DIY noise insulation of the ceiling

Modern housing, in our view, is a harmonious combination of a magnificent interior, complemented by fashionable and comfortable furniture, stylish decor items and a variety of high -tech equipment designed to brighten up and simplify our life. At first glance, it may seem that these signs of this are quite enough to create a comfortable and cozy atmosphere in the house, however, if a constant companion of your housing is noise, it is unlikely that you will experience positive emotions, and think about the appropriateness of high -quality soundproofing of the apartment.

Content:

1. Noise: the main types and methods of liquidation
2. Non -noise insulation of the ceiling: Methods
3. Materials for sound insulation of the ceiling
4. How to do the noise insulation of the ceiling?

• Noise insulation of the ceiling premium
• Ceiling sound insulation system comfort
• Survey noise insulation system economy

5. The complexity of sound insulation of the ceiling

Noise: the main types and methods of liquidation

More than half of the residents of modern multi -storey buildings suffer from noise accompaniment: slight movement of furniture floor above or falling on the floor of a small piece of interior in violation of the technology of noise insulation work mercilessly hits our drum overheads. Extraneous sounds (steps, claps, sharp screams, music) penetrate our house not only through windows and walls, but through the surface of the floor and ceiling, thereby violating a normal lifestyle and delivering a lot of negative emotions.

Experts distinguish between air and structural noises.

To air noise The noise caused by sound waves of fluctuations in air flows can be attributed, which are transmitted through the walls with a powerful source, for example, loud speech or sounds from the speaker of a working tape recorder.

To structural noiseThe noise that arose from any mechanical actions, for example, the blow of a falling object or drilling a surface is considered. In this case, the sound wave is formed on a solid surface (ceiling), and since the speed of sound waves in solid bodies is more than 12 times higher than the speed of sound in the air, such noises are heard quite clearly, for example, the sound of a drill.

There are 2 options for protecting the room from noise from above:

1. Complete sound insulation

All surfaces in the apartment provide complete isolation: ceiling, floor and walls. This method is associated with the implementation of a full range of construction and repair work, which means that, for all its effectiveness, it is quite expensive. In addition, noise -insulating materials occupy the room in the room, so it is better to carry out a complete sound insulation in spacious rooms.

2. A combination of partial sound insulation with a stretch type ceiling

If you began to notice extraneous noises from neighbors from above only after all repair work, it is advisable to use partial sound insulation of the room, in particular, to ensure the sound insulation of the ceiling using special soundproofing plates that are mounted in the ceiling space between the stretch and basic ceiling.

When choosing optimal and reliable means and methods for the noise protection of the premises, you should pay attention to the building material of the construction of the entire housing complex, since each material has its own characteristic operational features and various sound insulation.

Panel houses.Undoubtedly the best solution for sound insulation of apartments in panel -type houses is the method of complete sound insulation. This is explained quite simply. Due to the approximately equal massiveness of the walls and inter -story floors, the noise that arose is transmitted from the above apartment down all the wall structures. The insulation of one ceiling, usually does not lead to the expected effect, in addition to the suspended ceiling, additional sound insulation of walls and even the floor is necessary.

Brick houses.For sound insulation of apartments located in brick buildings with thick walls, partial sound insulation is quite enough, for example, the installation of a soundproof ceiling is guaranteed to solve the problem of unwanted noise from the neighbors from above.

Monolithic-frame houses.Heavy inter-story floors and light internal partitions, which characterize monolithic-frame houses, contribute to the rapid spread of sound waves. In addition, lightweight materials (hollow brick, foam concrete) from which external walls are made, increase thermal insulation and the level of indirect noise transmission.

Non -noise insulation of the ceiling: Methods

The noise insulation of the ceiling in the apartment can be attributed to the most important stage of finishing work, because the calmness and rest of all residents depend on the quality and literacy of the performance. Today, modern materials and innovative technologies for the implementation of construction work allow us to solve this problem, regardless of the complexity and time of its identification .

