Soundproofing a Ceiling Between Floors FOR GOOD!
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- How to soundproof a ceiling from structural noise is much better than soundproofing a ceiling from airborne noise. There are ways to sound proof your ceiling the right way and the wrong way. In this video I will show you how you can have your ceiling soundproofing project a success.
Just adding mass on the ceiling will not get rid of foot steps and stomping noise you will need to decouple the ceiling from the joist using resilient channel to have the sound decimate in the studs without reaching the ceiling!
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I blame the building code. They need to be updated and they need to be properly inspected. Some good info in this video.
Very true they build with cheap material
This has probably been the most informative video I found in the last few months I've been researching soundproofing❤
Thank you, great advice! Might want to mention flanking as well when talking about impact noises as well as a couple things people can do to contest these issues. Firstly use a calibrated mic to take measurements of the noise. Building codes always include IIC ratings for multi dwelling constructions. A FIIC test can be conducted to see if the structure meets code or not. What is unfortunate is often the HOA or administration are ignorant of these issues and the details around them. Complaints of footfall noise are often ignored or seen as not important. Its important when I measure 70-90db @ 40HZ!! That's loud! Big old boom boom like a sub was installed in my ceiling.
Yes! Ppl above can be loud at times
In my apartment I live on the bottom floor on the 3rd floor is young 3 college students upstairs stomping around I can hear loud foot stomping all the way into my apartment down here,the impact footsteps comes through the walls upstairs to my wall. I can hear foot stomping above it's not my 2nd story neighbors.
Omg we live in the 2nd floor too and the 3rd floor neighbor is so effin noisy with theit footsteps, stomping noise. Its hard on the head and giving me a headache, such a disturbance and they have no freakin discipline. And they just moved in but a nightmare. 🥺 Weve been here for 13 years and right now my husband and I and my furchildren are contemplating finding another place. Our only hope now is to find a place in the same area (cause we love the area and near our workplace) I hope God grant our desires🥺🙏
Thank you for explaining what would work with impact vs sound! Question: if I were to only impact-noise proof my bedroom (over upstairs entrance & living room), would that be sufficient? Or would it not make a difference because the rest of the condo isn’t impact-noise proofed?
Thanks for going over the different strategies for airborne vs impact noise. I think a good way to organize ceiling soundproofing is also by whether you can rip out the ceiling or not. It would be weird, I think, to rip out the ceiling but not put in soundproofing insulation. Similarly, it would be weird to rip out the ceiling but not use a resilient channel for the new drywall (if you can afford it). What's the added cost of a resilient channel if you've pulled down the ceiling? What's the added cost of adding soundproofing insulation if you've pulled down the ceiling? On the other hand, if you've added an extra layer of drywall because you didn't think you could afford pulling down a ceiling, how happy are you going to be? Are you going to wind up pulling down the ceiling anyway because it didn't do much?
Would like to know... is adding drywall to existing ceiling enough?
@@susanburke7257 It wont make a huge difference with impact noise (you have to decouple the ceiling to do that), but it will help somewhat with general noise transmission.
I second the two layers of drywall. I've always done insulation with decent success but thought I'd give the two layers a shot. I feel it does close to ZERO help when it comes to impacts. I'm glad the home owner had me do it. Cuz I would have felt bad selling them that option.
airborne vs impact , thanks for clarifying! i live next to an airport an i never thought about the differences and how some things wouldn't work
Hi!! Thank you for the video. We have a completed basement apartment in our home are yet to rent it out bcos we noticed that we can hear impact noises and voices from upstairs. We want future tenants to have a peaceful stay. What is the best option to eliminate noise with removing the ceiling as that will cost a lot? If u think we have no option but to remove and ceiling… how much are we looking at?
Hey I’m Having the same issue with my tenant. Have you found a solution yet by chance that you can share?
Same here
Thank you for the great video! When soundproofing a ceiling, should the sound insulation (i.e., rockwool) rest above the ceiling drywall or should it be pushed to stick to the bottom of the floor? Does either choice make a difference in the desired effect?
