What is Acoustic Plasterboard?

What is Acoustic Plasterboard?

Acoustic plasterboard, also known as soundproof plasterboard or sound deadening plasterboard or soundstop drywall, is designed to improve sound insulation in buildings. It consists of a dense core with added sound-dampening materials, such as gypsum and other sound-absorbing compounds. This construction helps to reduce the transmission of airborne sound, such as voices or music, and impact noise, like footsteps, through walls and ceilings.

Applications of Acoustic Plasterboard

1. Residential Buildings

   • In homes, acoustic plasterboard is ideal for bedrooms, home theaters, and music rooms, where controlling sound levels is essential for comfort and enjoyment.

2. Commercial Spaces

   • Offices, conference rooms, and meeting areas benefit from acoustic plasterboard's soundproofing properties, ensuring that conversations and presentations are kept private.

3. Public Buildings

   • Schools, hospitals, and libraries use acoustic plasterboard to create quiet spaces conducive to learning, healing, and concentration.

4. Entertainment Venues

   • Theaters, studios, and concert halls require high levels of sound control to enhance acoustics and prevent sound leakage between spaces.

Choosing the Right Acoustic Plasterboard

1. Sound Rating (Rw Rating)

   • Look for acoustic plasterboard with a high Rw (Weighted Sound Reduction Index) rating. This rating indicates the board's ability to reduce sound transmission; the higher the rating, the better the performance.

2. Thickness and Density

   • Thicker and denser boards generally provide better sound insulation. However, consider the weight and compatibility with your building's structure and design.

3. Moisture and Fire Resistance

   • For areas exposed to moisture or where fire resistance is required, choose acoustic plasterboard that offers additional moisture or fire-resistant properties.

4. Installation

   • Proper installation is crucial for maximizing the acoustic benefits of plasterboard. Ensure that joints are sealed and consider using acoustic sealant for additional soundproofing.

Why Choose Hume Building Products for Acoustic Plasterboard?

Hume Building Products is the largest privately owned Australian distributor of plasterboard and complementary products. We are an authorised distributor of USG Boral and supply GTEK and other leading brands.

Sound proof plasterboard both of 10mm and 13mm plasterboard are specifically developed to control room noise levels, improving living comfort in both residential and commercial environments.

Multi-function plasterboard includes a range that can provide resistance to factors such as fire, impact, sound and water: from Multistop™ 3 (impact, fire & acoustic), and Multistop™ 4 (impact, fire, acoustic & water) to Multistop™ 5 (impact, fire, acoustic, water & mould). Multi-function plasterboard is suitable for hospitals, schools and similar environments