Among the most common methods of soundproofing the ceiling of the apartment, experts highlight installation of acoustic suspended ceilings and gypsum plasters with soundproofing material, in the role of which can be:

• foamed glass,
• basalt wool,
• cellulose cotton wool,
• kamyshite slab,
• shadow,
• peat -insulating stove,
• polyurethane foam blocks,
• stapel fiberglass,
• Mat from the linen pacley,
• cork coating,
• coconut fiber.

To perform reliable sound insulation of the ceiling, an additional ceiling system should be installed. It can be:

1. suspended ceilingA metal frame on which plates are laid is attached to the overlap;
2. Bearing ceilingThe metal frame is sheathed with drywall.
3. stretch ceiling A tissue or film coating is pulled on the installed special brackets.

The free space between the structures and the main ceiling is filled with a special soundproofing material.

Sound insulation by increasing sound absorption

If the repair is already completed or not the desire to do it, then the installation of an acoustic stretch ceiling based on a specially perforated fabric that has a well -absorbing noise will be a fairly effective means of reducing noise. The main condition for successful use and at the same time restraining the factor is the height of the ceilings. Since the thickness of the finished structure that guarantees a significant decrease in the noise level reaches 120-170 mm, it is recommended to install it in rooms at least 3 meters high.

The combination of the acoustic suspended ceiling and a layer of sound -absorbing mineral wool, placed in the free space between the suspended ceiling and ceilings, forms a sound -absorbing structure. In relation to the room, the design functions as sound -absorbing: the noise that enters the room through the floor and walls is absorbed by the ceiling surface, like the absorption of smells in the refrigerator. The effectiveness of a decrease in unwanted noise by means of sound -absorbing structures is determined by the degree of lace of the room and the thickness of the working layer of the established acoustic ceiling.

A considerable number of fans managed to get cork ceiling. Excellent soundproofing qualities provide natural origin, a special molecular structure of traffic jams and its porous structure.

The rapid development of the construction industry, the emergence of innovative technologies and high -tech raw materials make it possible to create a comprehensive sound -absorbing system based on the use of several noise -insulating materials. It should be noted that specialists often use special soundproofing plates, installed additionally in any ceiling structure. Such plates not only absorb noises from the outside, but also those sounds that form in the room.

So, there are many ways of soundproofing the ceiling with your own hands. Your choice is determined only by the degree of required protection and the height of the ceilings.

Materials for sound insulation of the ceiling

The modern market offers an extensive range of soundproofing materials for walls, floor and ceiling. High quality materials for soundproofing, the variety of design solutions and excellent technical and operational characteristics allow you to achieve high sound insulation in any room. Let us dwell on the main, most common soundproofing materials.

Immediately note: decibel is such a relative value as interest or multiplicity. With decibels, the level of sound pressure is measured, numerically equal to the sound volume level. For clarity, we will transfer DB significantly and get an increase in the soundproofing of the ceiling by 1DB means an improvement in sound insulation by 1.25 times (in this case), 3 dB 2 times, 10 dB 10 times.

ISOTEX soundproofing material.

It became possible to make effective sound insulation of the ceiling independently and without loss of space with the emergence of innovative sound insulation products of the ISOTEX (istex). High efficiency with slight concealment of heights (12-25 mm).

The installation of sound -absorbing ceiling panels provides a sound insulation coefficient -23DB with a 12 mm coating thickness. The basis of the panels is the heat -insulating plates of the ISOTEX (istex), and foil paper is reduced as the finish coating, which reduces thermal losses through the ceiling. Improved noise insulation is achieved by attaching the ISOTEX frameless panels directly on the surface of the ceiling using liquid nails and assembly panels using the spike-puzzle, which guarantees the absence of gaps and cracks, the main sources of sound penetration.

The effectiveness of the panels is proven in practice: the panel system increases the soundproofing of the ceiling in case of loss of much smaller area than when installing frame structures.

