Mass Loaded Vinyl to Make Your Place Free from Unwanted Sounds

Posted by alicebeth on October 12th, 2017

Do you worry about noise pollution? As we are already suffering from different sources of pollution that are difficult to avoid, noise pollution can be controlled to an extent. Studies have shown that noise pollution is increasing rapidly in the world through unwanted sounds originating from various things. When we are out of our homes, it is understandable that unwanted noises can’t be avoided, but they can be definitely controlled while we are inside our homes. Mass loaded vinyl (MLV) is a good source of freezing unwanted noises coming inside a building. It is a high grade vinyl loaded with barium salts and silica in order to create it in the shape of a mass. Most of the newly constructed buildings and especially, the music recording studios use mass loaded vinyl to make them soundproof.

Earlier, lead sheeting was used in the buildings to make them soundproof, but lead is a hazardous material that can lead to health issues. So, it is much better to use mass loaded vinyl that is as effective as lead sheets, but without any precarious effects. It works through the process of sound absorption where the loaded mass captures the incoming sounds and reduces their effects. It can reduce up to 30 decibels of noise level in a shared wall and ceiling assembly that will eventually block airborne noises coming out of loud TVs, music systems as well as loud talking by human beings. Now, majority of the hospitals, theaters, music studios, corporate buildings and other important facilities are using mass loaded vinyl due to its remarkable features. The best thing about mass loaded vinyl is that it can be implemented during an ongoing construction project and also meets the building code requirements for flammability ratings.

Mass loaded vinyl should be directly attached to the studs or joists in the wall through industrial stapler or heavy duty roof nails in order to get maximum soundproofing effects. However, if it is not possible to do this, mass loaded vinyl can be attached to the drywall or to the back of the wall panels. In both the cases, you will get enough protection from the unwanted sounds disturbing you while in the home.

So, if you are facing a problem from noise pollution even if you are in your home, you should get in touch with a company providing soundproofing solutions. Most of them are available through their websites that you can easily search over the internet.