Description
Noisestop Acoustic Panel offers soundproofing solutions for brick party walls, concrete blocks and stud walls. Noisestop Acoustic Panel, just 22.5mm thick, applied as a direct-to-wall soundproofing solution, effectively blocking up to 49dB on party walls. Part E is compliant and fire-rated for up to 30 minutes; it ensures airborne noise reduction without compromising living space. This slimline solution provides noise reduction against household noise without compromising living space.
Product Specification
- System thickness 22.5mm
- Noise reduction 49dB
The Noisestop Acoustic Panel comprises the following materials.
- Acoustic Plasterboard 12.5mm – Heavier than standard plasterboard, which adds density to the area. The plasterboard is finished in the same way as standard plasterboard.
- Mass loaded vinyl 5kg/2.5mm – High mass barrier layer for sound absorption.
- Closed cell foam 5mm – Acoustic grade foam to dampen and absorb vibration sound.
- Mass loaded vinyl 5kg/2.5mm – High mass barrier layer for sound absorption.
Thermal Resistance R:
- Acoustic plasterboard 12.5 mm = 0.050 m2 K/W
- Closed Cell Foam: 0.23 m² K/W
- Mass loaded vinyl 0.14 m² K/W
Thermal Conductivity λR:
- Acoustic plasterboard 0.25 W/mK to BS EN 12524:2000
- Closed Cell Foam: 0.039 W/mK
- Mass loaded vinyl 0.037 W/mK
Reaction to Fire
- Acoustic plasterboard 12.5mm Euroclass A2-s1, d0
- Closed Cell Foam: FMVSS 302
- Mass loaded vinyl 10kg EN 13501-1 B-s2,d0 (2)
Performance Data
Untreated brick wall DnT,w
Single skin 100mm brick wall 38db
Treated brick wall DnT,w
Noisestop Acoustic Panel applied 49dB
Improvement DnT,w
Noise reduction with treatment 11dB
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.
Fitting Noisestop Acoustic Panel
NOTE: When the panel is installed, the plasterboard layer faces into the room, and the acoustic membrane on the back of the board goes onto the wall.
- Ensure the surface you are applying the panels is in good condition, make good any remedial work to the existing wall to ensure it is flat and secure before you attach the panels
- Remove skirting boards, coving and extend electrical outlets; these can be reinstated once the work is complete.
- Begin the installation by installing the bottom row of boards. Leave a 2-3mm gap between the floor and the boards using 2-3mm packers or an equivalent to support the panels
- Apply the Noisestop Acoustic Panel to the walls using Hammer Fixings or the Smart Tack Adhesive. We only advise using the adhesive on flat walls; approximately one tin will fix five panels. Fix the panels using nine hammer fixings per board if the wall is uneven or in poor condition. Screw the panels onto timber or metal studs
- Use acoustic sealant between each panel as you put them together
- Leave a 2-3mm gap around the perimeter of the wall to reduce flanking sound transmission, apply an acoustic sealant to fill the gap once the installation is complete
- Cut the panels using a hand saw or circular saw
- Skim plaster or tape and fill the tapered edge
- Upon completion of the soundproofing, reinstate the skirting and coving
- If you are reinstating electrical outlets, use acoustic putty pads inside recessed back boxes
Notes on flanking sound
Before installing any soundproofing system, you should consider any flanking paths for the sound. These are areas around the wall where sound will bypass the soundproofing and enter the room. The most common flanking course for sounds would be above or below the wall, which would be through a floor or ceiling cavity. If these areas are constructed from timber joists, you should consider filling the void above or below the area with DFM acoustic insulation to stop potential flanking noise.
Frequently Bought Together
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Smart Tack Adhesive 500ml
£9.95 ex. VAT
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Hammer Fixings 80mm
£12.10 ex. VAT
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AC50 Acoustic Sealant 380ml & 900ml
£3.95 – £7.25 ex. VAT
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Acoustic Putty Pads Single & Double Sockets
£4.35 – £4.95 ex. VAT
Alternative Solutions
Alternative solutions that will offer different levels of soundproofing or another kind of installation method that might suit your requirements.