Yes, id5love the answer to this as well. Thank you
I have a bathroom above my bedroom. What's the best way to dampen the noise when they flush?
It should be against the law to not have apts and condos soundproof. It's absolutely terrible how much noise you have to endure when living under Inconsiderate, Lowly Humans!! Pple who play loud music will never go deaf. Kids will not stop running & jumping. Babies will not stop crying. Adults & teenagers will not stop screaming, fighting, dropping stones, slamming doors, blasting the TV, stomping their brick feet & bumping their cheap sqeaking beds against the walls day and night!!! Acoustic Tiles will do NOTHING to stop that NOISE!! In the meantime, there are three things you can do: (1) Keep filing complaints & lawsuits. (2) Stop the noise by making noise. It seems contradictory but the noise you give them back, is not like the noise you hear. And the noise they receive from you is not like the noise they consistently make. It Will Drive Them Crazy! So be ready!! It's a fight til the finish line! or (3) Get some noise cancelling headphones, try to save your money as best you can and MOVE.💯
Great info, thank you! I wrote to you on the main page (?), I hope you access it. We are going to finish the basement to make an apartment. We’ve had one BBIG FAT FAIL OF $5000 to re-do the existing ceiling of one room that was already done when we bought the house.The expert put 2x4s and rigid foam insulation and 5/8 sheet rock. This was all on top of an already finished ceiling. It did little to reduce impact noise. Now we want to finish the apt. Living room and bedroom LESS EXPENSIVELY and ecologically friendly. Why not reuse old carpet inside the ceiling? Thank you for your reply and you are welcome to come make a video.😊
I would love to see the correct way to finish the ceiling in a condo, specifically, what are the components/layers involved. Is there something that prevents any kind of leaking from the suite above?
Very true what you said at the end. Its better if I stick to my own field, and instead, hire a professional. When I try to be an expert _at everything,_ I end only being sub-par in many fields, then waste a bunch of money, and get no results.
Hi, Thank you for the video.
I live on the ground floor, the architecture of the building is, above my master bedroom, upstairs neighbor has a living room, kitchen and a stairs going to the ground floor, the stair is shared by two units. I hear footsteps in the master bedroom so it seems its the impact noise I am dealing with. I don’t think I want to do major construction for ripping the ceiling to decouple the above floor with the ceiling. Is there any solution which does not requires any construction to lower the impact noise?
And I am also curious, when looking at building to move in, what questions needs to be asked to make sure there is no impact noise from upstairs?
I understand the airborne noise is avoided if there is double pane windows, for the impact noises what do I need to ask? Thank you!
Great clear explanations, I like the debunking info a lot!
How affective would it be to install resilient channeling on top of the current drywall and then add the 5/8" to the channeling?? Assume there's no insulation in the ceiling joists above...
Could make it worse. See triple leaf effect.
is decoupling a ceiling same as adding a false ceiling?
I wonder if the acoustic tape that is used to stick to the top of the joists under the subfloor would be effective when glued to the bottom of the ceiling joists before you screw on your plasterboard. That tape
If it’s not only steps, it’s also furniture being dragged, what do you recommend?
How about some vehicle sound proofing? For cheaper vehicles and you want a nice quiet cabin
I’m gearing up to make a few vehicle soundproofing videos over then next few months. Keep checking in! 😊
Can soundproofing the ceiling cool the ceiling off if it's hot ?
Would acoustic panels on the ceiling work to help prevent my noise (loud movies) from my upstairs neighbor? Would it help me not hear her walking around?
It wont help impact noises.
how to go about soundproofing a floor against impact noise ?
How to better sound proof a basement ceiling that has hanging tiles? Thank you
I live in a location that is about to be renovated soon. The above rooms are part of a short-term rental, and I deal with a lot of impact and audible noise. The audible noise is the least of the problem. The impact noise is the worst.
I've been able to mitigate the audible noise by running fans and putting on some relaxing music. It doesn't eliminate it all together but it does seem to help somewhat. However, the impact noise cuts through this.
