What is plasterboard?

The sound is basically a number of vibrations. Limit vibrations and it implies that the sound will be reduced. This is a prerequisite behind the sound gypsum tub, a relatively new addition to the supplier's arsenal and do-it-youourselfer. However, whether it protects against cold air or annoying noise, the object is the same - find out where the unwanted force escapes and seals it. With the sound, the bottom line of the audio transmission class is, which quantifies how much or how little sound the walls pass.

Everything above 40 STC is considered to be at least reasonably non -gap and plasterboard affection, which would generally be controlled between 50 and 55 years. The sound gypsum tub achieves a process called ED layer limitation, for the first time used in the context of the TICK ROCK® Sun solution.

The stronger the walls, the less penetration from the sound. The thin layer of plasterboard tends to act as head bI take up, which really amplifies sound vibrations. The sound gypsum wound is about 5/8 inches thick (1.47 centimeters) and is even more robust through the process called a limited layer. Damping of a limited layer has existed for decades, but previously used in applications other than houses, such as a reduction in vibration in highway bridges or against the noise of the engine in aircraft.

One way to achieve limited layer damping is an alternative layer of base material - usually gypsum - with layers of glue or plastic polymers. Other companies use ceramic materials or even metal. Whatever the material is, the idea is that plasterboard stiff is less likely to be trembling when the sound of the toll.

Sound gypsum tub is more expensive than thinner, more traditional diversity - just below $ 40 USD for a sheet. It also represents a challenge for to-it-yourselfers because things like studs and electrical outlets must be extended towere repaid with a new surface. It can only be cheaper to ask neighbors or children to keep it down.