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Noisestop Silent Panel 30mm x 1200mm x 1200mm
£59.95 ex. VAT
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AcoustiClip Direct to Wall System Soundproof Kit
£316.32 – £960.14 ex. VAT
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Wall System 2 Party Wall 43mm Soundproofing Kit
£172.51 – £517.54 ex. VAT
Essential Soundproofing Rules
Achieve the very best wall soundproofing results by following these essential soundproofing rules. These are adding mass/density to the area, isolating or decoupling the new structure from the existing and increasing sound absorption. These rules of soundproofing apply whether you are attempting to soundproof a stud wall or solid brick walls. Increasing mass makes it harder for the sound to transfer. The variety of high-mass products will block a great range of sounds. Decoupling the structure will reduce sound as it vibrates through a solid structure. Increasing absorption allows the wall to absorb the sound energy. These soundproofing principles are built into the design and specification of our wall soundproofing products and systems.
Mass/Density
Adding mass/density to an area blocks sound transfer. Using materials with different densities will reduce a greater range of frequencies.
Isolation
Creating isolation or decoupling the existing structure from the new enhances sound insulation.
Absorption
Increase sound absorption with materials that absorb sound waves and reduce the energy that carries the sound.
Soundproofing Walls FAQs
The best way to soundproof a wall is to block the sound transmission from one room to another. The most effective methods to soundproof walls are:
Add mass: increasing the density of the wall by adding mass. Use mass loaded vinyl, soundproof plasterboards and high density acoustic insulation to enhance the sound insulation.
Decoupling: By isolating the existing structure from the new wall, you will reduce the vibration sound that transmits through the wall. The AcoustiClip system is the best method of decoupling walls and ceilings.
Sound absorption: The walls ability to absorb sound waves is crucial in noise reduction. Product combinations work best for overall sound absorption or sound dampening. Acoustic insulation and soundproof membranes will dampen and absorb sound waves as they come into contact with them.
All our solutions are designed to incorporate as many of these as possible.
The best way to soundproof party walls and internal stud walls is to use a soundproof system that combines materials to offer the highest level of noise reduction.
We recommend the AcosutClip System to soundproof any wall. The systems incorporate all the soundproofing products to ensure exceptional noise reduction against airborne and vibration noise. Provided with the systems are the AcoustiClip, AcoustiChannel, acoustic insulation, Noisestop 1+ Panels, acoustic plasterboard 15mm and acoustic sealants.
We have the AcoustiClip Direct System, our most popular solution for party walls. If you require soundproofing for excessively noisy neighbours or studios, we have the AcoustiClip Solid Wall System. The AcoustiClip Stud Wall System will restore privacy within your home for internal stud partitions.
Our slimmest wall soundproofing solutions are the Noisestop Sielnt Panel or Wall System 2.
Silent Panel 30mm: The Noisestop Silent offers the best acoustic performance of wall soundproofing panels. At only 30mm thick, it can be used to soundproof walls in the tightest of spaces.
Wall System 2: Our thinnest solution combining soundproofing materials is Wall System 2. If you have limited space and require maximum sound insulation this is our recommended solution.
All our products and systems for walls and ceilings are supplied with acoustic plasterboard as the final finish. This type of plasterboard can be finished in the same way as standard plasterboards.
The acoustic plasterboards have a tapered edge which allows for taping and jointing if you want to avoid having them plastered.
Yes, you can reinstate electrical outlets into any of our soundproofing solutions.
We can provide acoustic putty pads for the electrical back boxes for single and double sockets.
You can use your wall as any other wall when attaching lightweight items.
For heavier objects like wall-mounted TVs, you must secure them to the structural wall behind the soundproofing. Direct sound transmission through these fixings would typically be minimised due to the mass and absorption of the soundproof panels.
