{"title":"Soundproof Acoustic insulation","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional acoustic insulation for walls, floors and ceilings.\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieve Building Regulations Approved Document E, BB93 and BS 8233 compliance with our certified UK-stocked range of acoustic insulation materials. From mineral wool and mass loaded vinyl to rubber acoustic mats and cork composites — we stock the complete system, not just individual products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/timber-floating-floors\"\u003eShop Timber Floating Floors\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/acoustic-rubber-insulation\"\u003eAcoustic Rubber Insulation\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airborne-and-impact-noise\"\u003eAirborne \u0026amp; Impact Noise Solutions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Acoustic Insulation?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcoustic insulation is any material or system used to reduce the transmission of sound between spaces — between floors, through walls, or across ceilings. Unlike thermal insulation (which simply resists heat flow), acoustic insulation must address two fundamentally different types of noise:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirborne noise\u003c\/strong\u003e — sound waves that travel through the air before striking a surface (voices, music, television, traffic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpact noise\u003c\/strong\u003e — vibration generated by direct contact with a structure (footsteps, dropped objects, vibrating machinery)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEffective acoustic insulation works through three physical principles: \u003cstrong\u003emass\u003c\/strong\u003e (heavy materials resist sound transmission), \u003cstrong\u003eabsorption\u003c\/strong\u003e (porous materials convert sound energy into heat), and \u003cstrong\u003edecoupling\u003c\/strong\u003e (isolating surfaces so vibration cannot travel directly through the structure). The most effective systems combine all three principles in a layered assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Acoustic Insulation Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mass Law\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mass law states that sound transmission loss increases by approximately 6dB for every doubling of a material's surface mass. This is why dense materials such as mass loaded vinyl (MLV), concrete, and high-density rubber provide greater airborne sound insulation than lighter alternatives. Adding mass to a floor or wall assembly is the most reliable way to increase airborne sound insulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbsorption\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcoustic absorption materials — typically open-cell mineral wool, glass fibre, or foam — convert sound energy into heat through friction as sound waves pass through the material's fibrous structure. Absorption is particularly effective at mid and high frequencies (500Hz–4,000Hz) and is commonly used within wall cavities, ceiling voids, and floating floor systems to reduce reverberation and flanking sound paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDecoupling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDecoupling separates a floor finish, wall lining, or ceiling from the structural substrate, preventing impact vibration from transmitting directly through the building fabric. Resilient layers such as acoustic rubber mats, neoprene isolators, and spring mounts are used to introduce decoupling into floor and ceiling assemblies. Without decoupling, even a heavy floor system can fail to meet impact noise targets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding dB Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcoustic performance is expressed in decibels (dB). Key metrics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRw\u003c\/strong\u003e — weighted sound reduction index (laboratory, airborne)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDnT,w\u003c\/strong\u003e — weighted standardised level difference (field test, airborne)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eΔLw (Delta Lw)\u003c\/strong\u003e — weighted impact sound improvement index (impact noise reduction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL'nT,w\u003c\/strong\u003e — weighted standardised impact sound pressure level (field test, impact)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSTC\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sound Transmission Class (North American equivalent of Rw)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIIC\u003c\/strong\u003e — Impact Insulation Class (North American equivalent of ΔLw)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypes of Acoustic Insulation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Performance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcoustic Mineral Wool (45–100mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsorption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔRw +3–8dB in cavity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall\/ceiling cavities, Part E compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMass Loaded Vinyl (MLV 5–10kg\/m²)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMass barrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRw 27–32dB standalone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWalls, ceilings, floors — airborne noise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcoustic Rubber Mat (5–10mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMass + decoupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 15–22dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder hard floor finishes, impact noise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCork Acoustic Underlay (3–10mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsorption + decoupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 12–20dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder laminate, LVT, engineered wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComposite Acoustic Mat (10–25mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMass + absorption + decoupling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 20–28dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-performance floor systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResilient Bar + Mineral Wool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDecoupling + absorption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDnT,w +8–15dB improvement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndependent ceiling linings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following performance ranges are based on typical product specifications and independently tested assemblies. Actual in-situ performance may vary depending on substrate, workmanship, and flanking sound paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAirborne (ΔRw)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpact (ΔLw)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50mm Acoustic Mineral Wool (in cavity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+4–6dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStud wall, ceiling void\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mm Acoustic Mineral Wool (in cavity)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+6–8dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep wall\/ceiling cavities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMLV 5kg\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRw 