12 best materials for soundproofing walls

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Noise insulation of walls in houses and apartments is designed to protect housing from external sounds (passing cars, music from neighbors, repairs, etc.). For office buildings, additional wall filling is even more important so that employees can work in silence. What materials are considered the best for sound insulation and what the masters say about them in reviews, you can find out from our review.

Rating of the best materials for soundproofing walls

Nomination	a place	Name of product	rating
The best materials for soundproofing walls	1	SoundGuard EcoSukoIsol	5.0
	2	TECSOUND FT-75	4.9
	3	ZIPS-III-Ultra	4.8
	4	Shumanet-ECO	4.7
	5	SoundGuard Isokover	4.6
	6	Soundline-dB	4.5
	7	Wicanders dekwall melville	4.4
	8	StopSound Eco	4.3
	9	SoundGuard Membrane	4.2
	10	Knauf AcousticKnauf	4.1
	11	Rockwool Acoustic Butts pro Ultrathin 27x600x1000 mm	4.0
	12	TERMOZVUKOIZOL	4.0

The best materials for soundproofing walls

When compiling TOP-12, we took into account such characteristics as: density of materials, thickness of sheets, their strength when placed vertically in the wall. Experts also paid attention to the flammability, smoke generation and toxicity of the filler, as well as customer reviews. We hope this review will help you better understand the features of modern goods and choose the most suitable one for a specific place of use.

SoundGuard EcoSukoIsol

Rating: 5.0

Noise insulation from the SoundGuard brand comes first. The slab fully corresponds to its name “Eco”, since it is made of cardboard and sand by pressing. The product is delivered with dimensions of 1200×800 mm, and the panel section is only 13 mm. The material is obtained with a density of 17.9 kg / m³. In addition to sound insulation, it also helps insulate walls, because it has a low thermal conductivity of 0.17 W / ms. Buyers in the reviews like that the material is quite durable and the panels can be mounted to the wall without an additional frame, as is the case with mineral wool. Although the boards are made of fragile components, they are able to withstand static loads of up to 65 kg / m². But due to the presence inside the cardboard, they moderately promote combustion and smoke formation.

According to experts, the material is the best, since it provides noise insulation from sounds propagating through the air, up to 36 dB. This is a high indicator that other products cannot compete with. If you have noisy neighbors, take a look at this wall filler.

Advantages

• low toxicity class T1;
• installation without a frame;
• does not make the wall too thick;
• low thermal conductivity.

disadvantages

• moderately sustains combustion;
• it is inconvenient to transport flat plates;
• contributes to the smoke of the room in case of fire.

TECSOUND FT-75

Rating: 4.9

In second place is a product from the Spanish brand TECSOUND, which consists of one layer of felt with a high delay of sound waves (acoustic type) and a membrane that serves to bond the material. For noise insulation, the filler shows a delay of external sounds up to 22 dB. In addition, the insulation reduces vibration and can be used in places near a construction site, or in the operation of various machines and machines. The material thickness of 14 mm does not make the walls massive. The layer is capable of stretching and is characterized by frost and heat resistance. Buyers in the reviews like that the service life of the wall filler is 10 years.

We marked this material as the best in terms of ease of installation. It is delivered not in the form of slabs, but in rolls of 5.5×1.2 m. This facilitates transportation and allows you to cut the segment exactly to the height of the wall. The presence of plasticizers in the composition makes it extremely elastic – they can even upholstery projections, beams and other irregularities.

Advantages

• pronounced damping properties;
• thickness 14 mm;
• easy transportation of the roll;
• 10-year warranty.

disadvantages

• high price;
• deteriorates from moisture;
• refers to highly flammable G4 groups.

ZIPS-III-Ultra

Rating: 4.8

The wall mounting material is of the third generation and has a total cross-section of 42 mm. It consists of a layer of mineral wool and gypsum fiber sheet, which acts as a rigid base. When finishing from the inner side of the wall, together with the fastening system, sheets of plasterboard and a finishing layer of putty, the thickness of the sound insulation will be 5.5 cm. The material is produced in the form of slabs with a size of 1.2×0.6 m. The sound insulation indicator reaches 11-13 dB by air. Seams between the boards must be treated with a sealant. In the reviews, buyers report that the canvas on the walls effectively muffles the noise from loud neighboring music using a subwoofer, children running, and household sounds.

The feature of this sound insulation is the latest development – the placement of 8 blocks on the surface of the sheet, protruding 10 mm above the canvas. They are made from imported polyurethane and are designed to absorb vibration and sounds with a frequency of 100 Hz. This is the best option for soundproofing walls in gyms, hotels, assembly halls and kindergartens. Another item worth paying attention to is the owners of apartments adjacent to the elevator shafts.

Advantages

• rigid construction;
• effectively absorbs vibration from loud music;
• fasteners included;
• the fiberglass does not fall down as it is attached to the base.

disadvantages

• the weight of the entire plate is 19 kg;
• when insulating the wall, it occupies a thickness of 5.5 cm;
• high price.