Sound insulation of the ceiling ISOPLAAT (isolates)

The use of the ISOPLAAT heat-sound insulating plate (isoplacement) 25 mm + binder/ stretch/ suspended ceiling provides reliable sound insulation in the room. ISOPLAAT panels made from natural coniferous wood without any synthetic and adhesive additives improve the acoustics of the room and effectively absorb noise, drown out shock and air noises that try to break into your peace. The ISOPLAAT plate (isopos) 12 mm allows you to achieve the noise insulation coefficient -23 dB, and the panel of 25 mm is sound insulation - 26 dB.

The fastening of the heat-sound-insulating stove isoplaat (iso payments) on glue without preliminary alignment of the surface makes the process convenient and economical. The plates are distinguished by the presence of one rough, wavy surface, due to which the sound waves are scattered, and the smooth surface, which is subject to further plastering, staining or pasting with wallpaper for ceilings.

Sounds the acoustics for wallpaper.A soundproof membrane for soundproofing walls and ceiling. Effectively reduces domestic noises to 21dB. On both sides is protected by a layer of paper. It is decorated with wallpaper. Rolon length: 14 m. Size: 5x500 mm

Green Glue.High-quality vibration and soundproofing material, absorbing vibration and sound waves, is used in thin frame-type systems. It is attached between the sheets of GVL or GCL. The consumption is 1 tube per 1.5 m2. Tube: 828 ml.

Topsilent BITEX (Polipiombo).A soundproof membrane with a thickness of only 4 mm, which does not have a critical frequency in the frequency range. Allows you to achieve the level of sound insulation of walls and ceiling up to 24 dB. Size: 0.6x11.5m and 0.6x23m.

Texound (Tecsound).Innovative development for creating the thinnest and most effective soundproofing systems of walls, ceiling and floor. The best material for protection against high -frequency noise. It is a heavy mineral soundproof membrane of the latest generation. It differs in large volumetric weight and viscous -powerful properties, which allow you to achieve effective soundproofing of walls and ceiling - up to 28 dB. The thickness of the material is 3.7 mm. Size: 5mmx1,22m.

The eco -subble sounds.Non-woven noise, thermo-insulating material made on the basis of high-strength polyester fiber is used for high-quality soundproofing walls, ceiling and floor. It is successfully used in creating double wall structures and partitions. The thickness of the material is 40 mm. Size: 0.6x10 m.

Sound insulating panels Comfort.Reliable soundproofing material from shock and air noise. Used for soundproofing walls, floor and ceiling. Allows you to achieve a sound insulation level up to 45 dB. The thickness of the material varies within 10 - 100 mm. Size: 2.5 mx0.6m and 3mx1.2m.

Eco -acoustics.Modern noise-thermal insulation material of the new generation made of polyester fiber for high-quality soundproofing walls, ceiling and floor. Fixed out without the use of glue, by heat treatment. Material thickness: 50 mm. Size: 600mm x 1250mm. Color: green, white, gray. Packaging: 7.5 m2.

Sound insulation PhoneStar.Modern material for soundproofing walls, floor and ceiling. Contains several layers. Allows you to achieve the level of sound insulation up to 36 dB. The thickness of the material is 12mm. Size: 1195x795mm.

Schumanet-bm.Basalt -based mineral panels for soundproofing walls, ceiling, partitions. The average sound absorption coefficient reaches 0.9. The thickness of the plate is 50 mm. Dimensions: 1000x600 mm. The packaging contains 4 plates. Number in packaging: 2.4 m2.

Fkustik-metal Slik.The soundproof membrane, consisting of 2 layers of polyethylene foamed with a lead plate, is designed to sound insulation of walls, ceiling and floor. Allows you to achieve the level of sound insulation up to 27.5 dB. The thickness of the layers is 3 mm/0.5 mm/3 mm. Size: 3x1m.

Akustik-Stop.High -tech noise -absorbing pyramids based on foamed polyurethane are used to sound insulation of walls and ceiling in studio -type rooms. Sound absorption reaches 0.7-1.0. Thickness: 35/50/70 mm. Size: 1x1 m; 2x1 m.
 
The speaker sounds.A high -tech solution for the sound insulation of walls and ceilings made of drywall and laminate floors. The noise insulating membrane with a thickness of only 5 mm allows you to reach the level of sound insulation up to 21 dB. Density of 30 kg/m3. Size: 5.0x1.5m.

