Is QuietRock worth the money?

Although its cost makes it prohibitive for tight budgets, using QuietRock is the most recommended option for those who need more sound dampening. This includes recording studios, houses with noisy neighbors, rooms that require a quieter environment, and more.

How much does QuietRock 530 cost?

The QuietRock 530 (5/8″) can be found for a little over $100 per sheet.

How thick is QuietRock?

Often, QuietRock outperforms multiple layers of gypsum drywall and can exceed STC requirements for most wall applications and is more reliable than resilient channel. QuietRock products range from 1/2″, 5/8″, and 1-3/8” thicknesses, providing options for specific design and soundproofing goals.

Can you use QuietRock on ceilings?

The QuietRock line of engineered products is a sound isolation panel designed to replace standard drywall in any wall or ceiling construction, including wood and metal studs. You may use QuietRock panels just like any other gypsum wall product.

How much does QuietRock cost?

Currently, the cost of QuietRock 510 at Lowes is about $54 per sheet of 1/2-inch-thick, 4 x 8-foot panel. This compares to a sheet of conventional 1/2-inch-thick drywall selling for about $7.50 per panel. This means that you can purchase roughly 7 sheets of standard drywall for the cost of one QuietRock panel.

What’s the cheapest way to soundproof a wall?

The cheap way to soundproof a wall

1. 1: Add dense mass to the walls, doors and floors.
2. 2: Put strips on the doors.
3. 3: Fill the cracks with caulk or soundproofing sealant.
4. 4: Fixing all the sound leaks.
5. 5: Focus on the small areas of the wall.
6. 6: Changing the doors.
7. 7: Insulating the wall cavity using soundproof materials.

Can you soundproof rooms?

Cover walls with thick blankets, moving pads, tapestries, or quilts. Virtually any soft material will work, though thicker ones absorb more sound than thinner materials. If you don’t mind adding an industrial look to the room, fasten sound-absorbing panels to the walls and, if necessary, the ceiling.

Is higher STC better?

The higher the STC rating, the more effective that material is at reducing sound transmission of the most common frequencies. Frequency is the number of waveforms per second and is measured in Hertz (Hz). In general, low frequencies (like a drum sound) are harder to block than high frequency (like a whistle).

How do I stop noise coming through walls?

When soundproofing a room start with the walls.

1. Choose a Noise Reducing Drywall. Traditionally to reduce noise transfer between rooms you’d use a resilient channel.
2. Insulate Interior Walls.
3. Float the Floors.
4. Soften the Surfaces.
5. Seal it Up.
6. White Noise.

What kind of gypsum panel is QuietRock 530?

QuietRock 530. QuietRock 530 is a versatile, high performance sound damping gypsum panel that delivers superb noise reduction and impact resistance.

What do you need to know about QuietRock 545?

Multi-layer gypsum panel engineered to provide maximum sound attenuation across a broad frequency range. QuietRock 545 can be used in virtually any application and ideal for projects requiring high STC performance at low frequencies. QuietRock 545 is recommended for commercial theaters, studios, and sound rooms.

What kind of STC does QuietRock 500 have?

QuietRock 500 is a multi-layer engineered drywall panel made of gypsum and viscoelastic sound absorbing polymers 1/2-In QuietRock can deliver an STC rating of 42+ on a 16 inch on center wood stud assembly (higher STC possible on more flexible assemblies)

How big is a QuietRock 500 drywall panel?

QuietRock 500 is an entry-level 1/2 In. thick panel that considerably improves STC performance at an entry level price. I bought this for my room and i swear on my family that this drywalls dont block sound at all.. not even a tiny bit.. its very angry at myself for spending all that money on a worthless product that doesnt block sound.