Shumanet-ECO

Rating: 4.7

Further in the review, a product made from spatula fiber, where acrylic acts as a connecting link. The average sound absorption coefficient of the material is 0.85 NRC. The sound absorber is on sale in packs of 4 units inside. The dimensions of the canvas are 1250x600x50 mm, which are convenient for laying against the wall. One package can cover 3 m² of the area, so the amount of material is easy to calculate in advance so as not to buy too much. For finishing, sheets of drywall are used, which are then putty and painted. In the reviews, buyers like that the material contains no phenol and formaldehyde resins that emit harmful fumes. The goods are also remarkable with a density of 30 kg / m³, which gives high-quality sound insulation.

We found the wall aggregate to be the best in terms of fire safety. This material belongs to the NG group, i.e. does not burn completely and does not support combustion. Spatula fiber is also used to create fireproof metal doors. With its help, it will be possible to perform reliable protection of walls and entrances from the spread of fire, which is worth paying attention to, especially in shops and offices where there are a large number of people.

Advantages

• density 30 kg / m³;
• easy to install;
• does not burn and does not support such processes;
• easy transportation;
• elastic and will not break.

disadvantages

• the material is hygroscopic;
• fixation is required around the entire perimeter, since the cotton wool can slip.

SoundGuard Isokover

Rating: 4.6

This noise insulation material fully lives up to its name and looks like a carpet. The lining for wall insulation consists of fiberglass sheathed with non-woven spunbond. A sound absorber is produced in a roll of 5×1.5 m, and its section is 15 mm. Customers in the reviews love how easy it is to transport and stack the material. But users warn that it is important to properly seal the cut site (usually the strip is cut into two parts in the case of 2.5 m high ceilings), since glass dust will pour out of it. The material absorbs impact noise up to 30 dB. In addition to sound absorption, the mat effectively fights the penetration of cold, since its thermal conductivity is 0.038 W / mS.

We singled out the material as the best for the walls due to the provision of a manufacturer's warranty up to 15 years. Due to the durable spunbond shell, the fiberglass does not crumble longer, so the next repair in the apartment will not have to be done soon.

Advantages

• environmentally friendly material;
• high efficiency with low thickness;
• pronounced vibration damping properties;
• convenient installation.

disadvantages

• when cutting a strip, an outlet for glass dust opens;
• low density 1.46 kg / m³.

Soundline-dB

Rating: 4.5

Further in the review, sheet material with which they insulate and eliminate unnecessary noise, and it can be used both on brick walls and on frame partitions. Plates are produced with dimensions 1200×1200 mm and have a section of 16.5 mm. Each panel weighs 30 kg, so it should be securely fastened to the wall using self-tapping screws with a pitch of 20 cm. In the reviews, customers like the material for its resistance to moisture, so dampness on the walls will not damage the insulation.

The main advantage of this product, for which it was recognized as the best, is the three-layer design with a thickness of 16.5 mm. Noise insulation consists of two gypsum fiber sheets connected with a special sealant. The latter not only plays the role of a connecting link, but also eliminates vibration due to its elasticity and elasticity. This technology reduces the transmission of both high-frequency and low-frequency noise through walls. The product has a record sound reduction rate of up to 68 dB.

Advantages

• robust construction;
• increased fire safety;
• resistance to moisture penetration;
• noise isolation 68 dB.

disadvantages

• difficult to transport large panels;
• the weight of each plate is 30 kg;
• harder to cut to fit the wall.

Wicanders dekwall melville

Rating: 4.4

The Portuguese manufacturer Wicanders offers sound insulation made of cork veneer. It is produced in slabs in dimensions 60×30 cm. The surface of the material is coated with wax, which increases the water-repellent properties. One package contains 11 sheets, which is enough to cover 1.98 m² of wall area. The canvases are fixed with glue, after which they can be covered with drywall. In addition to sound insulation, natural material prevents freezing. The panels do not have any harmful emissions, so they can be safely mounted in children's rooms and bedrooms. The manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty for it, which buyers like in the reviews. According to them, the blades are easy to cut and easy to transport because they are smaller than competing sheet materials and weigh only 4 kg in a package.

The material was recognized by us as the best due to the cross section of 3 mm. If it is additionally covered with 9 mm drywall sheets, then the total thickness of the wall build-up will be 12 mm. This will not “steal” the useful space of the room and will provide an increase in sound insulation. The material is especially suitable for small rooms of 3-6 m².

Advantages

• light weight does not load the walls;
• water-repellent surface;
• easy installation;
• high environmental friendliness of the material.

disadvantages

• sometimes breaks at the edges;
• high price.

StopSound Eco

Rating: 4.3

And here is another material used for soundproofing walls, which contains polyester fiber. There are two versions of sheets of 20 and 50 mm on sale, and one package can contain 6 or 15 units. The dimensions of the canvases are 120×60 cm. Synthetic polyester yarns are environmentally friendly. The masters in the reviews like that no personal protective equipment is required for the installation of the plates. The fibers do not itch or prick your hands. The 6-board package weighs only 5 kg, so the filler does not overload the walls.

