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Soundproof material for a dedicated room

I'm thinking of converting one of my rooms to dedicated audio room. Since it's a condo and there are neighbours to the side of me on 2 sides, I'm trying to figure out what I could put on the walls to prevent the sound going next door. Can I get away with just gluing something on the walls or would it help if I built a wall on top of the existing one and put something inbetween. Looking for something that won't break the bank, but also something that is effective. Waf is non-issue. What soundproof product or materials would you guys recommend?

Thank you all for your inputs
branislav
swanny76109
382 posts
 
Brano, you are going to run out of money for component upgrades.....LOL
branislav OP
405 posts
 
I know...I'm in trouble. I might have to start bartending at night. lol
microstrip
180 posts
 
Sound proofing is a complex process. Using the proper products is a must, but the correct application of them is critical. You should get professional advice. Sound leaks from any bridge that allows transmission of vibrations - not just from wall surfaces. Sometimes a nail in the wrong place can compromise all the insulation!
douglas_schroeder
3,281 posts
 
The room should be so airtight that you have to take a deep breath, hold it, step into the room to listen, and then exit to breathe again. Anything less is not total commitment to audiophilia. ;)
audioquest4life
727 posts
 
Using Roxul Safe and Sound is a great way to help soundproof your room. The wife and I just did the media room in the basement of our house that is being built. We added the Safe and Sound to the ceiling from the media room and it was virtually pressed into place. A few areas may need to be carefully placed with caution if you have ceiling lights, make sure you have Insulation Contact (IC) lights in order to use the Roxul in the ceiling and close to those recessed lights, otherwise, you must be at leat 3" inches away from those cans in the ceiling. This stuff made a night and day difference in the room, wife tested by walking upstairs and yelling, could barely hear her. This was prior to the drywall install.

You can get Roxul at Lowes in 16" or 24" OC. The batts are 3" thick, but compress easily.

I also did our laundry room on the top floor. If you cannot remove the drywall, use QuiteRock drywall, anything above the 510 series would help you.

Good luck,
Ciao,
Audioquest4life
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