatment for the space without spending money on unnecessary mitigation approaches that do not yield results. Contact Us About Your Sound Issues Checklist to Determine Noise Issue and Treatment Options: What is […]
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Soundproofing Walls – Increase STC, Decrease Cost You lose 7 STC points by moving from 25‐gauge studs at 24” on center to 20-gauge studs at 16” on center. This cannot be emphasized enough – the number one factor in the soundproofing capacity of a wall is the studs, and not the drywall. The notion of […]
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Press Release: An Innovative Publication – Architectural Acoustics Practical Handbook Now Available
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Tampa, FL – In a time during the COVID crisis when many small businesses are struggling to keep their doors open and their employees paid, some have found the opportunity to thrive in their niche. Walker Peek, founder and CEO of Commercial Acoustics, has recently written and published a unique soundproofing handbook for use by […]
IIC Rating Calculator There are a number of factors that determine the Impact Insulation Class, or IIC, of your floor-ceiling assembly. These include the finish floor, the substrate, and the ceiling system below, in addition to your choice of sound mat or soundproofing underlayment. Use our IIC Calculator below to determine what IIC your flooring […]
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Wall Blokker Lite Data SheetWall Blokker Lite Specs
Commercial Acoustics Wall Blokker Lite is a specially designed 0.6 lb/sf, 1/16″ thick, EVA-based soundproofing membrane engineered to block the transmission of sound waves. The membrane combines sufficient Mass to reflect airborne sound energy, and Flexibility to dampen structure-borne noise. Wall Blokker Lite has a stand-alone STC-rating of 21, and can improve partition STCs to 50-70+. This product is ideal for soundproofing metal-stud walls.
Wall Blokker Lite soundproofing material is a high density, non-porous material that exhibits a non-resonant quality due to its elastic nature. Wall Blokker Lite is simply stapled or nailed directly to metal or wood studs, and drywall is installed directly on top.
Durable and Resilient, Wall Blokker Lite was designed as a lightweight, affordable alternative to other sound membranes, tested on assemblies most common in the Hospitality and Multi-Family industries.