We marked the insulation as one of the best due to its density of 42 kg / m³. Even with a cross section of 20 mm, this contributes to a sound absorption of 75 NRC. In the case of a thickness of 50 mm, the figure increases to 90 NRC, so the material is suitable for walls bordering a staircase. Thermal conductivity at the level of 0.035 W / mS is also a plus in such operation.

Advantages

• light weight;
• easy installation;
• no phenol-formaldehyde;
• the material does not emit prickly dust and does not provoke itching.

disadvantages

• flammability group G4;
• in case of fire it promotes the formation of smoke in the range of 50-500 m² / kg.

SoundGuard Membrane

Rating: 4.2

The review of the best soundproofing materials is continued by a novelty from the SoundGuard brand – Membrane, which is produced in the form of a roll with dimensions of 2.5×1.2 m. The canvas consists of a natural mineral filler and polymer binders. Wall decoration can be finished with OSB, MDF or GKL boards. The masters in the reviews like that the material does not absorb moisture, but is capable of letting in steam, since it is a membrane. It does not emit unpleasant odors and is easy to install. It can be attached to any type of wall surface (gypsum, plaster, plastic). For fixing, glue is used, which dries within 20 minutes.

The product has a section of 3.8 and 3.9 mm, for which it was recognized as the best. Compared to a cork backing, the advantage is that it is a flexible material that can be conveniently transported on a roll. Solid sheets of 2.5 m allow you to immediately close the wall from floor to ceiling. With such a small thickness, noise insulation is 28 dB.

Advantages

• dense structure;
• robust construction;
• can be used on any type of walls;
• operation is allowed at temperatures from -60 to + 180 ° C.

disadvantages

• high price;
• if you do not glue the joints, then the effect of sound insulation is reduced.

Knauf AcousticKnauf

Rating: 4.1

This wall sound absorber is a mineral wool made up of multidirectional fibers connected by a resin bond. Due to the large amount of air between the hairs, it forms a powerful barrier to sound streams, absorbing waves. Sound insulation is mounted in the walls with a sealant so that the sheets do not slide down under their own weight. Outside, the filler is closed with plasterboard plates. It is optimal to use insulation in wall partitions, since a 50 mm section takes up useful space in the room, if attached to external walls. Buyers in reviews like the environmental friendliness of the material, which received official approval from the Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences for the operation of cotton wool boards in kindergartens, schools and hospitals.

Experts considered this material the best in terms of the ratio of density and sound insulation. At 15 kg / m³, the interlayer, together with the GVL sheet, provides a noise reduction of up to 52 dB. Other materials capable of this weigh much more due to their increased density.

Advantages

• safe manufacturing technology Ecose;
• completely eliminates household noise;
• gluing of joints is not required;
• the panels are off.

disadvantages

• cotton wool may slip a little;
• the material is hygroscopic.

Rockwool Acoustic Butts pro Ultrathin 27x600x1000 mm

Rating: 4.0

On the penultimate place in the review is another type of mineral wool produced in slabs of 60×100 cm. 12 pieces are sold in one package, which allows covering 7.2 m² of walls. The manufacturer produces sound insulation by gluing fibers with different directions. This increases the strength of the material and promotes better sound absorption. The hairs sticking out in different directions reliably protect against the transmission of high or low temperatures, since there is enough air between them. In terms of thermal conductivity, the slabs demonstrate a low rate of 0.034 W / mC.

In our opinion, the material is the best in terms of strength among the wadded counterparts, since it retains its shape and does not shrink behind the wall. This is ensured by a density of 60 kg / m³ with a thickness of 27 mm. Such characteristics will not allow the sound insulation to sink in places where there was no glue, so that “windows” are formed that let sound through.

Advantages

• completely non-flammable;
• chaotic arrangement of fibers;
• no shrinkage during the entire service life;
• thermal conductivity 0.034 W / mS.

disadvantages

• afraid of moisture;
• crumbles a little at the corners during installation.

TERMOZVUKOIZOL

Rating: 4.0

The list of the best is completed by noise insulation, which is a needle-punched fiberglass, protection in a non-woven cover. This prevents dust from the fibers from entering the environment. Products for wall insulation are produced in the form of a mat with dimensions of 10×1.5 m and a section of 14 mm. The roll weighs 26 kg, so it is not very easy to work at the initial stage. Vibration isolating ability allows you to delay vibrations with a frequency of 60 to 4000 Hz. The total reduction in sound passing through the wall is 29 dB. Despite the thin layer, sound insulation is able to reduce the transfer of cold to the room due to the thermal conductivity coefficient of 0.038 W / mS.

Experts considered the material to be the best for organizing temporary soundproofing of walls, which will then have to be dismantled. This is applicable for utility rooms, cabins at a construction site and other structures. Unlike other types of sound insulation, this one is not glued to the surface, but is screwed on with self-tapping screws, so it can be easily dismantled and reused on other objects.

Advantages

• environmental Safety;
• increased material density;
• vibration-absorbing properties;
• withstands temperatures from -40 to +140 degrees.

disadvantages

• high price;
• one roll weighs 26 kg;
• When cutting, fiberglass dust spills out.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.