How to soundproof ? This is some woman talking about Ian getting soundproofing. Then company babble on. This is how to but doesn't show how to. Just a sales pitch
This is not explaining "How To" soundproof one's own wall; it's a sales pitch telling people to call a number. Misguiding video title, and on top of that, the sales pitch is also repeated as replies to our comments here in the comments section.
Some of the replies show a blog which we hope acts as a useful tool in answering any further questions about soundproofing a wall against noisy neighbours. As soon as restrictions are lifted and it is safe to film within someones home, we will certainly be producing a step-by-step guide for the ProSound™ SoundBoard 4 (similar to the ReductoClip Direct to Wall soundproofing option, which you might find useful: th-cam.com/video/dOihHlpZMpc/w-d-xo.html
thank you for this, my neighbor died last year and left her house to her alcoholic son who leaves the TV on full blast all night (and who is constantly swearing and screaming), defiantly look into this as mine and my childrens health has really been struggling the past few weeks.
Hi Nika, thank you for your comment. I can completely understand your situation, we hear this kind of story every day. The good news is we can certainly help. However, with this kind of noise problem, loud TV at full blast, I would be recommending a higher performing system. The SoundBoard 4 is more for vocal level noise. Have a look at our ReductoClip system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
@@M.K-SAVE Not much that I or anyone living there could do anything about it. If I had a girl with me I always turned on the TV or radio. If the dates I brought home had known about how sonically transparent the walls were it would have put the kabash on anything happening.
@@Rhaspun i had the same problem 7 years ago in college. I used earplugs back then and it was effective....now the same earplugs are bad. Looks like the manufacturer changed the formula. I tried to use them today as i have noisy neighbours but no use.
It is a science. Most people living in condos or townhouses share common walls. Many people are self-centered (like people who don't use their car turn signal thinking they're the only one on the road and only think about themselves and what they're doing). So your neighbour may turn on the TV or stereo as loud as they want and not even consider it might be bothering someone else -- when they're the centre of the universe -- no one else exists. Also, people seem to love hardwood flooring more than carpet -- and hardwood flooring is very acoustic and will travel sound waves to anything connected which includes other rooms or apartments. If they have a sub-woofer on their hardwood floor -- then every floor on that level, even next door -- is going to get that bass boom boom vibrating. And no neighbor would even think to put a piece of carpeting under their sub-woofer on their hardwood floor -- that would be too considerate). It's a matter of better building construction -- or more considerate people who need to realize when walls are attached, so are vibrations. It's just science.
I just bought a 1930s semi. Never heard a peep from the neighbors during multiple viewings but the first night in the house and I can hear everything from their living room. So much for thinking old houses had thicker walls. I'm already thinking about how soon until I can sell this place without buyers asking why.
Hi GameOverFool, sorry to hear this, but sadly you are not alone. This might be worth a read: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
Thanks for this video. The construction of most of the newer apartment buildings is terrible and they have the audacity to charge excess. Really sad I tell ya. My family and I got into a 3 bedroom townhome/duplex for close to $200 less than what we were paying for a 2 bedroom apartment.
I’m so pleased this solution has worked for her! I completely empathise with her, having moved from a horrible noisy neighbour to a 50s build house, with lovely elderly neighbours adjoined who are generally quiet but the sound proofing is poor so general speech/television can still be heard. Needless to say I am so heartbroken / fed up after moving, we’re having sound proofing done next week (independent wall & with rockwool/matting), I am hopeful this will work for us xx or I might have a full on nervous breakdown :(
merce it has reduced the noise but it hasn’t gotten rid of it completely :( I’ll be honest and say that I am disappointed xx TBH if you can’t afford to move I’d say get it done to reduce the noise for your own sanity xx
Thanks for the ultra quick response - i am considering it but we've spent so much renovating this house that its not an option to move again any time soon. *sigh* Don't give up.
merce I’m so sorry, it’s so hard isn’t it, especially when you’ve worked so hard :( do try it, if it reduces it, that will definitely make you feel better xx I really hope you guys have good results x
I'm thinking of doing something like that, but my apartment is quiet and i can hear only my neighbors when they shout and its only form one dividing wall. Did you you normal rockwool or special acoustic ? And who installed it for you? Someone who knows what they are doing or DIY? How much quieter it is , what would you say? 50% , 75% ,90%? Sry for so many question and tnx for your time.
Excellent ! I am planning on this for my new property and also the ceilings and floors, as even dropping a pen and it rolling is just a mild irritation but that is still like they are in the room with you.
Just spent quite a bit of money with the Soundproofing Store and it all got delivered today! Very exciting. Have opted for Soundboard 4 for 2 rooms and Reductoclips on 2 rooms. I'm hoping that 1:21 will be me in a couple of weeks.
@Tron Hello - I haven't installed a full wall so far with the Soundboard 4 yet, however, I have completed a wall using the Reductoclips - 1 down 3 to go. We are also putting in Earthwool into the floor joists as well. I'll keep you in the loop!
Hi Sorry to bother you, was wondering if you had everything installed now, and if so, how it all worked out for you? Did the Soundboard 4 do a good enough job, or is the Reductoclip noticeably better? Alsodid you put earthwool between the floor joists in a downstairs room with a suspended timber floor? I'm just trying to workout how to install it there without it falling down. thanks.
@@chaymation2 Hey Chay. So the long and the short of it. There is no doubt that the Reductoclip does a great job for talking/shouting noise and I found it easier to work with than the Soundboard 4. The soundboard 4 is HEAVY. If it's impact noise and bass, just move. It isn't worth the effort and pain to find out your efforts have been wasted. Yes, the Soundpoofing store will say "you should have built a stud wall and attached the Reductoclip to that" but impact/bass will just flank around it. Earthwool is great and definitely assists with flanking noise, just wear gloves - it's horrible. All in all, we probably spent £4000 and many hours working on it.
Uk has the worst housing for the costliest price.... Seems like a manipulated market where all the developers have come to an agreement to provide substandard housing for the highest possible profits. Sound proofed walls should be a basic construction requirement. Shameful for an advanced country.
i can understand your issues i am in a brand new 2017 unit i can hear my neighbor piss and talk in normal levels the good news is i am renting and my wife and i just bought a condo with no one on either side richard in the tropics
This is all well and good for general noise such as conversations and TV noise, but what about foot fall and doors closing/slamming? And flanking noise in the window walls?
Hi James M, SoundBoard 4™ is for general household airborne noise. For impact noises or for louder more extreme levels of noise, you need to look at our ReductoClip system: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system Noise flanking down external walls is quite rare, but if you can clearly hear sound coming out of the adjoining external wall, you will need to address this wall as well.
@@SoundproofingStore yes it's quite shocking the noise that is flanking down the external wall. We even get neighbours cooking smells in rooms the opposite end of the house. I can't help but think it would be a bigger job to sort that issue out i.e blocking off the cavity wall at the party wall by means of bricking it off perhaps, rather than just a simple soundproofing techniques? Do you have any suggestions on this matter? Also, is it easy to effectively soundproof a chimney?
@@jamesm9434 we can happily discuss this in more detail with you and advise accordingly. If you wanted to call 01423 206208 to speak to one of our technical team. With regards to soundproofing a chimney, this blog might be of interest: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
Got some boards fitted couple months ago, i should say they done the trick 😉 cant hear a damn thing Amazing ey...so got the whole house done, can now sleep at peace thanx for this vidy 🤗🤗
Most fire places have 4 layers of brick (heavy mass) so rarely allow airborne sound to pass through. Where you may get sound issues is when the fireplace has been compromised by removal of bricks.
WRONG, a party chimney breast above the throting [where the mass end's as you call it] is constructed of 9 inch brickwork and each flue is separated by 4 inch brickwork called a withe , so the breast is basically hollow, most terrace houses up to the 1960's were built this way, so not insulating the chimney breast is a waste of time and money.
And you have the same on the neighbours side, giving you more brickwork and mass between one dwelling and the other where the chimney breast is, than in the alcoves. Yes, if the noise level is excessive, then we would need to address the chimney, but with household level noise, just soundproofing the alcoves delivers excellent results in most cases. We soundproof party alcoves multiple times a week, and we always get an excellent result, unless there is a weakness in the chimney breast allowing sound to leak, or the neighbour has removed their chimney breast. Then we board the whole wall. The test data speaks for itself.
Wouldn't the ceiling need to be insulated as well though?, as surely the sound would still travel through the space between her ceilng and the floor above??
Hi BlockABoots, in this instance the sound was coming through the party wall. This can vary in different properties and with different types and levels of noise. Our best advice would be to listen when you can hear the noise and do an ear test against the wall, alcoves, chimney (if applicable) the same can be done listening for noise coming through the floor and ceiling. The most cases the vast majority of unwanted noise from next-door will be coming through the wall.
@@SoundproofingStore yes I understand that but my point was there is the part of the wall between the ceiling and the floor above which you won't be able to cover unless you lift the floorboards in the room above to gain access to that part of the wall. Or would this not make much difference?
@@SoundproofingStore My neighbours love knocking on the shared wall. Can it block those kind of sharp loud sudden noises? Considering adding a foot thick filled dry wall to the shared wall to try and block out the sound.
@@DavidSmith-oy4of Knocking sounds are what we call Impact Noise. When an physical impact is carried out against the wall (also like banging doors and cupboards, heavy foot traffic etc), this creates a huge vibration in the structure. That vibration travels through solid materials easily. So unfortunately adding more mass to the wall isn't going to solve that problem whetehr its our SoundBoard 4 or a foot thick dry wall! You need to de-couple the wall and add resilience to the wall. For this, you need our ReductoClip system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
Currently watching because new neighbors just moved in and they are playing their music soooo loud right now!!! We hear them running through the house and everything 7am to 2am every single day. We are in houses on separate lots but only about 6 feet exterior wall to wall. We’ve never had this problem with anyone else who has lived there but I cannot do this.
I am experiencing similar situation. Don't want to fall out with anyone but........ Gonna look into sound proofing... Covid 19 restrictions are hard enough without this additional worry.
@@sandragolding7466 We actually had them wake us up at midnight the other night blaring Genie in a Bottle (I wish I were joking 😅) and my husband had to go over and ask them to turn their music down. They haven’t been loud since then or we’ve just gotten used to it.
@@b.cooper9964 Really??? I have been so tempted to go over there. I have had to knock the wall 3 times now. I need my sleep for sure. Don't need this.... :-(
@@b.cooper9964 The audacity of people. Its frustrating. I have spoken politely to my neighbours & I don't want to go down the route of tit4tat revenge...but it's sooo infuriating! So I can understand your dilemma! Hope things improve. 🙏
Hi Louise, it all depends on the size of the wall really, but it's certainly cheaper than moving house! If you get in touch with your wall measurements (width and height), I can give you an idea of cost. Best thing to do is get in touch direct by emailing sales@soundproofingstore.co.uk
I figures out when during the day my neighbors sleep and blast music out high and bang on the walls. When they ask me, I give them the same answer they give me, "It is from the people upstairs"
Oh my gosh. I can soo relate ... my neighbour's say the same thing to me when I query them re their silly o'clock noise levels. It's so frustrating. I live alone next to two very loud women... I am now waiting bated breath that my Soundproofing will work... am paying an arm & leg for it. 😞
@@MA-ws3hx I moved to a new appartment and made sure the walls are thick from the contractors. Especially that it is a studio appartment. Let me know how yours work. Really would appreciate the feedback
64db is a very conservative reading for a tv imho. 80-100 more realistic. No way that is going to be rendered imperceptible by some overboarding alone.
The wall itself offers some reduction and you listen to a very very loud TV considering a drum kit gives off about 85db. A normal human conversation is around 65db and then if you add another 10 db you get another halving of sound added and another 10db you get a further halving of noise added. All of a sudden your perception of TV noise is damaging ears.