Decoupling sounds like a great idea. But the problem is that the ceilings in my space are extremely low. Because of this I am very limited on height.
So this is not going to be feasible.
With that said, the floor above can be adjusted...
Is there anything that can be done from this aspect?
How can I vet a contractor to install the acoustic form and dry wall? Thank you
I’d simply ask for references. If their good, they’ll be happy to provide. I’d be hesitant hiring someone that would have none.
You keep referencing another video in the top right hand corner, but there isn’t a button or video there, how do I find the link to that video?
That's strange I just checked and everything should be working fine regarding the link pop-ups... You can easily search all of that directly on my channel. Let me know if you need anything specific and I'll do my best to guide you in the right direction. :)
Yes I’m trying to soundproof apartment ceiling
@@soundproofguide Hi. My office building has an HVAC(?) where there's a room around the corner and vents throughout my floor and other offices on our ceilings (which are drop ceilings). My vent in particular is a nightmare and there's this constant air sound when the hvac is on. When I lift the vent i can see a blanket under there and the ductwork. Is there something simple that, on my own, I can put in there to muffle the sound? I'm getting no help from my office building.
I’m considering resilient channels and insulation for impact noise for my ceiling. Would adding vinyl mass be overkill?
Would love to see you review sonopan.
Can adding an extra dry wall to ceiling work and would it be safe? I had my apartment done with new walls and ceilings a couple of years ago. And yes the neighbor upstairs makes lots of noise that i had to tell person to take it easy when walking and slamming things on floor. I appreciate any advise you can give!
I swear the upstairs tenants have a bowling alley up there haha. Unfortunately my landlord isnt willing to do anything to help with the noise issue. Most wont spend the money.
How much value/equity could something like decoupling and adding soundproof insulation add to an apartment property?
What do you recommend for sound proofing a basement ceiling that is unfinished. We were thinking of leaving it unfinished and painting it black- but unsure if there is any options for sound deadening/sound proofing
Great Video! I already have a resilient channel and still have so much impact noise is there anything else that I can do?
Great vidéo thanks Again. Do you think I could just soundproof a ceilling and still get a noticeable impact or I need to get full room soundproof to get an impact? I want to play guitar So I Will make the noise I guess its like 90% airborne and maybe 10% impact noise.
Thanks for the great video !!!!
Hi! We recently moved into a basement apartment - a living nightmare. And the landlord doesn’t give a SHIT!
Does sound blankets work ? If I’d put a couple sound blankets on the ceiling would it help ?
Unfortunately not. Best of luck
Hello, I am soundproofing my basement, not to not be able to hear it upstairs as much, but more for my neighbors not to be able to hear my 18" subwoofers IN THEIR HOUSE. is decoupling on both the ceiling and walls mandatory? Thinking about doing the rails on the ceiling and then just 2 layers of 5/8 drywall with green glue on the walls, also on ceiling obviously. Basement is unfinished. so far I've just walled up the perimeter and filled the ceiling joists with safe n sound. I'm walling up over the windows too. Thanks!
What to do dampen your floor so that person below won't hear you even jumping?
Hey man, I live on the top floor of a building and I am dealing with the AC noises coming from the roof. How can I sound proof my place to make the place more quiet to sleep at night? I have looked at a lot of places already. Please help!
We have a 3yo stomper above us and I added a resilient channel but did not take the old plaster & lath out - I seams like it is worst now - do I need to rip it all down ? Is there any spray foam that would deaden the stomper?
What about hardy backer or concrete board ?
We have channels installed in our ceiling that the dry wall is screwed to it horrible impacted noise we are experiencing from the person living above us trampling across the deck. We hear everything.
are drywall guys the ones that install resilient channel or general contractor?
It depends, a lot of the times it’s the contractors but some drywall companies are trained to instal resilient channel. I would ask if they have experience installing it because it will not work if improperly installed. Good luck! 😊
Same question...and also..can this channel be installed over existing ceiling? Condo noise from above... walking and talking..
@@susanburke7257 You need to remove the existing drywall, then properly decouple, insulate, and install two layers of 5/8" drywall. Caulk the perimeter.
