How to Soundproof a Wall from Neighbor Noise?

How does acoustic insulation work?

A thick and heavy wall is the best tool to insulate yourself from the annoying noises of your neighbor. The effectiveness of the insulation is based on principles such as the mass law, which tells us that the heavier a structure, such as a wall, the more capacity it will have to prevent the propagation of noise

Acoustic soundproofing techniques

Below, we are going to present the most effective acoustic soundproofing techniques. It is clear that soundproofing without construction is much less effective and, at the same time, more economical, but if what you really want is to avoid listening to your neighbors, you will have to raise partition walls at home.

How to soundproof a wall from noise without construction?

The tongue-and-groove polystyrene sheets of, at least, 3 cm. that you can find in any large surface, is the best option. They are glued or screwed to the wall or ceiling and their varied designs adapt to the aesthetics of any home. Its easy placement means that anyone with a drill or silicone can install it. They are usually 2 to 5 cm thick, so not much space is lost.

How to soundproof a wall from noise with construction?

One of the cleanest and, at the same time, economical techniques for preventing noise transmission is to erect a double wall with plasterboard. Your home will lose little space. Including insulating materials such as fiberglass or rock wool in the intermediate space will create a super effective barrier to insulate your walls from noise. Rock wool has a slightly higher value than fiberglass, is denser, and is easier to install than fiberglass.

The other option we propose is to use high-density materials to build or reinforce your walls. The facing bricks are made of dense materials and are the best antidote against noisy neighbors.

What is the best acoustic insulation for walls?

If you are wondering what to put on the wall so as not to listen to the neighbor, fiberglass or rock wool are the best materials to escape from the noises in your community. Both are sustainable, offer excellent sound absorption and, in turn, can be effective for more than 40 years, deciding on one or the other depends on the user and their specific needs.

Another material that is used in sound insulation on ceilings and walls is cork, especially when there is not much space between the interior and exterior wall of the facade, it is also a sustainable material.

How much does it cost to soundproof a wall from noise?

Acoustic wall insulation usually costs between €55/m2 and €170/m2. The cost of ceiling soundproofing ranges between €80/m2 and €170/m2.

The total price, as is logical, will depend on the number of m2 that the house has.