27dB standalone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall lining, floor overlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMLV 10kg\/m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRw 32dB standalone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-mass barrier, ceiling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm Rubber Acoustic Mat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 15–18dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder hard flooring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm Rubber Acoustic Mat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 18–22dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder hard flooring, screed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm Cork Underlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 12–16dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder laminate\/LVT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10mm Cork Underlay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 16–20dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder engineered wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Floating Floor System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+8–14dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΔLw 22–30dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparating floor — Part E\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilding Regulations \u0026amp; Compliance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproved Document E (England \u0026amp; Wales)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding Regulations Approved Document E sets minimum acoustic performance standards for separating floors and walls in new dwellings, conversions, and rooms for residential purposes. Key requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAirborne (DnT,w)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpact (L'nT,w)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNew Build \/ Conversion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparating Floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 45dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤ 62dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparating Floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 43dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≤ 64dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparating Wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 45dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparating Wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≥ 43dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConversion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFailure to achieve Part E performance can result in building control refusal, costly remedial works, and potential liability for developers and contractors. Pre-completion acoustic testing is required for all new separating elements in England and Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBB93 — Schools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding Bulletin 93 specifies acoustic performance standards for all new and refurbished school buildings in England. Target values are more stringent than Approved Document E in many cases, with specific requirements for reverberation time, background noise levels, and sound insulation between teaching spaces. Our acoustic mineral wool and floating floor systems are suitable for BB93-compliant specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBS 8233:2014 — Commercial Spaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBS 8233 provides guidance on sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings including offices, hotels, and healthcare facilities. Recommended internal ambient noise levels range from NR 25 (recording studios, auditoria) to NR 45 (factories and industrial spaces). Our range of acoustic insulation products supports compliance with BS 8233 design criteria across all commercial building types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResidential New Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor new-build dwellings, Part E compliance is mandatory. Separating floors typically require a combination of structural concrete or timber joists, a resilient acoustic layer (rubber mat or cork underlay), a floating platform (chipboard or screed), and ceiling treatment below (independent ceiling with mineral wool and two layers of plasterboard). Our technical team can provide a full system specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eResidential Conversion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConverting a house into flats requires acoustic treatment of all separating floors and walls. Timber joist floors typically require an Independent Ceiling Treatment (ICT) below and a floating floor above to achieve the conversion target of L'nT,w ≤ 64dB. Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/timber-floating-floors\"\u003etimber floating floor systems\u003c\/a\u003e are designed specifically for retrofit conversion projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchools (BB93)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchool acoustic specifications require careful selection of products with independently tested performance data. Our acoustic mineral wool insulation and high-performance floating floor systems are suitable for BB93 compliance in primary, secondary, and higher education buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOffices \u0026amp; Commercial (BS 8233)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-plan offices, meeting rooms, and private offices each have different acoustic requirements under BS 8233. Our range of acoustic wall and ceiling products enables specifiers to achieve the required sound insulation between offices and the background noise targets set out in BS 8233.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHome Cinema \u0026amp; Recording Studio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHome cinema and recording studio applications require the highest levels of acoustic isolation available. A full room-within-a-room construction — using decoupled walls, floating floors, and independent ceilings — can achieve 50–65dB+ of sound insulation. Our team can assist with full studio acoustic specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial \u0026amp; Commercial Noise Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant rooms, generator enclosures, and industrial machinery applications require heavy mass barriers and high-density acoustic panels. Our MLV and composite acoustic mat products are suitable for industrial noise control applications requiring Rw 30dB+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuying Guide — How to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Identify Your Noise Problem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirborne noise\u003c\/strong\u003e (voices, music, TV) → prioritise mass: MLV, mineral wool, dense composite mats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpact noise\u003c\/strong\u003e (footsteps, dropped objects) → prioritise decoupling: rubber mats, cork underlay, floating floor systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoth types\u003c\/strong\u003e → layered system combining mass, absorption, and decoupling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Identify Your Substrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcrete floor\u003c\/strong\u003e → acoustic rubber mat or cork underlay + floating platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimber joist floor\u003c\/strong\u003e → resilient bar ceiling below + mineral wool + floating floor above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid masonry wall\u003c\/strong\u003e → independent wall lining with mineral wool + MLV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStud wall\u003c\/strong\u003e → mineral wool in cavity + additional mass layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3: Check Your Performance Requirement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart E new build\u003c\/strong\u003e → DnT,w ≥ 45dB \/ L'nT,w ≤ 62dB → full system required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart E conversion\u003c\/strong\u003e → DnT,w ≥ 43dB \/ L'nT,w ≤ 64dB → system with test data\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral improvement\u003c\/strong\u003e (no regulation) → product-level ΔLw\/Rw data sufficient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFloating Floor Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare substrate — clean, level, dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay acoustic resilient layer (rubber mat or cork underlay) — butt joints, no gaps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn up at perimeter to form acoustic break at wall junction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLay floating platform (chipboard, screed, or acoustic panels) — staggered joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure no rigid fixings penetrate the resilient layer (this creates a sound bridge)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall expansion gaps at all perimeters and fill with acoustic sealant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndependent Wall Lining\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix resilient channels or independent stud frame — do not allow rigid contact with the existing wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill cavity with acoustic mineral wool — full thickness, no voids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix two layers of plasterboard (staggered joints) to the independent frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal all perimeter junctions with acoustic sealant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow pipes or conduits to bridge the cavity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Installation Mistakes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaving gaps or voids in the acoustic layer (sound travels through the path of least resistance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid fixings that bridge the resilient layer (creates sound bridges that negate the decoupling)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnsealed perimeter junctions (flanking transmission bypasses the main acoustic treatment)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsufficient mass (a single layer of plasterboard is rarely sufficient for Part E compliance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat acoustic insulation do I need to meet Building Regulations Part E?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo meet Part E for separating floors in new builds (DnT,w ≥ 45dB \/ L'nT,w ≤ 62dB), you typically need a full system: resilient acoustic layer + floating platform + independent ceiling with mineral wool. No single product achieves Part E in isolation — you need a tested assembly. Contact us for a free system specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between ΔLw and Rw?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eΔLw (Delta Lw) measures a product's improvement to impact sound insulation — higher is better. Rw measures a product or assembly's airborne sound reduction — again, higher is better. DnT,w and L'nT,w are the in-situ field test equivalents of Rw and Ln,w respectively and are what Building Regulations compliance is assessed against.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much can acoustic insulation reduce noise?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-specified acoustic floor system can reduce impact noise by 20–30dB and airborne noise by 45–55dB (as an assembly). In practical terms, 10dB reduction is perceived as roughly halving the loudness; 20dB makes sounds appear four times quieter. A full floating floor system with independent ceiling can reduce footstep noise from clearly audible to barely perceptible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan acoustic insulation be installed under underfloor heating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but you must select products with a sufficiently low thermal resistance (tog) value to avoid impeding heat transfer. Many rubber and cork acoustic underlays are UFH-compatible — check the product specification for tog rating. We can advise on compatible products for your specific UFH system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs mineral wool acoustic insulation the same as thermal insulation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot exactly. Acoustic mineral wool is typically manufactured at higher densities (45–100kg\/m³) than standard thermal mineral wool (10–23kg\/m³). The higher density improves sound absorption performance at lower frequencies. Standard thermal mineral wool provides some acoustic benefit but is not optimised for acoustic applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow thick does acoustic insulation need to be?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThickness requirements vary by application. For wall cavities, 50–100mm of acoustic mineral wool is typical. For floor underlays, 5–15mm of rubber or cork provides meaningful impact noise improvement. Thicker is generally better, but the limiting factor is usually available floor build-up height or wall cavity depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes acoustic insulation also provide thermal insulation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany acoustic insulation materials — particularly mineral wool and cork — provide useful thermal insulation as a secondary benefit. However, acoustic and thermal performance should be specified separately; a product optimised for acoustics may not provide the thermal resistance required for Building Regulations Part L compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I fit acoustic insulation myself?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic acoustic underlay installation under hard flooring is a straightforward DIY task. Full floating floor systems and independent wall linings require more careful attention to detail — particularly avoiding sound bridges and sealing all junctions. 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specifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e over £50 on all UK mainland orders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed a specification?\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/timber-floating-floors\"\u003efloating floor systems\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/acoustic-rubber-insulation\"\u003eacoustic rubber insulation\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/airborne-and-impact-noise\"\u003eairborne and impact noise solutions\u003c\/a\u003e — or contact our technical team for a free system recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"acoustic-mineral-wool-rw3-75mm-60kg-m","title":"Acoustic Mineral Wool 50mm 60kg Part E StudioCore Slabs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSilentCloud® StudioCore 50 – 50mm Acoustic Mineral Wool Slabs (60 kg\/m³)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Acoustic Infill for Walls, Floors \u0026amp; 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