Best soundproofing option available A DETACHED HOUSE 🏠 and that stuff they put on the wall will make little difference, you’ve got floor joists, ceiling joists going into the party wall, which will transfer noise, you need to make a cavity between the two buildings, put stud work up, use rockwool in between the studs and double plasterboard it with sound board, all the best
Ste P - You're right, a detached house would be ideal, but we don't all have that luxury. So we need a solution for the property we have. Normal household levels of airborne sound doesn't create enough vibration energy to transfer through floor/ceiling joists. It would be different if you are talking about excessive noise levels (amplified music etc), but for normal household noise levels this isn't a problem. The airborne sound is travelling through the party wall. Our SoundBoards perform far higher than Rockwool and plasterboard and takes up a fraction of the space. Sound is blocked by mass and our SoundBoard4 has more mass than 2 layers of acoustic grade plasterboard. So for people needing a decent level of domestic soundproofing in a semi detached or terraced property, this is an ideal solution.
Hi @@Echo-o-o there is quite a lot going on here, please feel free to contact us on (01423) 206208. To advise on the correct solution it would be useful to know more about the structure / layout of the building and where you are hearing the noise. e.g. through a wall, ceiling, floor (or a combination). In the meantime, it might be useful to look at the highest performing solution for walls: The ReductoClip Independent Wall Solution: th-cam.com/video/R2gvGyE6kTE/w-d-xo.html These blogs on how to soundproof a staircase might also be of interest: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-stairs www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-communal-stairs
Thanks,@@SoundproofingStore . No communal stairs here. I rent one side of a 2-story duplex. Each flat has its own floating wooden stairway that leads from a hardwood 1st floor to the top floor with wood vinyl flooring on my side, not sure about the other side. While no part of either apartment is directly over the other, when downstairs and they are walking upstairs, it still sounds like they are walking on my head. The impact of walking travels across from one side to the other. My neighbors are not going to soundproof their stairway, or anything else. I am unable to work and live on a very low income. I need a way to block or absorb sound for 12-18 months until my plan to get out of here can materialize.
Hi@@Echo-o-o to successfully address the impact noise you are describing, this really needs to be treated at the source (before it then enters the structure of the building).
Hi Chicken Tikka, SoundBoard 4 offers an excellent performance against medium levels of noise (such as the odd clear words, conversation, music and TV noise). For the bass music you mentioned, you would need to use a higher performing wall soundproofing solution, like the ReductoClip™ Independent Wall System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system You may also need to treat the floor and other walls depending on how much sound is 'leaking through' these areas.
Hi Meeka b - Absolutely right, soundproofing should have much more priority in building. Soundproofing is now part of building regulations for new dwellings built since 2003 (UK), but even this is just a minimal level. We try to far exceed building regs wherever possible.
The Soundproofing Store Unfortunately that doesn't seem to be on Canada. I just moved into a new buiding built last year and there is pretty much no sound proofing. I can hear everything. Especially my upstairs neighbor that loves to walk all nigh long. Sounds like a zoo up there and it's only one person. Rare to find a place with decent sound proof.
That's a shame, sorry to hear that. We do seem to be taking it a little more seriously nowadays in the UK. I would say to give us a call and we'll help, but I don't think shipping to Canada will be cheap!
moved into a condo 3 months ago.I have never spoke with the people on either side of me face to face, just a simple hello here and there,but we know everything about each other.I could here a fucking pin drop next door.sometimes When they cough, sneeze or make any noise It takes me a second to get out of fight or flight mode cuz I think somebody is in my place unwelcomed like.There phone rings I start going for mine.My wife has the same phone alarm as one of them...it fucks me up.thank god they are average decent people it seems as far as noise goes.I just pretend we are roomates cuz we basically are.High ceilings and wood floors don't help-acoustics are crazy here.
I'm guessing you're in the USA? Houses over there really aren't built very well for sound. But the good news is, you don't need to live with it. There are companies like ourselves that can help.
If you can't hear them, how do you know that they are actually speaking and you just can't hear them? Maybe the installation crew just kill them and installed $2.00 panels on your place.
Hi James, there is no set answer for this unfortunately, it depends on the property and the noise problem. Generally we find 9 times out of 10 that most people can only hear the noise coming through the alcoves either side, not through the chimney breast or fireplace. In which case you just soundproof the alcoves (like in the video). However, if you're the 1 in 10 that can hear it come through, you need to address the chimney breast / fireplace as well. You need to spend time really listening to the surfaces to figure out exactly where the noise is coming through. It tends to be more common when either yourself or the neighbour have weakened the chimney breast by mounting a TV bracket onto it or something similar. Hope that is of some help.
35db in her room with no noise going on. 64db in the noisy room. After install, 37db in her room when the other room is making 64db. What about the audio level in her room before install? Without this number, the video and the link you’ve been sharing doesn’t actually explain how efficient this wall is.
Hi, So the point of this video was more to show that we had solved the customers problem, more than about detailed sound testing. The aim was to reduce the loud noise from next door to as close to the background noise level as possible. Obviously if having loud noise levels next door was already only registering as background noise level before soundproofing, she would never have called us in the first place! We will take note of this though and try to do more detailed before and after tests on our next video. In the meantime, if you want acurate test data on this product, you can view and download our independant, certified test reports from our website here - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/downloads
I can hear the guy next door changing his mind!!!!......I have to own up, I cant hear the guy upstairs, just HAD to say it lol, I live in a shared house that is old and very strong, cant hear anything and there are 6 of us sharing. I am hear because I want to use a dust extractor for my hobby and need to box it in, this appears to be great stuff
Hi @jonescrusher1 Yes to a degree. It wouldn't double the reduction by doubling the system, unfortunately it doesn't quite work like that, but it would further improve it. For this type of household noise, the more mass the wall has the less sound will get through, so adding another 30kg per m2 of mass is going to further help. However, if you need more reduction because the nosie is very loud or bassy, then you will need a more de-coupled system such as our ReductoClip system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
Hi Peter - There is plenty you can do in a flat if you own the flat or have permission to make changes. There is a solution to most noise problems. Do you mean noise coming from above or below or from next door through the walls?
Won’t help in this case. Food steps on laminate are no air noise, which is filtered from that type of product. Unfortunately. Dealing with the same issue. It’s horrible.
The video should explain about the Soundproof materials used. Isn't this for a sound proofing store ? Yes, there was a problem and the problem was solved - how ? With what ? How much ? Where is it available ? Next time guys 💪
Hi rahul murthy, these blogs might be of interest: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-much-does-it-cost-to-soundproof-a-wall
You can't paint directly onto the soundproofing, you will need to skim plaster over the top and then decorate. The soundproofing isn't designed as a heat resistant material. However, the acoustic grade plasterboard gives the soundproofing a 30min burn time, therefore complying with building regulations.
Hi Kaleb K, the cost depends on the size of the 'decent sized' room. Based on an average size of 4m x 2.3m you'd be looking at £650 inc VAT for the SoundBoard 4 system in the video, not including installation, as 80% of customers install it themselves, (as it's a straightforward DIY installation). This blog goes into more details about the costs of our wall soundproofing systems: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/what-is-the-cost-of-soundproofing-v-s-moving-house If you'd like a quote on specific dimensions, feel free to fill in the below form: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/get-a-quote#Wallquote
How about against neighbor plays music, It's low volume but the bass gets through drives ya mad late at night trying to get to sleep and bass in your ear.
Hi The SoundBoard 4 is very effective for say clear conversation or loud TV, however if you neighbour is excessively loud we offer a higher performing ReductoClip system. Any question please call us on 01423206208 th-cam.com/video/4VpNzFYkA9M/w-d-xo.html
I hate that base sound thanks to my neighbour. I have developed an intense hatred for it. When i hear it anywhere i have to leave or stick my fingers in my ears. Luckily the stereo was removed by bailiffs some months ago So no more. For now.
Hi @biccypequeno, in most instances the fireplace doesn't need soundproofing. Adding mass to the alcoves helps to block airborne noise and chimney breasts are usually constructed of a double layer of fire bricks which are more dense than standard bricks. This means the chimney is (naturally) already more soundproof than the alcoves meaning in 9 out of 10 cases, only the alcoves require soundproofing. Doing a simple ear test when you can hear the unwanted noise coming through the wall (listening to the noise coming through the alcoves and then doing the same against the chimney breast) is a quick and easy way of checking. The below article goes into more detail: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
@@SoundproofingStore All the noise in my house comes through the chimney and fireplaces. If you put your ear to the alcove walls there's hardly any sound, ear to the fireplace wall the sound from next door is loud. It's common as the chimneys in old houses act as echo chambers. Often neighbours mount their TVs on the chimney making the situation worse.
@@SouthIslandSk8 absolutely, having TV's mounted on the chimney breast can certainly lead to problems, as can renovations and removal of some of the fire bricks, or removal of the chimney on your neighbours side. In your situation you would absolutely need to soundproof the chimney. The above article goes into more detail on this, or alternatively please feel free to call us on (01423) 206208 and we will happily discuss this in more detail with you and advise accordingly.
@SoundproofingStore yeah on both sides fireplaces removed and plasterboard up. Imagine sounds travels easily through 12mm drywall and echoes around the flue. Old houses especially terraced are shite. I wish I had known this before buying. Guy in basement 3 floors down next door can hear his phone calls in every room. If he talks loudly. Nightmare. Rooms are small so sucks to put up a false wall and lose even more space
Does this help my neighbors if I'm the loud one? I live in an apartment complex and I have very patient neighbors. But I know that I can be a little loud from time to time. Actually if I'm being honest, I'm probably a way to lound way to often.
Hi, it can work equally in reverse. You will need to determine what type of noise and how loud you are going to be. Have a read of my blog as this simplifies types of noise, loudness of noise and you will be able to decide which solution is best for you. It may be that you need to reduce the level of impact (vibration) or make excessive airborne noise so require the ReductoClip System or similar. th-cam.com/video/4VpNzFYkA9M/w-d-xo.html
This is identical to me in my thinking of buying our house which is old. We also have a fireplace like yours but it's not been blocked like yours. This is my worry about soundproofing is all the noise will come through the fireplaces like a speaker box
Hi As a general rule we normal don't need to soundproof the fireplace as these are normally constructed with a double layer of fire bricks which are far denser than normal bricks so less sound can travel trough the fireplace. If nose traveling through the flue is a concern then we recommend inserting some acoustic mineral wool to absorb noise and to stop it resonating and amplifying in the ceiled chamber.
They put the board straight on the wall. I'm going to soundproof my bedroom and everywhere I read says I should frame the wall and ensure a cavity is there. Rockwool the cavity and then double the plasterboard and also a soundproof boards This seems so much more simple
Hi @5183adam - To reduce the sound energy and vibration that is travelling through the wall, you need to either de-couple the wall, or have resilience to absorb the energy. So screwing plasterboard to the wall won't help because it has no de-coupling or resilience. The very best way to do it, is to build an independent frame, away from the wall but not touching, then soundproof that frame. However, this takes up a lot of space which a lot of people just don't have. So the SoundBoards were designed to be a thin, simple solution. They have a thick layer of acoustic foam, on the back, this separates the hard part of the board from the solid wall and dampens the vibration in between, giving the SoundBoard resilience. So if you want something quick, thin and easy to install, this is the perfect product.
I have a similar house with chimney breasts and alcoves I assume that because the chimney breast has two layers or brick ie in my house and tge neighbours this blocks the noise? My house was built in the mid to late 50s.
Hi Kerr Dorman - In most cases we find this is the case. The extra mass on the chimney breast blocks more sound than the alcoves, so we generally only need to address the alcoves. However, if there is a weakness in the neighbours chimney breast or yours, sound can still come through. So its worth having a good listen to detect exactly where the sound is coming through. But most cases its just the alcoves.
