Soundproofing ceiling

squirrelingforwinter · 2023-02-25T21:34:03+00:00

Has anyone ever had it done? Been quoted almost 3000 and would like to know experiences before I consider it. is to reduce really bad acoustic noise and also some impact noise thanks!

C4tastrophe · 25/02/2023 22:16

Just to be clear. You have an apartment above you, and you intend to pull the ceiling down to noise proof it ‘from underneath’?
I presume it’s a wooden floor above?

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squirrelingforwinter · 25/02/2023 22:24

More or less. It is carpeted (poorly i expect) above as well. Not possible to do anything much from that side though, I’ve already tried -rental property above, landlord hands off remote. Soundproofing ceilings is a pretty common approach in my situation but was hoping for some personal accounts

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FeelinSpendy · 25/02/2023 22:41

Not what you want to hear but I’ve done this in the past and it didn’t help much. We added a dropped ceiling with insulation and could still clearly hear noise from above (mostly walking around).
however, I’m not certain that it was done correctly. It was done as part of a wider renovation. We didn’t live there while it was being done and the builders bodged/took shortcuts elsewhere during the renovation.

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squirrelingforwinter · 26/02/2023 08:51

Thanks that’s useful. I’m only looking at companies which solely specialise in soundproofing and they have very good reviews… should help?

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Jefferz54 · 27/02/2023 05:41

I had this done in a previous flat I owned due to noise from flat above. There was a concrete floor between my ceiling and flat above, and the soundproofing company filled this whole area in. Unfortunately, it didn't really help, as sound travels between walls as well. From what I read you'd need to do all walls and ceiling to properly block out noise. I don't think it's worth it. I just sold and moved in the end.

Diyextension · 27/02/2023 09:01

I’ve heard 2 layers of 15mm plasterboard is good for damping sound ? I suppose you could go for 3 Layers ? Think there are a few YouTube videos on it.

SWW · 27/02/2023 09:09

Impact noises are harder to reduce than airborne. There is some useful information on the Quietco and Soundproofing store websites. I'm not recommending them as such as I haven't personally used their products, but the information may help in your research. One thing to beware, do not choose a company who say they will provide you with testimonials once you have confirmed your booking and paid a deposit. Best to look at companies who have a good number of recent, positive online reviews.

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squirrelingforwinter · 27/02/2023 20:23

Jefferz54 · 27/02/2023 05:41

I had this done in a previous flat I owned due to noise from flat above. There was a concrete floor between my ceiling and flat above, and the soundproofing company filled this whole area in. Unfortunately, it didn't really help, as sound travels between walls as well. From what I read you'd need to do all walls and ceiling to properly block out noise. I don't think it's worth it. I just sold and moved in the end.

Thanks, helpful. Was this for impact (footsteps) or airborne (voices, tv) noise?

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squirrelingforwinter · 27/02/2023 20:24

SWW · 27/02/2023 09:09

Impact noises are harder to reduce than airborne. There is some useful information on the Quietco and Soundproofing store websites. I'm not recommending them as such as I haven't personally used their products, but the information may help in your research. One thing to beware, do not choose a company who say they will provide you with testimonials once you have confirmed your booking and paid a deposit. Best to look at companies who have a good number of recent, positive online reviews.

thanks this is helpful - my focus is on airborne. There is impact too but it bothers me less.

only looking at companies on checkatrade!

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MrsRobinsonsHandprints · 27/02/2023 20:31

Seriously don't put all your faith in checkatrade. To be a member you pay a fee, and then you get to control virtually all that is written about you as checkatrade wants the trader to keep paying the advertising fee.
The best tradesmen don't need to pay to advertise on checkatrade.

Iirc this post will be taken down as they are very litigious.

Search reviews of checkatrade

Jefferz54 · 28/02/2023 16:27

squirrelingforwinter · 27/02/2023 20:23

Thanks, helpful. Was this for impact (footsteps) or airborne (voices, tv) noise?

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For both really