Part E Stud Wall Soundproofing Solution

Materials supplied with this system:

• Acoustic insulation 50mm/60kg/m3 – High-density sound insulation slabs
• Soundbraker bars 3m – Decoupling channel to isolate the stud frame from the boarding
• Noisestop 1 Plus Panel 18mm 1200mm x 1200mm (1.44sqm) –  12.5mm soundboard laminated with 10kg mass-loaded vinyl
• 12.5mm Acoustic plasterboard 1200mm x 1200mm (1.44sqm) – Denser than standard plasterboard
• Acoustic sealant 310ml

Select the required Total Wall Area from the dropdown box at the top of the page to see the quantities supplied with this system.

We recommend ordering areas individually and adding them to the basket rather than adding them to one large area. You can order multiple areas in the same order.

Quantity of materials supplied in your order

• System thickness 47mm (from the stud frame)
• Noise reduction 55dB
• Fire one hour

Thermal Resistance R:

• Acoustic plasterboard 12.5 mm = 0.050 m2 K/W
• Acoustic plasterboard 15.0 mm = 0.060 m2 K/W
• Mass-loaded vinyl 0.14 m² K/W
• Acoustic insulation 2.90 W/mK

Thermal Conductivity λR:

• Acoustic plasterboard 0.25 W/mK to BS EN 12524:2000
• Mass-loaded vinyl 0.037 W/mK
• Acoustic insulation 0.034 W/mK

Reaction to Fire

• Acoustic plasterboard 12.5mm & 15mm Euroclass A2-s1, d0
• Mass-loaded vinyl 10kg EN 13501-1 B-s2,d0 (2)
• Acoustic insulation EN13501-1: A1

Airborne sound insulation values

• RW 55dB

Part E Building Regulations requires a minimum value of at least 43-45dB

Note: Every 10 decibels(dB) reduction in noise level is roughly perceived as a halving of the perceived loudness. So, for instance, if you have a sound that measures 70dB and it decreases to 60dB, it would sound about half as loud to the human ear. Decibels explained.

Apply the stud wall soundproofing system to new or existing stud walls.

If you are installing the system onto an existing wall, you must remove the plasterboard from one side of the wall. If you are building a new stud wall, apply isolation strips to the perimeter of the frame.

Reduce potential flanking paths by insulating the floor and ceiling cavity with acoustic insulation slabs.

• Remove the plasterboard from one side of the wall if you are soundproofing an existing wall.
• Use the Isolation Strips around the new stud frame to install a new stud wall.
• Infill the stud cavity with acoustic insulation, ensuring the whole area is filled. If you cut the slabs wider than the opening, they will friction fit between the studs.
• Fit the soundbreaker bars at 600mm centres and approximately 50mm from the floor and ceiling. The bars are attached to the frame by screwing through the pre-drilled holes.
• Attach the first layer of boarding to the bars using drywall screws through the boards into the wide corrugated flange on the soundbreaker bar.
• Attach the second layer of boarding using the same method, staggering the joints of the first layer where possible.
• When attaching the boards, leave a 3mm gap around the wall’s perimeter, and fill the gap with acoustic sealant upon completion.
• The wall can be finished as with standard plasterboard before decorating.
• Electrical outlets can be installed into the wall, and acoustic putty pads can be used to ensure the acoustic integrity of the wall.

Due to the nature of most of the materials we supply, orders are typically delivered on pallets.

All orders will be wrapped, protected, and secured to the pallet to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition. Goods will be delivered as near to the property as possible. The drivers will not be able to carry orders into your property.

Deliveries are made between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.

Once an order has been placed, you will be notified of the expected delivery date. Please ensure someone is available to sign for the delivery.

We charge a flat delivery rate of £60 plus VAT for palletised deliveries. We do not charge per pallet, no matter how many pallets are used to deliver your order.

Orders placed for items weighing less than 20kg will be sent via courier for £20 plus VAT.

We have a high stock level and typically deliver orders in approximately three to four working days.

If you want to speak to us regarding your delivery, please call 01423 339163.

Please check out our full delivery terms for more details.

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