How Do You Install Sound Insulation Using Drywall?
One of the best ways to prevent sound from entering or exiting a room is to install multiple layers of gypsum drywall. The thicker the walls and ceilings, the better. But keep in mind that drywall is very heavy. Before hanging multiple layers of drywall, verify that your home’s wall and ceiling studs can bear the load. You may have to add supports to your walls and ceilings. If you are unsure, ask a professional contractor to examine them. Remove thin paneling and thin drywall. Thin materials allow sound to pass through walls and ceilings unimpeded. Install heavy insulation between the studs in the walls and ceilings. Choose fiberglass or rigid board insulation that is at least R-13, or buy special sound-resistant insulation. Ask for sound-resistant insulation recommendations at a high-end home theater store. Hang several layers of drywall. The thicker the walls and ceilings are, the more sound they will keep out. For example, the City of Chicago Residential Sound Insulation Program re
