Difficulty Level - Easy This assembly is perfect for ceilings in condominiums and apartments. Use this assembly to reduce airborne and structural borne noise transfered between two rooms separated by a ceiling / floor assembly. This type of construction is a good solution for a variety of spaces from bedrooms to mechanical / machinery rooms.
1. Install the Quiet Batt® between the joists.
2. Install the isoTRAX™ Soundproofing System onto the ceiling joists.
3. Install ½ inch Type X gypsum board on to the isoTRAX™ system with 1 ¼ inch fine thread drywall screws. Screws should be placed 8 inches apart. Leave a ¼ inch gap between the new layer of gypsum board and all adjoining walls.
4. Fill the ¼ inch gap with OSI® Pro-Series® SC-175™ Acoustical Sound Sealant.
5. Finish the gypsum board using common industry standards.
Note: For increased performance add another layer of 5/8 inch Type X Gypsum board.
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