@@ssoffshore5111 ahh..drywall guys. Can't empty the condo. Ppl live above.
@@susanburke7257 What I stated is the only way to make a serious dent in it. You don't have to empty the condo, just move the stuff from one room to another and do it a couple of rooms at a time.
Nothing else will make much of a difference, unless the people above you vacate.
Really enjoy your videos however you never mention Isopan. If you don't recommend Isopan please explain why.
Just looked them up. I’ve never personally used it but know people that have. I’ll talk to them and see what they think of it. Thanks for the suggestion!
I’m looking to sound proof my basement ceiling for an in law suite . We have ceiling tiles right now . My daughter is moving upstairs with my three grandchildren . How and what do I need to use to keep it quiet for me living downstairs .
Switch places is the easiest and cheapest! Otherwise that's a lot of work and $!
Is "C-MUTE SYSTEM" good for ceiling impact sound insulation?
People could also be more considerate, but 90% of the time they just don't care about others..
can you use automotive sound deadening on your ceiling?
We have amtico installed on our house and sound isolation is not existing essentially (3 floor new build). There is a gap from ceiling to flooring, what's the best solution you would recommend? Can a "foam" injection solution work on that ceiling and reduce sound inbetween the floors?
helpful - thanks!
The person above me plays his sub woofer at a high volume. Can I use RC on a existing ceiling, then fasten a 5/8” sound proof drywall? Will this block the bass from penetrating through?
Nope. See triple leaf effect.
I have concrete ceiling , for some reason I can hear my neighbour conversation, footsteps etc. How do I go about soundproofing the ceiling without ripping anything out?
The reason for that is most likely gaps that are letting noise in. Usually concrete will absorb any impact noise but will let airborne noise through the holes of the electrical outlets and wiring. Using the methods I’ve mentioned for airborne noise should help greatly.
What if you have a concrete ceiling?
Thank you
If you want to knock back the sound from the bedroom above with airborne noise, is it best to do something to the floor of the bedroom or decouple from below ?
Decoupling is always best but if you're only dealing with airborne noise you could just do something to make the floor more soundproof.
Hi! Can I use a 6mm EVA foam to put in between a phenolic flooring? Thanks!
How about…on the upper floor….3/4” plywood and then a 1/2” horse stall mat and then another 3/4” plywood layer….and the the finished floor?
Is there a resilient channel for existing drywall?
No, you have to remove the drywall
Lots of questions have gone unanswered here. I guess you are a busy guy!
Thanks for video but it ends up being confusing because you keep flipping back and forth between 'impact noise' and 'airborne noise'. So I am still none the wiser 🤔🤔
Surely accoustic panels will reduce echo in the room which would at least in some way impact noise
The low frequency waves go right through those. You must decouple and add mass to kill it.
The links to the other videos doesn't appear in the video
I have a condo with a concrete ceiling top floor air conditioner is on the roof making a humming noise is there anything I can do?
Any contractors you trust in Plantation Fl, 33324 to install drop ceiling or resilient channel?
The only thing building developers care about is making a profit. Soundproofing adds to the construction cost and subsequently the profit, hence why they don't care to add it.
what if my ceiling has a fan fixture, alarm, and springkler?
Condo means Butt in my language
What is the difference between an apartment and a “condo(?)”?
Usually (but not always) a condo is owned by an individual owner but an apartment is not (such as in a large apartment complex--all of them are rented)
@@gradyrobi ok.. it’s all different here in the UK. I live in a block of flats, some of which are individually owned, some rented from either private owners or a housing association.
Hi, Can you please let me know if those Acoustic Panels in foam or fabric work sold on Amazon if I put them on the ceiling?
Hi? Did you buy them? I was just looking at those?
@@taneshalatonya no. I didn’t. I moved away in the end
I bought an apartment building with a basement unit and the lack of any thought to insulating is making my life as a landlord hell.
It’s unfortunate how they build them so cheap.
