@b_limo Appreciate your contribution. To have value the batts have to be cut just right to give a secure “press fit”. There will not be any need of support before adding drywall. Ensure the batts are slightly thicker than the studs. The you have the benefit of damping the drywall with the pressure of the batts. All this will pale in comparison to 5/8 Quietrock smply attached via green glue. No nails. If dabs of a different industrial glue are required for strength, use one that remains resilient. This type of adhesive is readily available.
What's the best way to soundproof a room on budget
I'm starting to research ways to reduce sound transmission through a wall since I'll be moving in a few months and my new living space will share one wall with another family. What I am thinking is nailing cork board onto the wall and then covering the cork board with inexpensive foam pyramids. I think I could do thewholewall (8-9 feet high? 14 feet wide) for around $500-$600 dollars going this route. Any suggestions for whats worked for you?
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If you want to go cheap-but effective. Use 50 year asphalt roofing shingles glued onto the drywall. Add layers as needed. An old favorite of diy speaker builders. Cheap,done right, very effective. Cheers and have fun. Use a heavy layer of plastic sheathing to contain the smell. Decorate to taste. Be creative! Cheers. Pete |
Hi, I recently moved to an apartment half a kilometre away from the train tracks and it gets loud at times, so my neighbour recommended to me this noise screen, it was really effective in reducing sound transmission into my house. It is worth the money, aesthetically pleasing and easy to set up. |
Hi there. Just a small share. I remember I had a problem with soundproof with my walls. I have tried different materials to deal with this issue, however, most of them were garbage. I have spend around 500$, just for the soundproof, and was very nervous that nothing works. But! I decided to follow my friends recommendation and find professionals. Actually, there are couple of really good companies that do provide different variations of sound proof wall cover. The one that I like the most, and one I recommend is this one - wood wool acoustic panel I very glad that I have used their materials. Try it for yourself! |
You're on the right trail for sure. I have a couple of kids who are into music and I wanted to dampen the sound so I had a local drywall contractor come in and install some acoustic panels in my basement. It really is nothing more than cork boards to dampen the noise. I'd recommend you take a little time to design what you want, its not that difficult at all. Good luck! |
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