Soundproofing Walls??
I own a commercial strip mall. A Curves for women wants to rent a vacant store which is next door to a Day Spa. We will need to soundproof the wall that seperates them. Do any of you know of any material I could use to soundproof.
I thought of regular insulation, but I rememebr a while ago someone told me about another material, can't remember what it was.
Any help wouldbe greatly appreciated.
I always used sound board but the better stuff (Homosote) might be what you are looking for. Dont forget that wonderboard is also a great dampener if you use acoustical caulking with it for a cheaper alternative.
Good luck,
Kyle
Try looking up "soundproofing" on Google or Yahoo. Many materials are available, and their specs will be online. My experience is that soundproofing material comes in various types - all rated for how much muting it will provide.
Word of caution. I bought all this stuff and my contractor didn't have a clue (or interest in) how to use it. When I saw that he was about to leave without telling his men what to do with it all, I sat with him and read the manufacturer's instructions aloud to make sure he told his men how to install it. So much for the general contractor.
Bottom line: I used special soundbaording, plus a paperlike material to cut sound even more, and also left open space between walls to create a sound barriers - and I can still hear the upstairs toilet flush by my left ear whenever someone uses the public restroom above my office.
Looking back, I realize I should have spent 4-5 hours researching this topic, rather than just 1-2.
If you find something terrific, please come back and let us all know.
MarleneM
Soundproofing is hard. Told our architect to go beyond what he said was adequate in a mew motel. Can still hear the room next door and above.
IMO, you need to do everything you can to the exisitng wall - insulate, seal, foam around outlets, etc.
Then build a second wall with at least an inch of air space between. You and the spa might be satisfied.
Good luck!!!!
[addsig]
I build soundproof rooms that I rent as rehearsal studios to rock and roll bands. How about you contact me and we can discuss your specific needs. Your work-out gym is relatively easy.