I wonder why there is no sound comming from the fireplace, that wall isnt soundproofed. I have the same problem but I guess its hard to sundproof the chimnbey
Hi @jackphilipsen452, in this instance the chimney breast didn't need soundproofing as the majority of the sound was coming through the alcoves. Chimneys usually have a double layer of very dense firebricks so in many cases naturally deliver a higher level of soundproofing than the alcoves. However, this isn't always the case, and you can indeed soundproof the chimney if it's required. These blogs might be of interest: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-against-awkward-areas
I have this same exact problem. My bedroom is directly on the other side of Neighbors living room. I can hear tv and muffled conversation while I am trying to sleep. Any ideas?? I cant do physical things to the wall such as drilling because I am renting??? Also a friend of mine stated that my walls are concrete.
Hello, the most effective soundproofing against the airborne noise you are hearing would include adding mass (weight) to the wall. Because of this, our solutions are screwed into the wall. Solutions which can be 'stuck' to the wall are not as effective at blocking sound, as they don't contain enough mass. Could it be worth speaking to you landlord? We would be happy to speak to them and yourself and reassure them that once the soundproofing is installed and painted, to look at, you wouldn't know it was there.
Hi myphonesucks, is the dividing wall between you and your brother a stud wall? If so, then SoundBoard 4 will certainly help reduce the conversation noise. Higher performing systems such as our ReductoClip System are also an option depending if it's just talking you are trying to bock, or other noise such as music, snoring etc. These videos might also be of interest: th-cam.com/video/R2gvGyE6kTE/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/huNDsYKLpqo/w-d-xo.html Feel free to call us on (01423) 206208 and we will advise on the best solution for your situation.
"How to soundproof a wall" Step 1. Establish that the wall isn't soundproof. Step 2. Call a company to come out and install soundproofing panels. Helluva video guys...way to show us how to reduce those DESSI-bells!
The point is, if you have a problem with airborne noise, put some heavy mass between you and the noise and it will block it up to a certain level. That principle is applied with the SoundBoard4 - It weighs 35kg per 1.2m2 so that is an indicator of the type of weight required to remove a clear conversation. But dont forget to absorb the small vibration and don't leave any gaps because like your car window being down by a mm the noise will leak.
@@SoundproofingStore The Soundproofing Store The Soundproofing Store yeah, I don't think that point got across in the "how to" video. A description of the product you're using, where to buy it, how much it costs, all more informative than the company review by the "on a morning" "on a nighttime" woman.
The soundproofing solution in the video is the ProSound™ SoundBoard 4™ and is our best performing direct-to-wall soundproofing board. The foam layer within the soundboard dampens sound energy and vibrations and because it is sandwiched between the plasterboard and the wall, acts as an air gap. Whist an independent system offers the highest levels of soundproofing, SoundBoard4 is an extremely effective solution when space is at a premium. Very few people within their own home can afford to build and lose 100mm+ for an independent system.
Hi Steve Sett, in theory you could screw on another layer, however, a better alternative would be to go for the ReductoClip Direct to Wall System which is a higher-performing (proven) system and includes 2 layers of acoustic grade plasterboard: th-cam.com/video/lI2bdQZWyOE/w-d-xo.html www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-direct-to-wall-system
Our tip is to do a simple ear test. Next time you hear noise next door, put your ear up against the alcove wall and get a good sense of what you can hear. Then put your ear against the chimney breast and compare. Chimney breasts include extra layers of brick, providing more mass than the rest of the wall, so 9 times out of 10 are naturally more soundproof. However, every now and again, (especially in older properties), weaknesses can form which allow the sound to get into the flu, and then the sound can resonate inside and amplify. If this is the case and you require advice, please do feel free to contact us; sales@soundproofingstore.co.uk
Ricky D - Not this same system, but we can soundproof ceilings to a high level. Check out our ReductoClip™ ceiling system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-system-for-ceilings
Yes, but its all about how you drop the ceiling, and what boards/how many boards you use. There's many ways to skin a cat, but some ways are better than others.
It looks like the panels were installed so that the walls either side of the chimney breasts are covered. Is this effective enough? Does it have a decent reduction when it doesn't cover the other walls, ceilings etc? I wasn't sure if sound proofing measures have an all-or-nothing effect.
Hi Millerington-Smythe Miller, in this instance, there was no flanking noise coming through the floor or ceiling, it was sound passing through the walls only. Similarly, with the chimney, by doing a simple ear test when you can hear the noise can determine if the chimney needs to be soundproofed too. Chimney breasts are usually constructed of a double layer of fire bricks, which adds more natural mass than that of the alcoves (therefore blocking more sound). This blog goes into more detail with regards to instances where the chimney breast does need soundproofing and the most effective ways of doing so: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney Soundproofing is an all or nothing, in that it has to be the right solution for the type and levels of noise you are trying to block. Also, it is similar to waterproofing, any gaps and the sound will find a way to 'leak' through.
What about the chimney breast and the bricks that have been shoved in the fire you will get a lot of noise from there and not only that she actually seemed to be an actor and the "bedroom" seemed to be more like a set built for an advert, like an advert for the company which would explain the lack of information for doing it yourself.
Pony69er - We can assure you this is a real customer in a real house. To address your question about the chimney breast. The issue here was airborne sound (voices etc). Airborne sound is blocked by mass. Chimney breasts will usually have multiple layers of dense firebrick which naturally contain enough mass to block a high level of sound. So only the alcoves need to be soundproofed. Occasionally weaknesses in the brick work or mortar in older properties can allow sound to leak through, but this wasn't the case in this property.
If you live in an apartment building, sometimes you can throw the main power switch down in the entrance way and put the whole building into the dark age. Takes them a while to get that up and running again.
Very useful video. We have noise (music bass and loud speech) coming through the kitchen wall which has cupboards attached to it. Is it possible to just clad the exposed wall area with Soundboard 4 to get a reduction in the transmitted noise? Thank you.
Hi B Hylands, unfortunately just cladding the exposed areas with SoundBoard 4 will not make much of an impact. SoundBoard 4 is great for household type noise such as the voices, but won't do much against the strong energy of bass. You really need to look at a system like our ReductoClip system: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system th-cam.com/video/4VpNzFYkA9M/w-d-xo.html However, just covering parts of the wall will not help much, the sound will just leak through the non soundproofed areas. So the soundproofing needs to cover the entire wall. You would not be able to fix your kitchen cupboards back onto the ReductoClip wall. So it will be a case of rethinking the layout of your kitchen. If that is not an option, then adding the SoundBoard 4 to the exposed areas like you suggest will certainly be the easiest option. Smaller parts could also be cut to size to fit inside the cupboards, but having realistic expectations that it may not make a very significant difference.
JBone XC I think the neighbours were very happy with the result as well. Soundproofign works both ways, and she did say that she felt they had to be very quiet as to not disturb the neighbours as well as wanting to block their noise out.
Hi S R, if using the SoundBoard4, then radiators can be removed, the soundproofing installed and radiators reinstalled - making sure the screws being used are long enough to go into the existing wall to take the weight.
Hi Nilutpal Saikia, the soundproofing solution used is the ProSound™ Soundboard4™ which is an easy DIY, direct to wall installation. Further details can be found here: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundboard-4
Hi Craig Stevens, yes, if you can hear that sound is coming through the chimney breast as well as the alcoves., then absolutely you can use the ReductoClip™ on the chimney. If you want to e-mail sales@soundproofingstore.co.uk then we can send you some diagrams showing this.
Hi Charli, you certainly can - although depending on the level and type of sound you are trying to soundproof against, you might want to take a look at the higher performing ReductoClip System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system th-cam.com/video/fQcfjqQvtOQ/w-d-xo.html www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-direct-to-wall-system th-cam.com/video/lI2bdQZWyOE/w-d-xo.html
Hi. All our soundproofing boards are independently tested on a single brick wall and our Soundboard 4 achieved a 51dB reduction. Unfortunately we can not offer a guarantee as the instalation is a critical part, also because soundproofing is a little like waterproofing we occasionally may need to consider flanking noise depending on the construction of your property. Please call us on 01423206208 if you would like to discuss this if more detail.
+Strategic Thinker seemed very genuine to me ,why'd you think that ,im guessing she may have got a freebie to endorse but what's she's saying is totally credible
Hi YouStupidBunny, Unfortunately the boards are only designed to reduce standard household noise. Bass creates a very strong vibration energy that needs to be absorbed. You would be better looking at our IsoMax system - th-cam.com/video/jEfkYabRLqQ/w-d-xo.html
In the majority of cases more sound comes through the alcoves than the chimney breast. This is because the chimney breasts are (normally) constructed of a double layer of fire bricks, which are heavier and more dense than the standard bricks used in the alcoves. Often there can also be a small air gap and a double layer of fire bricks on your neighbours side. This extra mass naturally makes the chimney more soundproof than the alcoves. However, it's important to check this in your own property as this isn't always the case. We did check in this property prior to the installation and no sound could be heard coming through the chimney breast, only the alcoves. This blog might be of interest in explaining what to do if sound can also be heard through the chimney breast: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
Did the customer have insulation in the floor, or anything additional under the floor against the party wall to further reduce the sound from next door, or was it assembled exactly how it was demonstrated in the video?
Hi Anthony Yarranton - Thank you for your question. No in this case the only work was installing the SoundBoard 4 on the wall as you can see in the video. In regards to noise coming up through the floor, it's a case by case thing. Having visited the property before hand and spent time listening and investigating, we could clearly hear the noise coming directly through the party wall but nothing coming up through the floor near to the party wall. So we ruled out having to do this. It's still a good thing to add in for best practice, but the customer didn't want us lifting floor boards if it wasn't necessary. However, in a lot of properties this would be necessary.
@Soundproofing Store Thank you for the reply. We are looking to soundproof a party wall with this product in the video. But, the side of the wall is met with hinges on a door that leads to a built-in overstairs storage area. The hinges are approximately 3 cm from the party wall. Can the Soundboard 4 be cut to accommodate them, or will the hinges require moving? (I'll be in touch to discuss options).
@@AYmusic17 Unfortunately not. The soundproofing is going to reduce sound coming through that area you have installed it in. If you have multiple surfaces that sound is leaking through, you need to treat all of those surfaces. It's like waterproofing, if you have two holes in your roof and water is getting in, just plugging one of the holes isn't going to stop the water getting in. You have to find all of the holes and plug them all.
Hi Thomas, this isn't a video of an official sound test, this is just a demo of the boards being installed for a customer and the testimonial of a happy customer. The sound test is just a quick demonstration. All products are sent away to be independently tested to BS EN ISO 16283-1, of which all data can be found on our website.
Just to explain how the decibel system works. As human beings, what we regard as basically a silent room would still register 20 - 30 decibels on a meter. So we are only trying to get down to around 30db for a quiet room not 0db. Reducing the sound from 64db to 37db, is a huge reduction. Secondly, the decibel system is similar to the Rictor scale for earth quakes, its a very steep curve. We hear every 10db as roughly a doubling of volume, or reduction of 10db as a halving of volume. So from 64db to 37db is actually around a 250% reduction in volume not 50%.
I'm thinking of creating a separate stud wall on my party wall which will be filled with insulation then a layer of mlv over the stud wall then on top of that 2 layers 15mm acoustic plasterboard with another layer of mlv inbetween them. Would that work do you think to stop the airborne sound transmission from my neighbours?
Hi Matt Obeirne, there are many ways to achieve sound reduction. Yes, this build-up will certainly do a decent job. It's not a build-up we would use as we have systems we believe to be better. (If you're interested have a look at our wall solutions page to compare them): www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/walls
Hi Digilantz, every property is different, and you are right, occasionally flanking sound can be heard through the adjoining walls, or even the floor. In the vast majority of cases the sound usually comes through the party wall. (As was the case with the property in the video). Doing a simple ear test on the party wall and surrounding walls when you hear the unwanted noise will help ascertain if any flanking is occuring. If it is, then SoundBoard 4 can also be used on the adjoining walls.
