Soundproofing Timber Joist Ceilings

To stop noise from leaking through from rooms above, floors should be soundproofed to stop vibrations and impact noise travelling to adjacent spaces. But if you can’t access the floor above to do this, the best solution is to install a new ceiling, creating an insulated gap to absorb the noise.

The best solution to achieve this isolation is the AcoustiClip Timber Ceiling System, which effectively introduces sound insulation by decoupling the new ceiling from the old.

With correct installation, the introduction of a complete soundproofing system can help significantly reduce impact sounds like footfall, as well as airborne noise, improving comfort and usability of the space.

1. Decoupling: Isolating the ceiling structure to prevent sound vibrations from travelling directly through. The AcoustiClipsound isolation clip is used on timber joists and concrete ceilings.
2. Absorption: Using materials like acoustic insulationto absorb sound energy.
3. Mass: Adding dense materials to block airborne noise.
4. Damping: Applying damping compounds to dissipate sound energy. The combination of mass-loaded vinyl with the acoustic plasterboard form the Noisestop 1 Plus Panelto enhance the sound damping within the ceiling.
5. Sealing: Ensuring airtight installation to eliminate sound leaks.

The best way to reduce unwanted noise travelling through the ceiling for floors above is to use a soundproof system. These will add mass, increase sound absorption and decouple the existing structure from the new.

We recommend using the AcoustiClip system to soundproof your ceilings. The combination of materials supplied with the AcoustiClip Timber Ceiling System includes all the required products to sound insulate the ceiling against impact and airborne sounds effectively.

Our best-performing timber joist ceiling solution is the AcoustiClip Timber Joist System.

The product combinations supplied with this system achieve a high level of noise reduction against airborne and impact sounds.

Timber ceilings benefit from the AcoustiClip’s decoupling effect, helping prevent travel of sound vibrations. Acoustic insulation, soundproof panels and dampening compounds all introduce mass and density, helping to absorb and dissipate sound energy. The whole system is finished off with sealant, ensuring airtight installation to eliminate sound leaks.

If you have very high ceilings, you could look to install a new, completely independent ceiling which doesn’t have contact with the existing timber joists. If this isn’t an option, you’ll need a system which can isolate the new ceiling from the existing one.

The best solution to achieve this isolation is the AcoustiClip Timber Ceiling System, which effectively introduces sound insulation by decoupling the new ceiling from the old.

Decoupling is a way to separate a new ceiling from an existing one. Doing this introduces a gap into which acoustic soundproofing materials can be added to help dampen both impact and airborne noises, significantly reducing how much sound can travel from the rooms above.

The addition of more mass and density greatly reduces how much sound vibration can pass between rooms.

Kits such as the AcoustiClip Timber Ceiling System are easy to install, creating a complete and effective solution.

Yes. If you are using downlighters in your ceiling, you should fit acoustic/fire hoods over the lights to ensure the acoustic integrity of the ceiling.