Soundproofing floor in the apartment: Step-by-step instructions Floors
Very often in private houses create all the conditions so that there is a cozy and nice to be. Of course, for this you need at least to create high-quality sound insulation. Experts in the construction industry noted that the most important and responsible component of such works is the soundproofing of the floor. Often, the materials for noise insulation are laid in cases where the floors have some flaws, respectively, they will creak all the time.
Fortunately, today there is absolutely nothing complicated in the creation of sound insulation of the floor. Materials for such work are fairly cheap, and manipulations with the material are simple.
Obviously, during the whole process you need to be attentive, as well as understand all the responsibility of the works. Despite the simplicity of all actions, frank errors may entail large losses, especially if modern and expensive material is chosen as sound insulation.
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Features of the use of sound insulation
Despite the versatility of some sound insulation materials represented by a number of manufacturers, in some cases, one or another type of product is better not to apply. Accordingly, this information should be recognized directly from the manufacturer to avoid unnecessary problems. It is important to note that much depends on the type of surface.
Very often, mineral wool, foam, and special substrates are used for sound insulation of the floor. All these materials are an excellent option for those who wish to create thermal insulation of the floor, however, as sound insulation is not the most ideal option.
Surely the most optimal solution for sound insulation of the floor is the material of TIZ, the release of which is engaged in numerous manufacturers all over the world. It should be noted that its characteristics can differ significantly depending on who exactly released the material. On this issue, it is also better to consult with experts to provide the necessary sound isolation.
Of course, some of the above materials cannot be excluded. Mineral wool and foam is quite popular construction resources, and they are really used as sound insulation. However, their effectiveness is quite low. If there is a need to eliminate small sound waves, then mineral wool will be enough. Polyfoam, unfortunately, with such tasks copes somewhat worse.
The TII material is a thick layer of fiber, which resembles mineral wool. Its thickness is quite large, so the floor must correspond to the dimensions of the sound isolation created.
Soundproofing Preparation
Before placing the entire surface of the floor, the soundproofing material is necessary to prepare the surface. First of all, you should get rid of the old screed, as well as to control the surface of the surface. If there are essential flaws or cracks, it is better to arm cement mortar and take care that the floor is really smooth.
After that, it is necessary to unwell sound insulation over the entire area of \u200b\u200bthe room to appreciate its dimensions and thickness. First of all, you need to pay attention to the last parameter that does not have to create discomfort. Too thick material can significantly reduce space indoors.
Sound insulation process
Very often, a special lining is used as sound insulation, which has a very small thickness. The material is simply located all over the area of \u200b\u200bthe room. At the same time, you need to ensure that there are no passes and gaps during the flooring. It is best to have a mustache material. Ultimately, if at least small errors in this process are present, the effectiveness of the material is rapidly falling. However, it is not necessary to get upset hard, because in any case everything can be corrected, although you have to spend a little strength and time.
In order to significantly increase the audio insulation of the floor, it will also have to get a damper tape. It has a small thickness and width, but its characteristics allow you to significantly improve the effectiveness of insulation from noise. This tape is located in the corners of the room, and you need to follow so that it fits tightly to the floor surface, as well as to the wall. It is advisable to make the damper tape be installed over the lining. This will ensure excellent countering noise in the room. With the help of the tape, we also significantly increase the life of sound insulation and the created screed.
After all these works, you can cook the screed and fill the floor. Before this, it is advisable to carefully check that sound insulation did not have any problem areas.
Immediately after drying, the screed can be arm with scissors and cropping the extra part of the side damping ribbon.
Soundproofing of classic wooden floors
Unfortunately, not everyone has modern floors in their home, so in this case it will be about wooden floors that have classic lags. It is such a major space between lags to be the best suitable for creating sound and thermal insulation. Accordingly, in this process, it is necessary to arm a sufficiently large insulating material (even mineral wool is suitable). In the process, we will need to crop the material parts in such a way that they correspond to the size of the space between the lag. It should be borne in mind that the soundproofing material must be a pair of millimeters wider than the space presented. It ensure highly efficient room insulation. Considering that lags can have too small space, the process of arranging sound insulation can delay for several days.
Bad news also lies in the fact that a special soundproofing material created for the classic wooden floor is still released. Therefore, you will have to be content with what is already available on the market. Accordingly, for this reason, the effectiveness of the insulation is significantly reduced.