Hi Baba Ganoush! When we are talking about household levels of airborne sound, in 9 out of 10 cases the noise doesn't come through the chimney. Airborne sound is blocked by mass and mass = weight. The chimney breast has extra layers of brick meaning more mass. Then the neighbour has extra layers of brick on the their chimney breast meaning more mass. So the chimney breast helps to reduce sound. The alcoves however only have possibly one layer of brick. So if we add more mass to the alcoves, we solve problem. This isn't always the case, and you do need to check to see if sound is coming through just in case. If there is a weakness in the chimney or if the neighbour has removed theirs, then you can have a problem.
can I ask, was it a compromise for space saving purposes, to attach to brick wall directly with screw/rawlplug? As in, I would have though the decoupling properties of the system would be compromised by this method
Hi Eddie Nolan, SoundBoard 4 is designed as a simple direct to wall soundproofing solution (Voted UK wall soundproofing product of the year 2020 ;) Effective soundproofing requires adding as much mass as possible to the wall, therefore any solutions you can stick, or adhere to the wall won't have the required amount of mass needed to help block sound effectively. The SoundBoard 4 is attached by using 9 screws per board and the closed-cell foam layer within the Soundboard 4 also helps to dampen sound energy and vibrations travelling through the screw head, which is so negligible it doesn't compromise the performance of the SoundBoard 4.
How do I put the boards around double electrical sockets? Getting an electrician out to remove it is no option as I have tried everywhere and they are all booked up for months so I will have to go about this on my own. And I am being driven crazy by music next door. Can I just cut and fit the boards around the socket and then use acoustic sealant around it?
Hi Ryan H, as you mention, if moving the sockets to another wall isn't an option, then yes, the alternative would be to make a small hole to pull the cable for the socket through and then fill it with acoustic sealant and refit the socket as a surface mounted socket. A third option would be to fit the soundproofing around the socket and fit a socket putty pad in the back box of the socket. Drilling a hole into the SoundBoards will always create a weakness in the system, hence our advice would always be to move the sockets to another wall (even if it means waiting for an electrician to become available). However...you mention you 'are being driven crazy by music from next door' SoundBoad 4 is an excellent solution for standard household airborne noise. For music and bass tones, then you would need to use a higher performing system that decouples from the original wall, such as one of our ReductoClip Systems. Please see below: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
@@Ryan92230 ideally you would remove the wires and thread them through a small hole in the putty pad. We haven't tried it this way, but potentially you could try splitting the putty pad and moulding it back together round the wires if you really didn't want to remove them.
My place was built in 1880 and the soundproofing in the bedroom is horrific next doors light switch being turned off can make me jump. I can also hear people downstairs as the sound is traveling up the walls - Would this insulation stop that?
Hi Simon Jenkins, we can certainly help and have different solutions for different types and levels of noise. Is the sound definitely travelling up the walls, or is it coming up through the floor? Our wall and flooring solutions can be found here: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/walls www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/floors In this instance, we'd need to know more information before confirming if the SoundBoard 4 would be the correct choice. If you call 01423 206208 a member of the team will discuss this in more detail with you and advise accordingly.
Hi Paul Johnson, if you have a read of this blog, it details the best way to soundproof a chimney: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney Any further questions after reading this, please just let us know.
@@SoundproofingStore hi, thanks for the info. Just 1 more question: We have 2 bedrooms with a party wall and both walls have air vents. These rooms also have vents on the outer walls so covering the party wall vents would still allow air into the room. If I were to cover the vents in the party wall with soundboard 4 would this create issues such as damp and if so is there a way around this problem. Thanks.
@@pauljohnson8016 I'm afraid we couldn't guarantee if covering the party wall would / or wouldn't create any damp issues. You will still have the external vents, so it might be worth checking with a ventilation company to see if this would be sufficient for that particular room.
Hi music, at the time of filming the cost of materials for SoundBoard 4 in this video was £489 inc VAT (not including installation). For an up-to-date quote, please feel free to call us on 01423 206208, or fill out the below form: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/get-a-quote#Wallquote This blog may also be of interest: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-much-does-soundproofing-cost
Hi Rocknroll, in the UK, generally no, you shouldn't need permission just to add soundproofing to your side. If you wanted to double check, no harm speaking to your local building control.
Hi bigbobabc123 In terms of impact noise this is always best dealt with at the source of the impact. I.E. on the floor of the flat above. For impact noise, you would therefore need to look at our SoundMat™ solutions, e.g. SoundMat™ 3 Plus (please see link: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundmat-3-plus) The SoundBoard 4™ as shown in the above video would only be used for walls and is most effective against airborne noise. If you don't have access to the floor above, then you would need to look at soundproofing your ceiling and the most effective system would be the ReductoClip™ Ceiling System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-system-for-ceilings
How do you install this insulation where the joint between ceiling and wall is curved? If installing the stud wall onto a solid wall version does new void created need ventilation?
Hi GameOverFool, If building a stud frame on a curve, you would build square sections, with smaller sections on top of one another, until you get to the top of the curve. You would install the SoundBoard 4 by creating a template of the curve, cutting the SoundBoard 4 and following the curvature of the wall. If installing the SoundBoard 4 directly to a solid wall without a stud frame, you would do the same, but without the stud frame. There is no need for ventilation when building the stud wall in front of a solid wall, as there will be a 10mm air gap.
Hi yes, on a standard brick/block party wall and we recommend using 9 hammerfix 80mm screws for each board. If fixing to a stud wall then you need to locate the frame and attach the boards through the plasterboard, directly to the frame because they weigh approx 34kg each.
Inhad this problem with my appartement i talked ro neighboors they didnt want to understand anyway i started digging my wall everyday from 3AM-4AM with a machine and don't let them sleep well to go to work and their childs as well i make the nose the whole building can hear it lol hahaha after that they stopped making noise
Misleading headline It doesn't tell you HOW to soundproof a wall. What are they using? We already know that soundproofing reduces sound but the impression from the title is that the video would show us how to do it ourselves.
Hi Bob Nic, the system being used is our ProSound™ SoundBoard4. Further details can be found here, along with an installation guide of how to install the product yourself; www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundboard-4 Further information on how to soundproof a wall can be found here: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
If I have a solid brick wall plastered that I get a average reading on my side of 30dba but then jumps up and down when my neighbours speak up to 45dba (taken on a phone app so probably not accurate but voices are clearly heard through the wall)What sort of reduction would I expect with soundboard 4 I don’t have the space to go wider due to doors are close to this wall.
HI Glenn, so 30dB is basically around silent for the average person. Then when your neighbours speak it goes up to 45dB. So that is a relatively low volume, but loud enough for you to hear them. SoundBoard 4 direct to the wall will certainly help. We can never say exactly how much because every wall is different, and every noise is different. You should expect at least a halving of the volume and clarity, for many people the SoundBoard 4 would basically eradicate that level of sound.
Hi glenn surgey, have you had a look at the ReductoClip™ direct to wall system? th-cam.com/video/lI2bdQZWyOE/w-d-xo.html This would take up 60mm and is ideal for medium to loud levels of noise. The SoundBoard4™ takes up just 30mm and is ideal for where space is of a premium (as you have highlighted). The SoundBoard4™ is ideal for medium levels of noise and in human terms, offers a good halving of the noise - like turning a TV from 20 down to 10. Further details can be found here: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundboard-4
Hello MrUniman69, the SoundBoard4™ features a closed cell foam layer (which dampens sound energy and vibrations). Vibration energy created by household levels of airborne sound is very small. Therefore, the amount that will travel down the tiny surface of a screw is so small it doesn't affect the performance. There would only be an issue if the levels of noise were loud or excessive. If this were the case the SoundBoard4™ wouldn't be the right system and a higher-performing system would be needed anyway, such as the ReductoClip™ Independent Wall System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
Please read our latest blog - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
if i got this installed would it stop my neighbors threw the wall from hearing me cause they keep making noise complaints and calling the police
Soundproofing Store I have a room very similar roughly what would the cost be?
How to soundproof ? This is some woman talking about Ian getting soundproofing. Then company babble on. This is how to but doesn't show how to. Just a sales pitch
Hope this helps: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
My neighbour called police 50 times in argument with neighbour above me.
Great video, glad she finally got peace. I play 10 hours of white noise and it tunes out the world and it doesn't disturb anyone.
This is not explaining "How To" soundproof one's own wall; it's a sales pitch telling people to call a number. Misguiding video title, and on top of that, the sales pitch is also repeated as replies to our comments here in the comments section.
Some of the replies show a blog which we hope acts as a useful tool in answering any further questions about soundproofing a wall against noisy neighbours. As soon as restrictions are lifted and it is safe to film within someones home, we will certainly be producing a step-by-step guide for the ProSound™ SoundBoard 4 (similar to the ReductoClip Direct to Wall soundproofing option, which you might find useful: th-cam.com/video/dOihHlpZMpc/w-d-xo.html
I coud easily sew these liers. this video is such BS focused on sale.
Agree! Wish I had gone to comments before watching!
thank you for this, my neighbor died last year and left her house to her alcoholic son who leaves the TV on full blast all night (and who is constantly swearing and screaming), defiantly look into this as mine and my childrens health has really been struggling the past few weeks.
Hi Nika, thank you for your comment. I can completely understand your situation, we hear this kind of story every day. The good news is we can certainly help. However, with this kind of noise problem, loud TV at full blast, I would be recommending a higher performing system. The SoundBoard 4 is more for vocal level noise. Have a look at our ReductoClip system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
@@SoundproofingStore thank you i'll check it out
I remember the apartment I had when I was in college. I could hear drawers being slid open.
How did you address the problem?
@@M.K-SAVE Not much that I or anyone living there could do anything about it. If I had a girl with me I always turned on the TV or radio. If the dates I brought home had known about how sonically transparent the walls were it would have put the kabash on anything happening.
@@Rhaspun i had the same problem 7 years ago in college. I used earplugs back then and it was effective....now the same earplugs are bad. Looks like the manufacturer changed the formula. I tried to use them today as i have noisy neighbours but no use.
I can hear curtains next door being opened!
@@sarahlilliancullen ear plugs will lower the noise in your case
It is a science. Most people living in condos or townhouses share common walls. Many people are self-centered (like people who don't use their car turn signal thinking they're the only one on the road and only think about themselves and what they're doing).
So your neighbour may turn on the TV or stereo as loud as they want and not even consider it might be bothering someone else -- when they're the centre of the universe -- no one else exists. Also, people seem to love hardwood flooring more than carpet -- and hardwood flooring is very acoustic and will travel sound waves to anything connected which includes other rooms or apartments. If they have a sub-woofer on their hardwood floor -- then every floor on that level, even next door -- is going to get that bass boom boom vibrating. And no neighbor would even think to put a piece of carpeting under their sub-woofer on their hardwood floor -- that would be too considerate).
It's a matter of better building construction -- or more considerate people who need to realize when walls are attached, so are vibrations. It's just science.
I just bought a 1930s semi. Never heard a peep from the neighbors during multiple viewings but the first night in the house and I can hear everything from their living room. So much for thinking old houses had thicker walls. I'm already thinking about how soon until I can sell this place without buyers asking why.
Hi GameOverFool, sorry to hear this, but sadly you are not alone. This might be worth a read:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
what happened did you sell or soundproof>
"Now when they're talking, I can't hear them". Then how do you know they're talking???
schrodingers noise problem?
Quantum mechanics?
That fireplace seems like a bigger problem
Because they are not dead, and hence must be talking sometimes, but you can't hear them anymore, so must be that soundproofing has worked.
