What makes Mass Loaded Vinyl (also known as MLV) effective and what are its limitations? While it’s been around for several decades there is still a lot of misinformation about MLV within the construction industry. First and foremost, it should not be considered a “panacea”. While effective in many assemblies, it may not be as […]
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Case Study: STC Ratings in Apartment Complex The following case study was completed for an architecture firm in Central Florida in early 2017. The intent was to review STC (Sound Transmission Class) ratings of standard wall assemblies that were being designed and specified by the internal architect. While the assemblies were expected to achieve STC […]
Quietrock and Soundbreak Alternative Acoustically enhanced gypsum board, such as Quiet Rock or SoundBreak, is commonly used in the construction of high STC (sound transmission class) wall and ceiling assemblies. It contains a viscoelastic gel layer in the center which is sandwiched between two thin drywall layers. Uses include but are not limited to educational, […]
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As the amount of technology and automation grows in new “Smart Homes” across America, there is another silent, growing problem – soundproofing. These homes are outfitted with 7.1 speaker systems, entertainment centers, in-home theaters, and even music studios. However, all of this technology integration can create a noisy environment that installation firms don’t always know […]
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A new-construction custom home was being completed in Tampa, FL in February 2017. Outfitted with some of the most recent technology, the owner was concerned about excessive noise from the playroom and entertainment room upstairs, as well as insulating the Master Bedroom downstairs. The framing was made of 6” wood studs, with ceilings at 12’ […]
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Sound Issues in the Old Hotel Initially opened in the 1920s, the historic Fenway Hotel is due to be reopened later this year as a boutique hotel. While the transformation included cosmetic and functional upgrades, there was one portion of the hotel renovation that called for soundproofing expertise – the noise transfer between rooms. Construction […]
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When designing or building a new movie theater, it is critical to consider the movie-watching experience, from seating locations to auditorium reverberation and attenuation between adjacent theaters. Soundproofing the movie theater is one of the key considerations. Challenges of Soundproofing Movie Theaters Whether you have unique sound requirements or standard THX constraints, the wall thickness, […]
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It’s a common occurrence: you see a 1-page data sheet claiming light-weight and inexpensive materials getting IIC – Impact Insulation Class – ratings of 70 or higher. These data sheets are littered with incomplete information and undefined assemblies. When you request the test data, it’s either difficult to attain, or when received, completely irrelevant. So, […]
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Find Basic Tips for Reducing Mechanical Noise There are a number of mechanical systems in nearly every building that can cause annoying hums, drums and vibrations. Unlike traditional soundproofing and absorption techniques, these are dependent on a number of other characteristics innate in the machine’s operation – including size, frequency, and mounting conditions. Treating a […]
Commercial Acoustics was contracted to perform acoustic consulting services for a multi-family property in upstate New York where residents were complaining of excessive noise, particularly from adjacent stairways and from footfall above. After initial review and discussion with the client, Commercial Acoustics traveled to the site and performed a number of acoustical tests for structure-borne (AIIC) […]