My upstairs neighbor making loud noises and I hired contractor and he advised me to do dropped down ceiling and as insulation
Get rid of airborne noise? Shoot down the plane of course! XD haha jk.
lmao you funny
Hm ... is there really no ceiling solution for non-owners?
I'll be damn I come out my pocket lol,I have taken my behind upstairs and told them to keep it down...worked for me😁🤣😩
Get to the point. You’re all over the place bro.
Doesn’t air work better than sound deadening insulation for “impact noise “
The most annoying sound isn't foot traffic, but dragging furniture across the floor
SAME PROBLEM HERE N I HAVE STRUCTURE DAMAGE IN EVERY ROOM OF APARTMENT N LANLORD N POLICE WONT DO A DAMN THING PLEASE HELP
Which is basically impact noises as well. It’s the most annoying and makes you go insane. I’d rather listen to loud music all night long upstairs then that noise
Has anyone else here had any luck with offering to buy the upstairs neighbor an area rug of their choice (within a reasonable price)? I am on the verge of doing this as it’s just her stomping around that’s ruining my life
Good video but you ask (beg?) for comments, and then only answered one question. Understandably, you can't answer or acknowledge every comment, but it would be nice if you could answer some of the basic ones. It's a good way to develop a loyal viewer base.
The best way to soundproof is to revenge. Why should the victim even bear the cost?
Just got a new dr horton house and is so noisy
I do rockwool with extra plasterbosard 17 inches down the ceiling.Nothing happen i pay 500 euros nothins happen very disappointed .You cant mute impact sound everything you do you cant
I hate my neighbors up stairs with their metal feet, I hope you see this comment, cortland village ga
I did see it. Hope it gets better for you.. Best of luck!
@@soundproofguide no not you my neighbor lol.
Thank you, but why not instead of speaking, write a downloadable document giving the details of materials to use, how install them , the noise reduction in decibels you get, etc. ?
Soundproofguide.com
Listen carefully to me, if impact boise affets you. MOVE out, you won't be able to fix them regardless of how much you spend. The main structure is to blame nad you cannot change that.
Just move, I failed to fix it and had to move frok my own apartment gunna see if I can rent it or sell it later to cut my costs.
Even with decoipling and resilient channels, pros only told me they could at most reduce the boise by hopefully 35% at MOST if Im lucky and expensive as hell.
35% is not MUCH if the impact boise is pretty loud and you can hear it through headphones, MOVE. It's hard to accept defeat but trust me, your mental happiness will thank you for doing so
I wanna get rid of the noise of my downstairs neighbour and her child yelling at each other, and her child slamming doors
Move or get noise canceling headphones.
@@Brian-rj5rl it’s okay now, they moved already
But I don’t know why the responsibility, in your opinion, is on me to move; I really think I shouldn’t have to have be woken up, with her yelling that he should get his f’king water get f’king get back to bed and him screaming at the top of his lungs - but you do you
@peetabrown5813 it's hard to deal with disrespectful neighbors, glad they left. You could complain, but it's unlikely that would change their behavior. The only way for construction to block noise is concrete floors between each level, solid core doors and isolated walls. Rents would probably be 3 or 4 times price for a building like that
No. Complete nonsense. Only things that work are decoupling and changing resonant frequency of panels. This assumes all air gaps are sealed shut.
Decoupling works perfect for both types of sound but not necessary if you’re only problem is airborne noise. Thanks for commenting.
The sound in your video is 'fuzzy' sounding. Garbled. And tre irritating!
GET TO THE POINT JESUS!😂😂😂
You looking for drama!!!!???? 🤣😎😎
What is the best way to soundproof a roof that have tray design. Like a 2 level/layer design with 4" drop for each level. Was thinking about coupling method along with insulation, but my concern is the hollow/space areas that will be left because of the 2 level tray system. as there will be a 4" hollow section on each level of the tray because of the drop, so that about a 8" hollow section from plus atleast another 1/2"to 1" to the concrete ceiling and spacing behind the middle section of the flat drywall. What would you suggest?
If it’s not only steps, it’s also furniture being dragged, what do you recommend?
If it’s not only steps, it’s also furniture being dragged, what do you recommend?