Well either the soundproofing worked or they just happen to die the same day she got it installed
In an ideal world the neighbours would pay half the cost as they are benefiting too. Have you ever experienced this happening?
Thanks for this video. The construction of most of the newer apartment buildings is terrible and they have the audacity to charge excess. Really sad I tell ya. My family and I got into a 3 bedroom townhome/duplex for close to $200 less than what we were paying for a 2 bedroom apartment.
"How to" talk about your experience of soundproofing your house.
If you need more in depth info try this - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
I’m so pleased this solution has worked for her! I completely empathise with her, having moved from a horrible noisy neighbour to a 50s build house, with lovely elderly neighbours adjoined who are generally quiet but the sound proofing is poor so general speech/television can still be heard. Needless to say I am so heartbroken / fed up after moving, we’re having sound proofing done next week (independent wall & with rockwool/matting), I am hopeful this will work for us xx or I might have a full on nervous breakdown :(
Did it work? I live in a 1930's semi and my neighbours are horrific and we're desperately searching for answer.
merce it has reduced the noise but it hasn’t gotten rid of it completely :( I’ll be honest and say that I am disappointed xx TBH if you can’t afford to move I’d say get it done to reduce the noise for your own sanity xx
Thanks for the ultra quick response - i am considering it but we've spent so much renovating this house that its not an option to move again any time soon. *sigh* Don't give up.
merce I’m so sorry, it’s so hard isn’t it, especially when you’ve worked so hard :( do try it, if it reduces it, that will definitely make you feel better xx I really hope you guys have good results x
I'm thinking of doing something like that, but my apartment is quiet and i can hear only my neighbors when they shout and its only form one dividing wall.
Did you you normal rockwool or special acoustic ? And who installed it for you? Someone who knows what they are doing or DIY?
How much quieter it is , what would you say? 50% , 75% ,90%?
Sry for so many question and tnx for your time.
Excellent ! I am planning on this for my new property and also the ceilings and floors, as even dropping a pen and it rolling is just a mild irritation but that is still like they are in the room with you.
lol its like that for me
Just spent quite a bit of money with the Soundproofing Store and it all got delivered today! Very exciting. Have opted for Soundboard 4 for 2 rooms and Reductoclips on 2 rooms. I'm hoping that 1:21 will be me in a couple of weeks.
@Tron Hello - I haven't installed a full wall so far with the Soundboard 4 yet, however, I have completed a wall using the Reductoclips - 1 down 3 to go. We are also putting in Earthwool into the floor joists as well.
I'll keep you in the loop!
Hi Sorry to bother you, was wondering if you had everything installed now, and if so, how it all worked out for you? Did the Soundboard 4 do a good enough job, or is the Reductoclip noticeably better? Alsodid you put earthwool between the floor joists in a downstairs room with a suspended timber floor? I'm just trying to workout how to install it there without it falling down. thanks.
@@chaymation2 Hey Chay. So the long and the short of it.
There is no doubt that the Reductoclip does a great job for talking/shouting noise and I found it easier to work with than the Soundboard 4. The soundboard 4 is HEAVY.
If it's impact noise and bass, just move. It isn't worth the effort and pain to find out your efforts have been wasted. Yes, the Soundpoofing store will say "you should have built a stud wall and attached the Reductoclip to that" but impact/bass will just flank around it.
Earthwool is great and definitely assists with flanking noise, just wear gloves - it's horrible.
All in all, we probably spent £4000 and many hours working on it.
Has it got rid of shouting and loud speech? That's my problem I'm hoping to fix before I buy a shotgun!
@@StudioChimps Yeah, it'll do well for that. However, moving is always a strong option ;)
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Uk has the worst housing for the costliest price.... Seems like a manipulated market where all the developers have come to an agreement to provide substandard housing for the highest possible profits. Sound proofed walls should be a basic construction requirement. Shameful for an advanced country.
God Bless, I have been having problems for years, I look to solutions now
i can understand your issues i am in a brand new 2017 unit i can hear my neighbor piss and talk in normal levels the good news is i am renting and my wife and i just bought a condo with no one on either side
richard in the tropics
better off getting standalone house.. dont want neighbors underneath or on top. why buy a condo if you can get a house?
this should be tax free
This is all well and good for general noise such as conversations and TV noise, but what about foot fall and doors closing/slamming? And flanking noise in the window walls?
Hi James M, SoundBoard 4™ is for general household airborne noise. For impact noises or for louder more extreme levels of noise, you need to look at our ReductoClip system:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
Noise flanking down external walls is quite rare, but if you can clearly hear sound coming out of the adjoining external wall, you will need to address this wall as well.
@@SoundproofingStore yes it's quite shocking the noise that is flanking down the external wall. We even get neighbours cooking smells in rooms the opposite end of the house. I can't help but think it would be a bigger job to sort that issue out i.e blocking off the cavity wall at the party wall by means of bricking it off perhaps, rather than just a simple soundproofing techniques? Do you have any suggestions on this matter? Also, is it easy to effectively soundproof a chimney?
@@jamesm9434 we can happily discuss this in more detail with you and advise accordingly. If you wanted to call 01423 206208 to speak to one of our technical team.
With regards to soundproofing a chimney, this blog might be of interest:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
Wow i need this since isolation im always home now the bloody neighbours 🤯🤯
Got some boards fitted couple months ago, i should say they done the trick 😉 cant hear a damn thing Amazing ey...so got the whole house done, can now sleep at peace thanx for this vidy 🤗🤗
Mr Reviewer: I'm glad you were able to solve the problem. Would it be impertinent to ask if it was expensive? .
@@jair9474 cost me about £1000 in total with labour iv got a 3 bed semi in west midlands
@Mr Reviewer thanks you for replying. I think I'll give it a go. Best wishes and stay well.
Mr Reviewer did you fix straight onto existing walls? Ceilings too? Are any of your walls shared party walls?
So how do you do it?? There’s no explanation!
Have a read of this blog - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
You’ll still get quite a bit of sound coming through the fireplace
Most fire places have 4 layers of brick (heavy mass) so rarely allow airborne sound to pass through. Where you may get sound issues is when the fireplace has been compromised by removal of bricks.
WRONG, a party chimney breast above the throting [where the mass end's as you call it] is constructed of 9 inch brickwork and each flue is separated by 4 inch brickwork called a withe , so the breast is basically hollow, most terrace houses up to the 1960's were built this way, so not insulating the chimney breast is a waste of time and money.
It is a how to not get dumped by your partner.
The Soundproofing Store that's not true..... Sound will go through chimney.
And you have the same on the neighbours side, giving you more brickwork and mass between one dwelling and the other where the chimney breast is, than in the alcoves. Yes, if the noise level is excessive, then we would need to address the chimney, but with household level noise, just soundproofing the alcoves delivers excellent results in most cases. We soundproof party alcoves multiple times a week, and we always get an excellent result, unless there is a weakness in the chimney breast allowing sound to leak, or the neighbour has removed their chimney breast. Then we board the whole wall. The test data speaks for itself.
I live in an apartment building that’s separated particularly & I can still hear my neighbors. They fight & argue every night it’s so annoying.
Awesome! Thank you so much!
Wouldn't the ceiling need to be insulated as well though?, as surely the sound would still travel through the space between her ceilng and the floor above??
Hi BlockABoots, in this instance the sound was coming through the party wall. This can vary in different properties and with different types and levels of noise. Our best advice would be to listen when you can hear the noise and do an ear test against the wall, alcoves, chimney (if applicable) the same can be done listening for noise coming through the floor and ceiling.
The most cases the vast majority of unwanted noise from next-door will be coming through the wall.
@@SoundproofingStore yes I understand that but my point was there is the part of the wall between the ceiling and the floor above which you won't be able to cover unless you lift the floorboards in the room above to gain access to that part of the wall. Or would this not make much difference?
@@BlockABoots you can address this if it's needed but it wasn't needed in this instance, as no noise was coming through the ceiling.
@@SoundproofingStore My neighbours love knocking on the shared wall. Can it block those kind of sharp loud sudden noises? Considering adding a foot thick filled dry wall to the shared wall to try and block out the sound.
@@DavidSmith-oy4of Knocking sounds are what we call Impact Noise. When an physical impact is carried out against the wall (also like banging doors and cupboards, heavy foot traffic etc), this creates a huge vibration in the structure. That vibration travels through solid materials easily. So unfortunately adding more mass to the wall isn't going to solve that problem whetehr its our SoundBoard 4 or a foot thick dry wall! You need to de-couple the wall and add resilience to the wall. For this, you need our ReductoClip system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
Currently watching because new neighbors just moved in and they are playing their music soooo loud right now!!! We hear them running through the house and everything 7am to 2am every single day. We are in houses on separate lots but only about 6 feet exterior wall to wall. We’ve never had this problem with anyone else who has lived there but I cannot do this.
I feel you :/
I am experiencing similar situation. Don't want to fall out with anyone but........ Gonna look into sound proofing... Covid 19 restrictions are hard enough without this additional worry.
@@sandragolding7466 We actually had them wake us up at midnight the other night blaring Genie in a Bottle (I wish I were joking 😅) and my husband had to go over and ask them to turn their music down. They haven’t been loud since then or we’ve just gotten used to it.
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Really??? I have been so tempted to go over there. I have had to knock the wall 3 times now. I need my sleep for sure. Don't need this.... :-(
@@b.cooper9964 The audacity of people. Its frustrating. I have spoken politely to my neighbours & I don't want to go down the route of tit4tat revenge...but it's sooo infuriating! So I can understand your dilemma! Hope things improve. 🙏
I really need to get this done. Had 4 years of hell from neighbours. Is it very costly?
Hi Louise, it all depends on the size of the wall really, but it's certainly cheaper than moving house! If you get in touch with your wall measurements (width and height), I can give you an idea of cost. Best thing to do is get in touch direct by emailing sales@soundproofingstore.co.uk
The Soundproofing Store That’s very helpful thanks. Will make contact with measurements.
Great help thank you.I hope you and partner in peace now .
I figures out when during the day my neighbors sleep and blast music out high and bang on the walls. When they ask me, I give them the same answer they give me, "It is from the people upstairs"
Oh my gosh. I can soo relate ... my neighbour's say the same thing to me when I query them re their silly o'clock noise levels. It's so frustrating. I live alone next to two very loud women... I am now waiting bated breath that my Soundproofing will work... am paying an arm & leg for it. 😞
@@MA-ws3hx I moved to a new appartment and made sure the walls are thick from the contractors. Especially that it is a studio appartment. Let me know how yours work. Really would appreciate the feedback
64db is a very conservative reading for a tv imho. 80-100 more realistic. No way that is going to be rendered imperceptible by some overboarding alone.
The wall itself offers some reduction and you listen to a very very loud TV considering a drum kit gives off about 85db. A normal human conversation is around 65db and then if you add another 10 db you get another halving of sound added and another 10db you get a further halving of noise added. All of a sudden your perception of TV noise is damaging ears.
I hope my neighbours have this installed especially when I’m shouting at alexa
Ha 😭😭😭
Best soundproofing option available A DETACHED HOUSE 🏠
and that stuff they put on the wall will make little difference, you’ve got floor joists, ceiling joists going into the party wall, which will transfer noise, you need to make a cavity between the two buildings, put stud work up, use rockwool in between the studs and double plasterboard it with sound board, all the best
Ste P - You're right, a detached house would be ideal, but we don't all have that luxury. So we need a solution for the property we have. Normal household levels of airborne sound doesn't create enough vibration energy to transfer through floor/ceiling joists. It would be different if you are talking about excessive noise levels (amplified music etc), but for normal household noise levels this isn't a problem. The airborne sound is travelling through the party wall. Our SoundBoards perform far higher than Rockwool and plasterboard and takes up a fraction of the space. Sound is blocked by mass and our SoundBoard4 has more mass than 2 layers of acoustic grade plasterboard. So for people needing a decent level of domestic soundproofing in a semi detached or terraced property, this is an ideal solution.
