What is the best solution for a quiet wooden floor?
How can noise disturbance be reduced with wooden floors in apartments?
Noise disturbance from wooden floors can be a major problem, especially in apartments where multiple residents live under one roof. Noise disturbance can be caused by footfall, moving furniture, or other activities that create vibrations. These sounds can easily travel through wooden floors, making them clearly audible in adjacent rooms. The problem is often exacerbated by hard, non-soundproofing materials such as cement screeds, marble, or tiles on which the wooden floor is installed. The challenge is to find a solution that effectively reduces sound transmission without compromising the aesthetics or functionality of the floor. A sound-insulating underlay can help, but it is often not enough to completely solve the problem. There are also special acoustic adhesives on the market that are designed to reduce sound propagation through wooden floors.
Blue Dolphin BD111 Sound Reducing Polymer Glue provides a sound reduction of -11 dB for multilayer boards.
One of the most effective solutions for reducing noise disturbance with wooden floors is to use Blue Dolphin BD111 Sound Reducing Polymer Glue. This adhesive is specifically developed for bonding both finished and unfinished wooden floors to various substrates such as cement screeds, marble, gravel, and tiles. The BD111 is an elastic silane-based adhesive using MS technology that contributes to a sound reduction of up to -11 dB, which is significant for apartments where noise disturbance can be a problem. The adhesive has a maximum open time of one hour and a curing time of 36-48 hours, depending on environmental conditions. The application is straightforward: the subfloor must be dry, clean, and level, and the adhesive should be applied evenly to ensure good adhesion. For optimal results, especially with underfloor heating, a primer can be used for better adhesion. This adhesive not only provides a strong bond but also contributes to a quieter living environment, which can significantly improve the quality of life.
