Quiet Batt® Soundproofing Insulation for Walls

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Soundproof Cow offers Quiet Batt^® Soundproofing Insulation featuring non-irritating, 80% recycled cotton fibers. This is a product with three useful capabilities — sound absorption, soundproofing and heat insulation.

Noise insulation reduces echoes and reverberations by absorbing sound energy. When sound waves come into contact with the acoustic insulation, the fibers trap the sound, causing it to expend its energy. The insulation converts sound energy into heat, which disperses throughout the fibers.

At the same time, noise canceling adds mass to your walls and increases their density. Adding mass and increasing density makes it more difficult for sound to pass through a surface. Installing acoustic insulation will add density to your walls so that less sound enters and escapes. Use our insulation to prevent sound from bleeding into or out of any room.

Our noise-dampening insulation improves the room’s energy efficiency by helping to maintain temperatures through the insulation’s value. It blocks heat during the summer and keeps heat in during the winter, lowering energy bills while improving acoustics inside your building.

Using Sound Insulation for Walls

Use our soundproof insulation for walls in any part of your residential or commercial space. Acoustic insulation works inside any ceiling, exterior wall or interior wall. Be sure to use a vapor barrier when insulating exterior walls.

Quiet Batt^® Soundproofing Insulation is made of dense, recycled cotton fibers that provide superior sound absorption and soundproofing. It is an excellent choice for adding sound insulation to walls and reducing noise transmission between rooms.

Insulation Supports for Quiet Batt® Insulation

Soundproof Cow Quiet Batt® Insulation Supports are the perfect complement to your Quiet Batt® Soundproofing Insulation. Available in 16-inch and 24-inch sizes, Quiet Batt® Insulation Supports provide a fast and easy way to secure your Quiet Batt® Soundproofing Insulation sheets between stud wall assemblies and floor joists.

These steel supports install securely and easily with a friction fit with no tools required. If you’re struggling with securing your Quiet Batt® Soundproofing Insulation, or you don’t have a plan yet for your soundproofing installation, these quality, durable supports are your answer. They are affordably priced in cases of 100. Order supports for your Quiet Batt® Soundproofing Insulation today!

Using Soundproof Insulation for Ceilings

Ceilings are common pathways for unwanted noises, especially in multi-story buildings. Acoustic sound insulation can be installed between ceiling joints to address two main types of noise:

Airborne noise: You can use ceiling insulation for noise, like voices or television, which travel through the air. Installing soundproofing insulation between joints helps absorb and dampen these noises, improving the acoustic comfort of the room below.
Impact noise: Footsteps, moving furniture or dropped objects create impact noise. While insulation for sound reduction can help minimize the intensity of impact noise, the best results are achieved when combined with other treatments like underlayment upstairs or a fully decoupled ceiling assembly.

Installation Best Practices

Proper installation is essential to maximize the effectiveness of soundproofing insulation for walls and ceilings. Follow these best practices to ensure optimal noise reduction and energy efficiency:

Gather tools: You will need a tape measure, straight edge, marker, utility or bread knife. A vapor barrier may also be necessary for installing sound absorbing insulation on exterior walls.
Measure and plan: Accurately measure the wall or ceiling cavities where you will install the insulation using a tape measure, straight edge and marker.
Cut to size: Use a sharp utility knife to cut the acoustic sound insulation to fit the height of each wall cavity. The insulation should fit snugly without being compressed.
Friction fit: Place the insulation between wall studs, ensuring it fills the entire cavity. Quiet Batt^® Soundproofing Insulation is designed for a tight friction fit, so no adhesives or fasteners are typically needed.
Use insulation supports: Use Quiet Batt^® Insulation Supports to hold the insulation securely. They allow you to easily push the noise insulation for walls and ceilings into place.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Soundproof Insulation

What Is the Best Soundproofing Insulation?

Cotton sound insulation is the most effective for soundproofing. Soundproofing insulation should absorb and dissipate sound energy, making cotton’s softness ideal for limiting unwanted noise.

As a fibrous, porous material, cotton can absorb a significant amount of sound energy. When a sound wave reaches the cotton insulation, it bounces between the various fibers and pores, causing friction. As a result, the sound wave loses energy, much of which converts into heat. The heat dissipates inside the insulation, leaving little sound energy to reflect.

Our noise insulation features recycled cotton fibers for premier sound absorption. This material holds a noise reduction coefficient (NRC) rating of .95, meaning it absorbs 95% of the sound energy that reaches it. With added benefits like a Class A^™ flammability rating, simple installation and skin-safe handling, our insulation is the best choice for your home.

How Thick Should Soundproof Insulation Be?

Thickness is an important quality for sound-deadening insulation. Thick material provides more space for sound energy, resulting in greater absorption.

Balancing thickness with density is essential for optimal performance. If the density is too high, the insulation will not welcome enough of the sound wave’s energy. Instead, it will reflect frequencies toward the source. However, density is essential for blocking sound and preventing transmission. The right balance of thickness and density allows soundproofing insulation to reduce echoing effectively.

How Effective Is Sound-Dampening Insulation at Reducing Noise?

Soundproofing insulation specializes in echo reduction to deaden sound.

When sound reaches an insulated wall, the energy that passes through the surface to the insulation converts into heat. The heat then dissipates across the insulation.

Our soundproofing insulation has a .95 NRC rating, meaning it stops 95% of the sound energy it interacts with from echoing. It also reduces sound transmission so that less noise travels between rooms.

What R Value Insulation is Best for Soundproofing?

R-value is a measure of an insulation material’s ability to resist heat transfer. The higher the R-value, the greater its ability to withstand heat. For areas where you are more likely to lose heat, you will want to consider a higher R-value insulation.

Will Ceiling Insulation Stop Noise From Upstairs?

Yes, ceiling insulation can reduce noise from upstairs by absorbing and dampening sound waves. It creates a barrier between floors that minimizes sound transfer.

What's the Best Insulation for Soundproofing Walls?

Dense-fiber insulation, like our Quiet Batt^® Soundproofing Insulation, is generally the best insulation for soundproofing walls. Its porous structure absorbs sound vibrations and effectively reduces sound transmission between rooms.

Does Acoustic Insulation Reduce Noise Through Walls?

Yes, acoustic insulation does reduce noise passing through walls by absorbing and dissipating sound waves, making walls more effective at blocking noise from one space to another. It’s important to remember that only using sound insulation for a room isn’t a complete soundproofing solution — it is a crucial component that adds mass to walls.

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