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Soundproofing panels

Hi,
I’m looking to soundproof part of my house that joins my noisy neighbours home. I’m going to try one wall in a room, and if it makes any difference will do the rest of the house.

I’ve been reading up on the different types of soundproofing and decoupling. 


I can’t find any reviews online but I am interested in these as they seem to tick a few boxes

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  • grumbler
    grumbler Posts: 58,629 Forumite
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    27mm out of which at least 15mm is plasterboard - this doesn't inspire much confidence.
    And has to be screwed to the wall - at lest 9 screws per board. Screws will transmit sound from bricks to the plasterboard.
    When less sophisticated method is used - a stud wall with acoustic rockwool slabs, the studs are fixed to the floor and ceiling joists to avoid direct contact with the noisy wall.

    Just my opinion...
  • markin
    markin Posts: 3,864 Forumite
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    Seems interesting, let us know how it works!

    If it doesn't you can add a second layer, or is that recommended anyway, Or you can always build a new stud wall over it.
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