Thanks to modern technologies and soundproofing materials of a new generation, you can successfully combine various types of insulation. For example, a combination of a membrane that absorbs sound waves, and plates of such a functional purpose will allow you to create a highly effective soundproofing system that reliably protects both external noise and sounds inside the apartment.

How to do the noise insulation of the ceiling?

So, if you are not satisfied with the noise coming from the street or from neighbors from the apartment from above, it is time to closely engage in soundproofing the ceiling. To do this, you can use the services of a professional master, he will advise you and help you choose the optimal sound insulation method, purchase the necessary materials, and you will only have to enjoy the long -awaited silence in your apartment. However, services of this kind will cost you expensive. Is it worth overpaying if you can do the whole complex of simple work yourself?

We will try to help you in this matter and consider the main options for making an effective sound -absorbing ceiling system.

The most effective noise -absorbing ceiling system is considered to be a frame soundproofing system of drywall ceiling, based on the use of soundproof membranes. Thanks to the use of a small amount of modern materials and reliable mounting methods, you will get optimal effectiveness with a small thickness of the finished design.

Noise insulation of the ceiling premium

To install the sound insulation system of the premium ceiling made of drywall with 2 layers of Texound 70 and 2 layers, you have to perform the following sequence of work:

• glue a layer of thermosuroisol on the ceiling;
• on top of dowels and glue attach the first layer of membrane material Texound 70;
• set the suspensions on the rods or straight suspensions to the ceiling;
• fix the profile 60x27 and perform a crate between the profiles. Since the design promises to be difficult enough, check the reliability of all fasteners and use at least 5 suspensions per 1 sq.m.
• fill in the free space between the profiles with noise-absorbing material from the Rockwool mineral plate (density 40-60 kg/cubic meter);
• the front surfaces of the profile, which look towards the wall surface, paste the texture material of the texture material of Texound 70;
• install the first sheet of GKL on the profile. Then secure the composition from the second sheet of the GCL and the second layer of the textbook of Texound 70.

The greatest efficiency of the premium soundproofing system will be ensured by an air gap of 50-200 mm between a layer of membrane material Texound 70 and a layer of mineral wool. It should be noted that the thickness of the air gap determines the thickness of the finished soundproofing system of premium - 90 - 270 mm. Here you will have to make a difficult choice in favor of silence or volume of the room.

Ceiling sound insulation system comfort

The technology for installing a soundproofing ceiling system Comfort with 2 layers of textbook Texound 70 is similar to the installation of the premium system, however, several fundamental differences can be distinguished:

1. the absence of an air gap between the first layer of membrane material of the texture 70 and a layer of mineral plate;
2. gCL sheets with textbooks 70 are replaced by a composition of one plasterboard sheet and a layer of texture of texture 70. The thickness of the finished sound insulation system of the ceiling comfort is only 80 mm.

Survey noise insulation system economy

The technology for installing the noise insulation system of the Economy ceiling with a 1 layer of the Texound 70 membrane resembles the installation of a system of comfort with only small differences:

• a layer of thermosuroisol and membrane material Texound 70 is not installed directly on the floor plate;
• direct suspensions are necessarily wrapped on all sides of the texture of Texound 70. The thickness of the finished soundproofing system of the economy ceiling is only 66 mm.

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The complexity of sound insulation of the ceiling

When installing the ceiling sound insulation system, you may face some inconvenience and difficulties:

1. All work is carried out on top, which means that installation will require the participation of two, or even more people, the use of construction forests that you will have to rent or buy;

2. The cost of high -quality soundproofing materials from trusted manufacturers, however, as well as the cost of soundproofing the ceiling, is comparable with the cost of subsequent decorative design;

3. In the case of moisture enters the zkukoisolation structure, there is a high probability of damage to mineral or basalt wool. To avoid such risks, use more expensive and moisture resistant material, for example, cork.

You can clearly familiarize yourself with the creation of the best sound insulation of the ceiling by watching a video on YouTube.