Combined with acoustic wall and ceiling systems, acoustic flooring can effectively reduce noise transmission in a residential or commercial space to improve privacy, comfort, and comply with Part E Building Regulations. This is achieved through three key principles:

• Insulation: Our acoustic flooring systems use materials like Rockwool Acoustic Insulation to absorb and dissipate sound energy, reducing reverberation in cavities.
• Isolation: Also known as decoupling, isolation involves creating a physical separation between the finished floor and subfloor, breaking direct sound paths.
• Mass: Adding dense materials to our acoustic floor systems also helps to block sound transmission. Materials like dB acoustic underlay absorb sound energy travelling through floors.

Our acoustic floor solutions include both acoustic underlay and timber floating floor systems. All are high-quality, including everything you need for effective soundproofing, but differ slightly depending on the floor finish and the acoustic performance level required.

Acoustic Floor Systems for Wood, Laminate, and Carpet Finishes

We have two systems which combine multiple acoustic layers. Your floor finish can be applied directly onto the acoustic layers, whether that’s a wood or laminate finish or a carpet finish.

These systems use materials such as Rockwool insulation, No More Ply construction board, and Tecsound for effective resistance to the passage of sound. Two different types of dB matting are used to allow for flex if required, depending on the floor finish.

dB Panel Straight to Joist Acoustic Systems

For installations in conversions and new builds, our dB panel systems are popular. These are straight-to-joist, floating floor systems which require no mechanical fixings and can be beneficial for retaining floor-to-ceiling height.

Acoustic Underlay Systems

We have three unique systems for applying acoustic underlay. These systems use Acoustilay or dB matting to add mass. Each system has been designed for different floor structures and finishes, including concrete flooring, LVT finishes, and carpet finishes.

Our acoustic floor systems are designed to provide everything you need for effective sound insulation, but choosing the right system needs consideration of a few factors:

• Floor Type & Structure: What floor type and structure will you be installing your acoustic floor system onto? For example, wooden timber beams or concrete.
• Floor Finish: What floor finish will you be using once your system is installed? Timber,  hardwood, and laminate require low-deflection systems while carpet can benefit from a more luxurious feel underfoot and LVT needs a level, solid floor to be laid over.
• Performance & Noise Type: What level of performance are you looking for and is your noise source airborne, impact, or both?
• Budgetary Requirements: Our range can meet different budget requirements, providing effective sound absorption at an affordable price.

For expert advice that’s tailored to your project, contact our team online or give us a call.

The Team At SIS Says:

“There are a number of questions that need to be answered before specifying the correct acoustic floor system for your project. What acoustic performance are you looking for? What are the issues? Are you trying to meet regulations? 

“Next, we need to know what your proposed floor finish is. Laminate, wood, carpet, or LVT vinyl? What height can you afford to lose? And finally, what is your budget?”