@@SoundproofingStore Problem is banging; clicking girls' high heels going up and down interior wooden staircase; power tools.
Hi @@Echo-o-o there is quite a lot going on here, please feel free to contact us on (01423) 206208. To advise on the correct solution it would be useful to know more about the structure / layout of the building and where you are hearing the noise. e.g. through a wall, ceiling, floor (or a combination).
In the meantime, it might be useful to look at the highest performing solution for walls: The ReductoClip Independent Wall Solution:
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These blogs on how to soundproof a staircase might also be of interest:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-stairs
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-communal-stairs
Thanks,@@SoundproofingStore . No communal stairs here. I rent one side of a 2-story duplex. Each flat has its own floating wooden stairway that leads from a hardwood 1st floor to the top floor with wood vinyl flooring on my side, not sure about the other side. While no part of either apartment is directly over the other, when downstairs and they are walking upstairs, it still sounds like they are walking on my head. The impact of walking travels across from one side to the other. My neighbors are not going to soundproof their stairway, or anything else. I am unable to work and live on a very low income. I need a way to block or absorb sound for 12-18 months until my plan to get out of here can materialize.
Hi@@Echo-o-o to successfully address the impact noise you are describing, this really needs to be treated at the source (before it then enters the structure of the building).
Would this be beneficial to block subwoofer bass noise from two adjacent living rooms?
Hi Chicken Tikka, SoundBoard 4 offers an excellent performance against medium levels of noise (such as the odd clear words, conversation, music and TV noise). For the bass music you mentioned, you would need to use a higher performing wall soundproofing solution, like the ReductoClip™ Independent Wall System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
You may also need to treat the floor and other walls depending on how much sound is 'leaking through' these areas.
Why they don't do this in apartments is unbelievable. I have most nieghbors and I can hear everything. It's so bad I can hear them pee.
Hi Meeka b - Absolutely right, soundproofing should have much more priority in building. Soundproofing is now part of building regulations for new dwellings built since 2003 (UK), but even this is just a minimal level. We try to far exceed building regs wherever possible.
The Soundproofing Store Unfortunately that doesn't seem to be on Canada. I just moved into a new buiding built last year and there is pretty much no sound proofing. I can hear everything. Especially my upstairs neighbor that loves to walk all nigh long. Sounds like a zoo up there and it's only one person. Rare to find a place with decent sound proof.
That's a shame, sorry to hear that. We do seem to be taking it a little more seriously nowadays in the UK. I would say to give us a call and we'll help, but I don't think shipping to Canada will be cheap!
moved into a condo 3 months ago.I have never spoke with the people on either side of me face to face, just a simple hello here and there,but we know everything about each other.I could here a fucking pin drop next door.sometimes When they cough, sneeze or make any noise It takes me a second to get out of fight or flight mode cuz I think somebody is in my place unwelcomed like.There phone rings I start going for mine.My wife has the same phone alarm as one of them...it fucks me up.thank god they are average decent people it seems as far as noise goes.I just pretend we are roomates cuz we basically are.High ceilings and wood floors don't help-acoustics are crazy here.
I'm guessing you're in the USA? Houses over there really aren't built very well for sound. But the good news is, you don't need to live with it. There are companies like ourselves that can help.
The neighbor plays loud music, so I plug in my cake mixer or drill for ten minutes because it causes static. Shut it off and no music is playing.
I'm told using a ungrounded plug adaptor helps with more static.
If you can't hear them, how do you know that they are actually speaking and you just can't hear them? Maybe the installation crew just kill them and installed $2.00 panels on your place.
Trust me, we charge a lot more for our assassination service than we do for the soundproofing. It wouldn't make financial sense.
@@SoundproofingStore How much more?
Lmao
Does that fireplace undermine the soundproofing?
Hi James, there is no set answer for this unfortunately, it depends on the property and the noise problem. Generally we find 9 times out of 10 that most people can only hear the noise coming through the alcoves either side, not through the chimney breast or fireplace. In which case you just soundproof the alcoves (like in the video). However, if you're the 1 in 10 that can hear it come through, you need to address the chimney breast / fireplace as well. You need to spend time really listening to the surfaces to figure out exactly where the noise is coming through. It tends to be more common when either yourself or the neighbour have weakened the chimney breast by mounting a TV bracket onto it or something similar. Hope that is of some help.
35db in her room with no noise going on. 64db in the noisy room. After install, 37db in her room when the other room is making 64db. What about the audio level in her room before install? Without this number, the video and the link you’ve been sharing doesn’t actually explain how efficient this wall is.
Hi, So the point of this video was more to show that we had solved the customers problem, more than about detailed sound testing. The aim was to reduce the loud noise from next door to as close to the background noise level as possible. Obviously if having loud noise levels next door was already only registering as background noise level before soundproofing, she would never have called us in the first place! We will take note of this though and try to do more detailed before and after tests on our next video. In the meantime, if you want acurate test data on this product, you can view and download our independant, certified test reports from our website here - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/downloads
I can hear the guy next door changing his mind!!!!......I have to own up, I cant hear the guy upstairs, just HAD to say it lol,
I live in a shared house that is old and very strong, cant hear anything and there are 6 of us sharing. I am hear because I want to use a dust extractor for my hobby and need to box it in, this appears to be great stuff
Interesting, would the noise reduction effect be further improved if the walls on the neighbour's were also treated?
Hi @jonescrusher1 Yes to a degree. It wouldn't double the reduction by doubling the system, unfortunately it doesn't quite work like that, but it would further improve it. For this type of household noise, the more mass the wall has the less sound will get through, so adding another 30kg per m2 of mass is going to further help. However, if you need more reduction because the nosie is very loud or bassy, then you will need a more de-coupled system such as our ReductoClip system - www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
aLL RIGHT,that`s a good show-thanks for sharing I needed to know that
Great video, Trouble if you live in a flat you can't do anything just suck it up
Hi Peter - There is plenty you can do in a flat if you own the flat or have permission to make changes. There is a solution to most noise problems. Do you mean noise coming from above or below or from next door through the walls?
Same situation here , noise coming from above .
for the same price of this product you could hire a hitman
Probably the cheapest option too 😂👍
Or, you could set the building on fire, in the middle of the night. Problem solved.
Ok....everybody back away slowly
I need to do this in my living room and bedroom ever since my neighbors did the unthinkable. They installed laminate. Lol
Won’t help in this case. Food steps on laminate are no air noise, which is filtered from that type of product. Unfortunately. Dealing with the same issue. It’s horrible.
As a last resort, try some noise cancellation headphones. (suggest sony xm3)
The video should explain about the Soundproof materials used. Isn't this for a sound proofing store ? Yes, there was a problem and the problem was solved - how ? With what ? How much ? Where is it available ? Next time guys 💪
Hi rahul murthy, these blogs might be of interest:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-much-does-it-cost-to-soundproof-a-wall
Hello, can we paint the mateirals like the rest of the walls? Is it resistant to heat?
You can't paint directly onto the soundproofing, you will need to skim plaster over the top and then decorate. The soundproofing isn't designed as a heat resistant material. However, the acoustic grade plasterboard gives the soundproofing a 30min burn time, therefore complying with building regulations.
@@SoundproofingStore thank you so much.
How much would this cost for a decent sized room
Hi Kaleb K, the cost depends on the size of the 'decent sized' room. Based on an average size of 4m x 2.3m you'd be looking at £650 inc VAT for the SoundBoard 4 system in the video, not including installation, as 80% of customers install it themselves, (as it's a straightforward DIY installation).
This blog goes into more details about the costs of our wall soundproofing systems:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/what-is-the-cost-of-soundproofing-v-s-moving-house
If you'd like a quote on specific dimensions, feel free to fill in the below form:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/get-a-quote#Wallquote
How about against neighbor plays music, It's low volume but the bass gets through drives ya mad late at night trying to get to sleep and bass in your ear.
Hi The SoundBoard 4 is very effective for say clear conversation or loud TV, however if you neighbour is excessively loud we offer a higher performing ReductoClip system. Any question please call us on 01423206208
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peteq1972 I have the same damn problem.
so relatable
I hate that base sound thanks to my neighbour. I have developed an intense hatred for it. When i hear it anywhere i have to leave or stick my fingers in my ears. Luckily the stereo was removed by bailiffs some months ago So no more. For now.
The Soundproofing Store Do you perhaps have branches in South Africa?
You should contact all the landlords of England to install this soundproofing solution.
you've left a huge gaping hole (the fireplace). This is like insulating a roof and then leaving a hole for ventilation.
Hi @biccypequeno, in most instances the fireplace doesn't need soundproofing. Adding mass to the alcoves helps to block airborne noise and chimney breasts are usually constructed of a double layer of fire bricks which are more dense than standard bricks. This means the chimney is (naturally) already more soundproof than the alcoves meaning in 9 out of 10 cases, only the alcoves require soundproofing.
Doing a simple ear test when you can hear the unwanted noise coming through the wall (listening to the noise coming through the alcoves and then doing the same against the chimney breast) is a quick and easy way of checking.
The below article goes into more detail:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
@@SoundproofingStore All the noise in my house comes through the chimney and fireplaces. If you put your ear to the alcove walls there's hardly any sound, ear to the fireplace wall the sound from next door is loud. It's common as the chimneys in old houses act as echo chambers. Often neighbours mount their TVs on the chimney making the situation worse.
@@SouthIslandSk8 absolutely, having TV's mounted on the chimney breast can certainly lead to problems, as can renovations and removal of some of the fire bricks, or removal of the chimney on your neighbours side. In your situation you would absolutely need to soundproof the chimney. The above article goes into more detail on this, or alternatively please feel free to call us on (01423) 206208 and we will happily discuss this in more detail with you and advise accordingly.
@SoundproofingStore yeah on both sides fireplaces removed and plasterboard up. Imagine sounds travels easily through 12mm drywall and echoes around the flue. Old houses especially terraced are shite. I wish I had known this before buying. Guy in basement 3 floors down next door can hear his phone calls in every room. If he talks loudly. Nightmare. Rooms are small so sucks to put up a false wall and lose even more space
Does this help my neighbors if I'm the loud one? I live in an apartment complex and I have very patient neighbors. But I know that I can be a little loud from time to time. Actually if I'm being honest, I'm probably a way to lound way to often.
Hi, it can work equally in reverse. You will need to determine what type of noise and how loud you are going to be. Have a read of my blog as this simplifies types of noise, loudness of noise and you will be able to decide which solution is best for you. It may be that you need to reduce the level of impact (vibration) or make excessive airborne noise so require the ReductoClip System or similar.
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Thanks, I will definitely check your blog out.
@@jonathang.sandoval7973 If only more were as considerate as you mate!
This is identical to me in my thinking of buying our house which is old. We also have a fireplace like yours but it's not been blocked like yours. This is my worry about soundproofing is all the noise will come through the fireplaces like a speaker box
Hi As a general rule we normal don't need to soundproof the fireplace as these are normally constructed with a double layer of fire bricks which are far denser than normal bricks so less sound can travel trough the fireplace. If nose traveling through the flue is a concern then we recommend inserting some acoustic mineral wool to absorb noise and to stop it resonating and amplifying in the ceiled chamber.
Hello do you have this service in France Paris? I have several properties i need to have soundproofed.
