I see you put recessed light rough in plates in that ceiling. Assuming you’re putting those slim disc lights in. How are you planning to sound proof those lights in the ceiling? Did you build back boxes? Having those holes in the ceiling defeats the purpose of sound proofing the ceiling.
Yes they are the slim disc lights. They have gaskets on them and will have insulation right up against them. I know its not perfect but will be better than nothing.
I am a sound engineer and I have built 3 recording studios. Resilient channels are the best to prevent sound transmission from a rigid structure. They will keep their “ spring absorbing “ effect as the weight on the gypsum is added. Not sure about the padding stuff. Maybe it’s ok. Also, what improves a lot STC between floors is adding a second layer of 1/2 “ gypsum to the ceiling or even a 3/4 if you wish. That’s the best solution to maximize your efforts… As for the holes in the ceiling for lighting, it’s a problem at that level of construction. A small opening lets a lot of sound go through. We used external electric junction boxes so only a small hole for the 14 gauge wiring was going through the layers, filled with an acoustic caulking. May sounds a little bit overkill but once you have engaged in such effort to soundproof your house, these added techniques will improve a lot your results for a little bit more money well invested.
I live in an apt , very small, where 90 percent of disturbing and distracting noise comes through the door. Any ideas that you all have would be appreciated. I am very upset, and it's not healthy to wear ear plugs most of the time. Thanks.
You could try a draught excluder to place under your door(s) and see if that helps amazon, and eBay will probably be the "cheapest places" online to purchase them. Just a suggestion.😅
I believe there is a sound absorbing drywall called Quiet Rock that is supposed to give the sound damping mass of many sheets of drywall. Just be careful how much sound proofing you install when you have young children. You still want to hear them to a degree so you know when they are up to no good. 😁
I'd suggest using screws instead of nails to put up those furring strips, especially if somebody is going to double up on drywall. Would suck to have the nails pull out over time.
Really the only way to help block IIC sounds is to decouple the ceiling from the bottom of the joist. Never use resilient channel for ceilings they were never engineered to work on ceilings properly.
The tape barrier between the strapping is on point. Liked and subscribed!
Genius!
Well done to both you and your wife!
I didn’t know that Ben Affleck was into construction now…
Thanks for the vid. It looks like you might have a mold issue above the mini-split though…
Great video!
Thanks!
The ends of strapping is touching the walls. This will transfer noise and vibration.
I see you put recessed light rough in plates in that ceiling. Assuming you’re putting those slim disc lights in. How are you planning to sound proof those lights in the ceiling? Did you build back boxes? Having those holes in the ceiling defeats the purpose of sound proofing the ceiling.
Yes they are the slim disc lights. They have gaskets on them and will have insulation right up against them. I know its not perfect but will be better than nothing.
I am a sound engineer and I have built 3 recording studios. Resilient channels are the best to prevent sound transmission from a rigid structure. They will keep their “ spring absorbing “ effect as the weight on the gypsum is added. Not sure about the padding stuff. Maybe it’s ok. Also, what improves a lot STC between floors is adding a second layer of 1/2 “ gypsum to the ceiling or even a 3/4 if you wish.
That’s the best solution to maximize your efforts… As for the holes in the ceiling for lighting, it’s a problem at that level of construction.
A small opening lets a lot of sound go through. We used external electric junction boxes so only a small hole for the 14 gauge wiring was going through the layers, filled with an acoustic caulking.
May sounds a little bit overkill but once you have engaged in such effort to soundproof your house, these added techniques will improve a lot your results for a little bit more money well invested.
I live in an apt , very small, where 90 percent of disturbing and distracting noise comes through the door. Any ideas that you all have would be appreciated. I am very upset, and it's not healthy to wear ear plugs most of the time. Thanks.
You could try a draught excluder to place under your door(s) and see if that helps amazon, and eBay will probably be the "cheapest places" online to purchase them.
Just a suggestion.😅
I believe there is a sound absorbing drywall called Quiet Rock that is supposed to give the sound damping mass of many sheets of drywall. Just be careful how much sound proofing you install when you have young children. You still want to hear them to a degree so you know when they are up to no good. 😁
Quiet Rock will tell you it's not IIC rated they are only STC rated. You need to decouple the structure to actually do any IIC soundproofing.
I'd suggest using screws instead of nails to put up those furring strips, especially if somebody is going to double up on drywall. Would suck to have the nails pull out over time.
I was thinking the same thing.
I did end up switching to screws.
Really the only way to help block IIC sounds is to decouple the ceiling from the bottom of the joist. Never use resilient channel for ceilings they were never engineered to work on ceilings properly.
Are you Ben and Casey Affleck’s little brother?