Party Wall Soundproofing Solutions

Party wall soundproofing solutions to minimise sounds through a shared wall

If you live in a house that shares a wall with a neighbouring property, there’s a good chance you will hear some noise through the wall. Whilst this may not be a problem for some people, neighbour noise can be a big problem for others. If you are one of those people who can hear noise from next door, then you are in the right place to look at some party wall soundproofing solutions.

Before we look at solutions, it is important to note that soundproofing a party wall will stop noise from transferring both ways. If you soundproof your side of the wall, you won’t disturb your neighbours, especially if you like playing music loudly or watching films late at night.

What makes a good party wall soundproofing solution

Like any form of soundproofing in the home, the best solutions incorporate key soundproofing principles.

Key principles to soundproofing a party wall:

• Add mass to the wall: Mass blocks airborne sounds that transfer through the party wall. Soundproof panels or acoustic insulation, which both have high mass levels, are good party wall options for adding mass.
• Isolate the wall: Isolation or decoupling reduces sound transmission via direct contact between the wall and the soundproofing. When installing an acoustic wall system, apply sound isolation clips directly onto the wall to decouple the party wall from the soundproofed wall. Isolating walls in this way reduces sounds that transfer through the walls via vibration.
• Increasing sound absorption: Ultimately, whichever soundproofing solution you apply to the wall should improve its ability to absorb sounds. Using the right soundproofing products installed correctly will increase the walls ability to block and absorb noise.

What solutions can I use to soundproof a party wall?

At Noisestop Systems, we advise on the two distinct types of soundproofing solutions for party walls. The first option is soundproof panels; these are applied directly to the wall to stop airborne sounds, such as lower-level TV noise and conversation. The second option and the better performing of the two are soundproof systems; these are product combinations that offer better levels of sound insulation against higher noise levels and vibrations.

Soundproofing walls with soundproof panels

Soundproof panels are an excellent method of soundproofing party walls, especially if you need to minimise space loss. Direct to wall soundproofing panels form an effective barrier against lower level airborne neighbour noise.

Party wall soundproofing systems

Soundproofing systems or acoustic wall kits offer the best noise reduction when soundproofing a party wall. Essentially, a soundproofing system will include acoustic insulation, soundproof boards, and a sound isolation clip system. The product combinations combine to block and absorb higher sound levels, including vibrations, which transfer sound through the wall.

Soundproofing products for party walls

Sometimes, you must create a party wall solution that suits your requirements. Soundproofing can not always come in a one-size-fits-all solution. We have put together some of the most popular wall soundproofing products that can be used to soundproof walls to stop airborne and vibration noise.

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