Hi Steven Rogers. We are UK based, but we can ship the SoundBoards to France. Get in touch via our website at www.thesoundproofingstore.co.uk
They put the board straight on the wall. I'm going to soundproof my bedroom and everywhere I read says I should frame the wall and ensure a cavity is there. Rockwool the cavity and then double the plasterboard and also a soundproof boards
This seems so much more simple
Hi @5183adam - To reduce the sound energy and vibration that is travelling through the wall, you need to either de-couple the wall, or have resilience to absorb the energy. So screwing plasterboard to the wall won't help because it has no de-coupling or resilience. The very best way to do it, is to build an independent frame, away from the wall but not touching, then soundproof that frame. However, this takes up a lot of space which a lot of people just don't have. So the SoundBoards were designed to be a thin, simple solution. They have a thick layer of acoustic foam, on the back, this separates the hard part of the board from the solid wall and dampens the vibration in between, giving the SoundBoard resilience. So if you want something quick, thin and easy to install, this is the perfect product.
I have a similar house with chimney breasts and alcoves I assume that because the chimney breast has two layers or brick ie in my house and tge neighbours this blocks the noise? My house was built in the mid to late 50s.
Hi Kerr Dorman - In most cases we find this is the case. The extra mass on the chimney breast blocks more sound than the alcoves, so we generally only need to address the alcoves. However, if there is a weakness in the neighbours chimney breast or yours, sound can still come through. So its worth having a good listen to detect exactly where the sound is coming through. But most cases its just the alcoves.
I wonder why there is no sound comming from the fireplace, that wall isnt soundproofed. I have the same problem but I guess its hard to sundproof the chimnbey
Hi @jackphilipsen452, in this instance the chimney breast didn't need soundproofing as the majority of the sound was coming through the alcoves. Chimneys usually have a double layer of very dense firebricks so in many cases naturally deliver a higher level of soundproofing than the alcoves.
However, this isn't always the case, and you can indeed soundproof the chimney if it's required. These blogs might be of interest:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-against-awkward-areas
@@SoundproofingStore tnk
I have this same exact problem. My bedroom is directly on the other side of Neighbors living room. I can hear tv and muffled conversation while I am trying to sleep. Any ideas?? I cant do physical things to the wall such as drilling because I am renting??? Also a friend of mine stated that my walls are concrete.
Hello, the most effective soundproofing against the airborne noise you are hearing would include adding mass (weight) to the wall. Because of this, our solutions are screwed into the wall. Solutions which can be 'stuck' to the wall are not as effective at blocking sound, as they don't contain enough mass. Could it be worth speaking to you landlord? We would be happy to speak to them and yourself and reassure them that once the soundproofing is installed and painted, to look at, you wouldn't know it was there.
would this work for my brothers room as he talks very late at night with his friend and i can hear it very clearly,
Hi myphonesucks, is the dividing wall between you and your brother a stud wall? If so, then SoundBoard 4 will certainly help reduce the conversation noise. Higher performing systems such as our ReductoClip System are also an option depending if it's just talking you are trying to bock, or other noise such as music, snoring etc. These videos might also be of interest:
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Feel free to call us on (01423) 206208 and we will advise on the best solution for your situation.
"How to soundproof a wall"
Step 1. Establish that the wall isn't soundproof.
Step 2. Call a company to come out and install soundproofing panels.
Helluva video guys...way to show us how to reduce those DESSI-bells!
The point is, if you have a problem with airborne noise, put some heavy mass between you and the noise and it will block it up to a certain level. That principle is applied with the SoundBoard4 - It weighs 35kg per 1.2m2 so that is an indicator of the type of weight required to remove a clear conversation. But dont forget to absorb the small vibration and don't leave any gaps because like your car window being down by a mm the noise will leak.
@@SoundproofingStore The Soundproofing Store The Soundproofing Store yeah, I don't think that point got across in the "how to" video. A description of the product you're using, where to buy it, how much it costs, all more informative than the company review by the "on a morning" "on a nighttime" woman.
NEEDED IN CANADA...;)
it is particularly pointless if you want to build something soundproof to connect it firmly to the wall where the sound comes through ...
The soundproofing solution in the video is the ProSound™ SoundBoard 4™ and is our best performing direct-to-wall soundproofing board. The foam layer within the soundboard dampens sound energy and vibrations and because it is sandwiched between the plasterboard and the wall, acts as an air gap. Whist an independent system offers the highest levels of soundproofing, SoundBoard4 is an extremely effective solution when space is at a premium. Very few people within their own home can afford to build and lose 100mm+ for an independent system.
could you foam adhesive an extra layer of 12mm plasterboard on top as a finish.
Hi Steve Sett, in theory you could screw on another layer, however, a better alternative would be to go for the ReductoClip Direct to Wall System which is a higher-performing (proven) system and includes 2 layers of acoustic grade plasterboard:
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www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-direct-to-wall-system
I need to get this done, my concern is a lot of the noise comes through our fire place as the neighbours fireplace is the other side of ours
Our tip is to do a simple ear test. Next time you hear noise next door, put your ear up against the alcove wall and get a good sense of what you can hear. Then put your ear against the chimney breast and compare. Chimney breasts include extra layers of brick, providing more mass than the rest of the wall, so 9 times out of 10 are naturally more soundproof. However, every now and again, (especially in older properties), weaknesses can form which allow the sound to get into the flu, and then the sound can resonate inside and amplify. If this is the case and you require advice, please do feel free to contact us; sales@soundproofingstore.co.uk
Can this be done on ceilings as we are in a downstairs apartment
Ricky D - Not this same system, but we can soundproof ceilings to a high level. Check out our ReductoClip™ ceiling system -
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-system-for-ceilings
A drop ceiling made from Acoustic Plasterboard and filled solid with rock wool insulation is a cheaper solution
Yes, but its all about how you drop the ceiling, and what boards/how many boards you use. There's many ways to skin a cat, but some ways are better than others.
It looks like the panels were installed so that the walls either side of the chimney breasts are covered. Is this effective enough? Does it have a decent reduction when it doesn't cover the other walls, ceilings etc? I wasn't sure if sound proofing measures have an all-or-nothing effect.
Hi Millerington-Smythe Miller, in this instance, there was no flanking noise coming through the floor or ceiling, it was sound passing through the walls only. Similarly, with the chimney, by doing a simple ear test when you can hear the noise can determine if the chimney needs to be soundproofed too. Chimney breasts are usually constructed of a double layer of fire bricks, which adds more natural mass than that of the alcoves (therefore blocking more sound). This blog goes into more detail with regards to instances where the chimney breast does need soundproofing and the most effective ways of doing so:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
Soundproofing is an all or nothing, in that it has to be the right solution for the type and levels of noise you are trying to block. Also, it is similar to waterproofing, any gaps and the sound will find a way to 'leak' through.
What about the chimney breast and the bricks that have been shoved in the fire you will get a lot of noise from there and not only that she actually seemed to be an actor and the "bedroom" seemed to be more like a set built for an advert, like an advert for the company which would explain the lack of information for doing it yourself.
Pony69er - We can assure you this is a real customer in a real house. To address your question about the chimney breast. The issue here was airborne sound (voices etc). Airborne sound is blocked by mass. Chimney breasts will usually have multiple layers of dense firebrick which naturally contain enough mass to block a high level of sound. So only the alcoves need to be soundproofed. Occasionally weaknesses in the brick work or mortar in older properties can allow sound to leak through, but this wasn't the case in this property.
I booted my neighbors loud music lol that's how I do it
If you live in an apartment building, sometimes you can throw the main power switch down in the entrance way and put the whole building into the dark age. Takes them a while to get that up and running again.
Very useful video. We have noise (music bass and loud speech) coming through the kitchen wall which has cupboards attached to it. Is it possible to just clad the exposed wall area with Soundboard 4 to get a reduction in the transmitted noise? Thank you.
Hi B Hylands, unfortunately just cladding the exposed areas with SoundBoard 4 will not make much of an impact.
SoundBoard 4 is great for household type noise such as the voices, but won't do much against the strong energy of bass. You really need to look at a system like our ReductoClip system:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
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However, just covering parts of the wall will not help much, the sound will just leak through the non soundproofed areas. So the soundproofing needs to cover the entire wall. You would not be able to fix your kitchen cupboards back onto the ReductoClip wall. So it will be a case of rethinking the layout of your kitchen. If that is not an option, then adding the SoundBoard 4 to the exposed areas like you suggest will certainly be the easiest option. Smaller parts could also be cut to size to fit inside the cupboards, but having realistic expectations that it may not make a very significant difference.
@@SoundproofingStore Thanks for the advice.
I wonder if her neighbours are glad she soundproofed her wall? She was being just as loud as her voice was echoing so much in her room!
JBone XC I think the neighbours were very happy with the result as well. Soundproofign works both ways, and she did say that she felt they had to be very quiet as to not disturb the neighbours as well as wanting to block their noise out.
What would the process for installing this on a party wall with a radiator be?
Hi S R, if using the SoundBoard4, then radiators can be removed, the soundproofing installed and radiators reinstalled - making sure the screws being used are long enough to go into the existing wall to take the weight.
Very nice. What are the equipements or materials that you have used to decrease the noise?
Hi Nilutpal Saikia, the soundproofing solution used is the ProSound™ Soundboard4™ which is an easy DIY, direct to wall installation. Further details can be found here:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundboard-4
Can you use the reductoclip system on a chimney breast as well as the two alcoves? if so do you have a detail showing the connection at the corners?
Hi Craig Stevens, yes, if you can hear that sound is coming through the chimney breast as well as the alcoves., then absolutely you can use the ReductoClip™ on the chimney. If you want to e-mail sales@soundproofingstore.co.uk then we can send you some diagrams showing this.
Could you put the wool or tecsound under or over this for additional weight/sound diffusion?
Hi Charli, you certainly can - although depending on the level and type of sound you are trying to soundproof against, you might want to take a look at the higher performing ReductoClip System:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
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www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-direct-to-wall-system
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Do i get a refund if this stuff doesnt work???
Hi. All our soundproofing boards are independently tested on a single brick wall and our Soundboard 4 achieved a 51dB reduction. Unfortunately we can not offer a guarantee as the instalation is a critical part, also because soundproofing is a little like waterproofing we occasionally may need to consider flanking noise depending on the construction of your property. Please call us on 01423206208 if you would like to discuss this if more detail.
HAELOPPPP im in the usa apparently no one knows anything here can you recommend a similar product/store in the us
Hi I am sorry but we are a UK based company and this product is only available in the UK at present. We do ship to Europe currently but not the USA
The Soundproofing Store
Can you ship to Lithuania? Do you have your own webpage?
+Strategic Thinker seemed very genuine to me ,why'd you think that ,im guessing she may have got a freebie to endorse but what's she's saying is totally credible
How well does your product work against bass? The townhouse nextdoor to me has been rented out to people who love Spanish carnival music.
Hi YouStupidBunny, Unfortunately the boards are only designed to reduce standard household noise. Bass creates a very strong vibration energy that needs to be absorbed. You would be better looking at our IsoMax system - th-cam.com/video/jEfkYabRLqQ/w-d-xo.html
In the video do you just sound proof the alcoves? What do you do about the fire place?
In the majority of cases more sound comes through the alcoves than the chimney breast. This is because the chimney breasts are (normally) constructed of a double layer of fire bricks, which are heavier and more dense than the standard bricks used in the alcoves. Often there can also be a small air gap and a double layer of fire bricks on your neighbours side. This extra mass naturally makes the chimney more soundproof than the alcoves. However, it's important to check this in your own property as this isn't always the case. We did check in this property prior to the installation and no sound could be heard coming through the chimney breast, only the alcoves. This blog might be of interest in explaining what to do if sound can also be heard through the chimney breast: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
Did the customer have insulation in the floor, or anything additional under the floor against the party wall to further reduce the sound from next door, or was it assembled exactly how it was demonstrated in the video?
