Soundproof Insulation

Frequently Asked Acoustic Insulation Questions

What Is the Best Insulation for Soundproofing?

The type of insulation that you choose depends on your circumstances. There are lots of advantages of choosing either rock mineral or glass wool insulation. Here are a few things to consider when making your choice.

• Density - Rock mineral wool such as Rockwool acoustic insulation is far denser than glass wool, which means that it performs better as soundproofing insulation.
• Installation - Rockwool sound insulation slab is far more rigid than glass wool rolls. Rolls are better for difficult, uneven areas that would not suit rigid slabs.
• Fire - Both rock mineral and glass wool acoustic insulation materials are rated A1 (non-combustible) on the Euroclass scale. The Euroclass scale regulates the classification of insulation materials across Europe.
• Moisture - Rock mineral wool is resistant to water. You do not have to worry about sag or rot when you choose rock mineral slabs as acoustic insulation for partition walls, cavity walls and floors. Glass wool insulation is not as resistant to moisture. When moisture takes hold of glass wool rolls, they become a breeding ground for bacteria, fungi, and mildew. People who live in areas with high rainfalls often choose rock mineral wool slabs.
• Price - If you are searching for cheap acoustic soundproof insulation products, you should browse through our glass wool rolls. Glass wool insulation is up to 10% cheaper than the rock mineral wool alternative. However, being less dense than rock mineral wool, it doesn’t achieve the same levels of acoustic performance.

What Is The Best Sound Insulation for Walls? 

For optimal soundproofing between rooms, mineral wool products are the preferred insulation for internal stud walls, especially in shared housing. 

Mineral wool is cost-effective, simple to install, and provides excellent sound insulation capabilities.

How to Cut Acoustic Soundproof Insulation?

Whether you buy sound reduction insulation for walls or acoustic insulation for floors, you might need to cut your insulation down to size. 

Pipes, cables, and joists can get in the way of a perfect finish. Even if you have bought noise insulation that perfectly fits between your studs, it is worth knowing how to resize it.

Lots of people think that they need specialist equipment to cut insulation. You can cut rock and glass wool insulation with a simple serrated knife. Utility knives are another popular choice, but they do dull quickly. 

We recommend marking your measurements and using a guide (such as a straight piece of wood) to keep your cuts accurate

Always wear safety gloves, aprons, and goggles. If you are concerned about health and safety, consult with a professional before making any cuts.

How Does Acoustic Insulation Work? 

Soundproof insulation products are designed to bring harmony to loud homes. 

The fibre matrix of sound proof insulation encourages the absorption of sound waves, whereas other insulation types simply let the sound pass through. 

If your walls and floors are not insulated, there are very few barriers for the sound waves to get through. The more layers the vibrations have to travel through, the fewer that will make it into the next room.

With acoustic insulation roll, acoustic insulation slab or acoustic insulation boards hugging your home you can minimise sound transmission and bask in sweet, manufactured silence. 

We stock a range of acoustic insulation solutions that will reduce airborne noise and help you restore peace in your home.

Does Thermal Insulation Reduce Noise in Walls?

Thermal insulation works to limit heat transfer, while acoustic insulation is designed to control sound transfer and reverberation. 

When these two types of insulation are combined, we get thermal acoustic insulation, a highly effective solution that tackles both heat and noise transfer, ensuring a more comfortable and peaceful environment.