Description
Noisestop F7
Noisestop F7 is one of the most widely used soundproofing underlays in the UK. Providing sound insulation for timber and concrete floors, reducing both impact and airborne sounds. Noisestop F7 is used to soundproof floors in homes to reduce general household noises or to create a floating floor for music studios and home cinema rooms. Ensure separating floors in new build and conversion projects meet the required Building Regulations Part E by installing Noisestop F7 over the existing sub-floor.
Product information
- Sheet size 1200mm x 1000mm
- Coverage 1.2 sqm
- Thickness 9mm
- Two layers laminated together to produce a thin acoustic mat that will reduce airborne and impact sound
- Use on concrete and timber flooring
- Compliant to Part E Building Regulations
Noisestop F7 comprises two layers of acoustic materials that have been put together to combine there individual acoustic properties. The 7kg/m² mass loaded vinyl sheet provides additional mass to the floor area which will reduce airborne sound. The 6mm acoustic foam that is underneath will absorb impact sound transfer through the floors structure.
Installing
Noisestop F7
Installation of acoustic underlays can be carried out by anybody that feels they are a competent DIYer. If you don’t want to install the products yourself we would normally recommend a local carpet fitter, if you are already replacing your floors as part of the work your floor fitting company would be able to install your soundproof underlay.
Soundproof underlay can be loose laid over the existing floor, there is no requirement to glue the flooring in place unless the installation is for Part E in which case a floor grade adhesive should be used as stipulated in the 2003 regulations.
Laying a carpet over Noisestop F7
If you are using Noisestop F7 below carpets you should consider whether to use a traditional carpet underlay or not. Gripper rods should be used around the perimeter of the room to hold the carpet in place. If you are going to use the Noisestop F7 with an underlay you should install the perimeter edging strips before the carpet grippers. Secure the edging strips and grippers with tacks or nails.
Installing solid floor finishes over Noisestop F7
Flooring that is less than 15mm thick should be combined with a 6mm ply or MDF sheet to ensure there is no movement of the finished floor. Laminate flooring, engineered flooring should be bonded to the ply or MDF. Flooring that is thicker than 15mm can be laid directly over the mats. Consideration should be given to the possibility of sound transferring from the solid flooring to the walls, use isolation tapes against the wall to prevent flanking noise.
Building Regulations Part E
Part E Building Regulation Requirements
| Value in dB | Dwellings formed by material change of use | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls, floors and stairs | Airborne Sound Insulation DnT,w + Ctr (Minimum value) | 45 dB | 43 dB |
| Floors and Stairs | Impact Sound Insulation L’nT,w (Maximum values) | 62 dB | 64 dB |
| New Build | Dwellings formed by material change of use | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Walls, floors and stairs | Airborne Sound Insulation DnT,w + Ctr (Minimum value) | 45 dB | 43 dB |
| Floors and Stairs | Impact Sound Insulation L’nT,w (Maximum values) | 62 dB | 64 dB |
As part of complying with Part E for the passage of sound new build and conversion projects have to meet impact and airborne sound level requirements. Noisestop F7 should be used as part of a combination of materials to soundproof separating floors in flats and conversion projects. Use the following floor construction to ensure separating floors meet current regulations.
Timber separating floors
Standard construction of floor joist and floorboards.
- Install Noisestop F7 over the existing sub-floor. A floor adhesive will be needed to secure the mats to the floor
- Use 100mm/60kg/m³ acoustic insulation between the floor joists
- Install soundbreaker bars to the ceiling joists
- Two layers of 12.5mm acoustic plasterboard
Concrete separating floors
- Lay the Noisestop F7 over the concrete floor. A floor adhesive will be needed to secure the mats to the floor.
Floor soundproofing solutions
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Noisestop range
The Noisestop range of products have been fitted into homes and businesses across the UK for more than twenty years. In that time we have been able to develop the Noisestop range of products to ensure the very best levels of soundproofing to restore peace and quiet at work and in your homes.
Using our extensive knowledge of the soundproof and acoustic industry we have been able to develop products to soundproof walls, floors and ceilings that are both affordable and more importantly good at what they do. All the products we supply have been tried and tested in real life situations in homes and businesses, so we know they work in real life situations, not just in a lab.
From our base in Yorkshire we are well placed to deliver your soundproofing requirements throughout the UK. We send all our soundproof products direct so we have full control over all the products that leave our warehouse.
Our team are ready and willing in assisting you with any enquiries relating to products in the Noisestop range. Whether you are unsure about a product, or you don’t know which solution to choose, don’t worry we have had many years of experience which we can share with you to help solve any noise related issue.
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