Hi Anthony Yarranton - Thank you for your question. No in this case the only work was installing the SoundBoard 4 on the wall as you can see in the video. In regards to noise coming up through the floor, it's a case by case thing. Having visited the property before hand and spent time listening and investigating, we could clearly hear the noise coming directly through the party wall but nothing coming up through the floor near to the party wall. So we ruled out having to do this. It's still a good thing to add in for best practice, but the customer didn't want us lifting floor boards if it wasn't necessary. However, in a lot of properties this would be necessary.
@Soundproofing Store Thank you for the reply. We are looking to soundproof a party wall with this product in the video. But, the side of the wall is met with hinges on a door that leads to a built-in overstairs storage area. The hinges are approximately 3 cm from the party wall. Can the Soundboard 4 be cut to accommodate them, or will the hinges require moving? (I'll be in touch to discuss options).
@@AYmusic17 Hi AYmusic, yes the SB4 can be scribed and cut to fit around the hinge. That shouldnt' be a problem.
@@SoundproofingStore How does this help with flanking? Does this address the issue if there are holes in the party wall on other floors?
@@AYmusic17 Unfortunately not. The soundproofing is going to reduce sound coming through that area you have installed it in. If you have multiple surfaces that sound is leaking through, you need to treat all of those surfaces. It's like waterproofing, if you have two holes in your roof and water is getting in, just plugging one of the holes isn't going to stop the water getting in. You have to find all of the holes and plug them all.
Why are you not following the requirements of BS EN ISO 16283-1 for measuring the airborne sound insulation? A Class 2 sound level meter
Hi Thomas, this isn't a video of an official sound test, this is just a demo of the boards being installed for a customer and the testimonial of a happy customer. The sound test is just a quick demonstration. All products are sent away to be independently tested to BS EN ISO 16283-1, of which all data can be found on our website.
He said it blocked nearly all of the sound coming from next door more like blocking half the sound that coming next door
Just to explain how the decibel system works. As human beings, what we regard as basically a silent room would still register 20 - 30 decibels on a meter. So we are only trying to get down to around 30db for a quiet room not 0db. Reducing the sound from 64db to 37db, is a huge reduction. Secondly, the decibel system is similar to the Rictor scale for earth quakes, its a very steep curve. We hear every 10db as roughly a doubling of volume, or reduction of 10db as a halving of volume. So from 64db to 37db is actually around a 250% reduction in volume not 50%.
I'm thinking of creating a separate stud wall on my party wall which will be filled with insulation then a layer of mlv over the stud wall then on top of that 2 layers 15mm acoustic plasterboard with another layer of mlv inbetween them. Would that work do you think to stop the airborne sound transmission from my neighbours?
Hi Matt Obeirne, there are many ways to achieve sound reduction. Yes, this build-up will certainly do a decent job. It's not a build-up we would use as we have systems we believe to be better. (If you're interested have a look at our wall solutions page to compare them):
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/walls
What about the flanking walls? Does sound not travel throught these too? Or will decoupling the alcoves solve this?
Hi Digilantz, every property is different, and you are right, occasionally flanking sound can be heard through the adjoining walls, or even the floor. In the vast majority of cases the sound usually comes through the party wall. (As was the case with the property in the video). Doing a simple ear test on the party wall and surrounding walls when you hear the unwanted noise will help ascertain if any flanking is occuring. If it is, then SoundBoard 4 can also be used on the adjoining walls.
Why is it not over and around the chimney wall area. And what was the cost for this job?
Hi Baba Ganoush! When we are talking about household levels of airborne sound, in 9 out of 10 cases the noise doesn't come through the chimney. Airborne sound is blocked by mass and mass = weight. The chimney breast has extra layers of brick meaning more mass. Then the neighbour has extra layers of brick on the their chimney breast meaning more mass. So the chimney breast helps to reduce sound. The alcoves however only have possibly one layer of brick. So if we add more mass to the alcoves, we solve problem.
This isn't always the case, and you do need to check to see if sound is coming through just in case. If there is a weakness in the chimney or if the neighbour has removed theirs, then you can have a problem.
US builds cheap wooden apartments, where you can hear a neighbor’s fart.
Those who make the decisions don't live in them and care more about their $ than others wellbeing.
can I ask, was it a compromise for space saving purposes, to attach to brick wall directly with screw/rawlplug? As in, I would have though the decoupling properties of the system would be compromised by this method
Hi Eddie Nolan, SoundBoard 4 is designed as a simple direct to wall soundproofing solution (Voted UK wall soundproofing product of the year 2020 ;)
Effective soundproofing requires adding as much mass as possible to the wall, therefore any solutions you can stick, or adhere to the wall won't have the required amount of mass needed to help block sound effectively. The SoundBoard 4 is attached by using 9 screws per board and the closed-cell foam layer within the Soundboard 4 also helps to dampen sound energy and vibrations travelling through the screw head, which is so negligible it doesn't compromise the performance of the SoundBoard 4.
How do I put the boards around double electrical sockets? Getting an electrician out to remove it is no option as I have tried everywhere and they are all booked up for months so I will have to go about this on my own. And I am being driven crazy by music next door.
Can I just cut and fit the boards around the socket and then use acoustic sealant around it?
Hi Ryan H, as you mention, if moving the sockets to another wall isn't an option, then yes, the alternative would be to make a small hole to pull the cable for the socket through and then fill it with acoustic sealant and refit the socket as a surface mounted socket. A third option would be to fit the soundproofing around the socket and fit a socket putty pad in the back box of the socket.
Drilling a hole into the SoundBoards will always create a weakness in the system, hence our advice would always be to move the sockets to another wall (even if it means waiting for an electrician to become available).
However...you mention you 'are being driven crazy by music from next door' SoundBoad 4 is an excellent solution for standard household airborne noise. For music and bass tones, then you would need to use a higher performing system that decouples from the original wall, such as one of our ReductoClip Systems. Please see below:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
@@Ryan92230 ideally you would remove the wires and thread them through a small hole in the putty pad. We haven't tried it this way, but potentially you could try splitting the putty pad and moulding it back together round the wires if you really didn't want to remove them.
My place was built in 1880 and the soundproofing in the bedroom is horrific next doors light switch being turned off can make me jump. I can also hear people downstairs as the sound is traveling up the walls - Would this insulation stop that?
Hi Simon Jenkins, we can certainly help and have different solutions for different types and levels of noise. Is the sound definitely travelling up the walls, or is it coming up through the floor? Our wall and flooring solutions can be found here:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/walls
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/floors
In this instance, we'd need to know more information before confirming if the SoundBoard 4 would be the correct choice. If you call 01423 206208 a member of the team will discuss this in more detail with you and advise accordingly.
What about the chimney breast. How do you soundproof that, especially in older properties where there may be weak points.
Hi Paul Johnson, if you have a read of this blog, it details the best way to soundproof a chimney:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-a-chimney
Any further questions after reading this, please just let us know.
@@SoundproofingStore hi, thanks for the info. Just 1 more question: We have 2 bedrooms with a party wall and both walls have air vents. These rooms also have vents on the outer walls so covering the party wall vents would still allow air into the room. If I were to cover the vents in the party wall with soundboard 4 would this create issues such as damp and if so is there a way around this problem. Thanks.
@@pauljohnson8016 I'm afraid we couldn't guarantee if covering the party wall would / or wouldn't create any damp issues. You will still have the external vents, so it might be worth checking with a ventilation company to see if this would be sufficient for that particular room.
How much did it cost to get that one room sound proofed?
Hi music, at the time of filming the cost of materials for SoundBoard 4 in this video was £489 inc VAT (not including installation).
For an up-to-date quote, please feel free to call us on 01423 206208, or fill out the below form:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/get-a-quote#Wallquote
This blog may also be of interest:
www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-much-does-soundproofing-cost
Good video. Is it necessary to apply to Building Standards for permission before doing this type of work to a party wall?
Hi Rocknroll, in the UK, generally no, you shouldn't need permission just to add soundproofing to your side. If you wanted to double check, no harm speaking to your local building control.
Does this work for impact noise? Eg foot steps from the flat above
Hi bigbobabc123 In terms of impact noise this is always best dealt with at the source of the impact. I.E. on the floor of the flat above. For impact noise, you would therefore need to look at our SoundMat™ solutions, e.g. SoundMat™ 3 Plus (please see link: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundmat-3-plus)
The SoundBoard 4™ as shown in the above video would only be used for walls and is most effective against airborne noise.
If you don't have access to the floor above, then you would need to look at soundproofing your ceiling and the most effective system would be the ReductoClip™ Ceiling System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reductoclip-system-for-ceilings
How do you install this insulation where the joint between ceiling and wall is curved? If installing the stud wall onto a solid wall version does new void created need ventilation?
Hi GameOverFool, If building a stud frame on a curve, you would build square sections, with smaller sections on top of one another, until you get to the top of the curve. You would install the SoundBoard 4 by creating a template of the curve, cutting the SoundBoard 4 and following the curvature of the wall. If installing the SoundBoard 4 directly to a solid wall without a stud frame, you would do the same, but without the stud frame.
There is no need for ventilation when building the stud wall in front of a solid wall, as there will be a 10mm air gap.
Can I mount these on top of plasterboard?jay
Hi yes, on a standard brick/block party wall and we recommend using 9 hammerfix 80mm screws for each board. If fixing to a stud wall then you need to locate the frame and attach the boards through the plasterboard, directly to the frame because they weigh approx 34kg each.
Inhad this problem with my appartement i talked ro neighboors they didnt want to understand anyway i started digging my wall everyday from 3AM-4AM with a machine and don't let them sleep well to go to work and their childs as well i make the nose the whole building can hear it lol hahaha after that they stopped making noise
Misleading headline It doesn't tell you HOW to soundproof a wall. What are they using? We already know that soundproofing reduces sound but the impression from the title is that the video would show us how to do it ourselves.
Hi Bob Nic, the system being used is our ProSound™ SoundBoard4. Further details can be found here, along with an installation guide of how to install the product yourself; www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundboard-4
Further information on how to soundproof a wall can be found here: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/how-to-soundproof-my-wall-against-noisy-neighbours
If I have a solid brick wall plastered that I get a average reading on my side of 30dba but then jumps up and down when my neighbours speak up to 45dba (taken on a phone app so probably not accurate but voices are clearly heard through the wall)What sort of reduction would I expect with soundboard 4 I don’t have the space to go wider due to doors are close to this wall.
HI Glenn, so 30dB is basically around silent for the average person. Then when your neighbours speak it goes up to 45dB. So that is a relatively low volume, but loud enough for you to hear them. SoundBoard 4 direct to the wall will certainly help. We can never say exactly how much because every wall is different, and every noise is different. You should expect at least a halving of the volume and clarity, for many people the SoundBoard 4 would basically eradicate that level of sound.
Hi glenn surgey, have you had a look at the ReductoClip™ direct to wall system? th-cam.com/video/lI2bdQZWyOE/w-d-xo.html
This would take up 60mm and is ideal for medium to loud levels of noise. The SoundBoard4™ takes up just 30mm and is ideal for where space is of a premium (as you have highlighted). The SoundBoard4™ is ideal for medium levels of noise and in human terms, offers a good halving of the noise - like turning a TV from 20 down to 10. Further details can be found here: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/soundboard-4
Won't the sound still be transmitted through the screw fixing into the brick wall?
Hello MrUniman69, the SoundBoard4™ features a closed cell foam layer (which dampens sound energy and vibrations). Vibration energy created by household levels of airborne sound is very small. Therefore, the amount that will travel down the tiny surface of a screw is so small it doesn't affect the performance. There would only be an issue if the levels of noise were loud or excessive. If this were the case the SoundBoard4™ wouldn't be the right system and a higher-performing system would be needed anyway, such as the ReductoClip™ Independent Wall System: www.soundproofingstore.co.uk/reducto-clip-system
@@SoundproofingStore Thanks for the reply and info.