High-Performance Sound Damping Layer for Noise & Vibration Control

The Sound Damping Layer is a high-density, viscoelastic acoustic membrane designed to minimise airborne noise, reduce structure-borne vibration, and enhance the overall soundproofing performance of walls, ceilings, floors, and metal deck roofs. Manufactured using advanced polymer-based materials, this damping layer provides exceptional sound insulation without significantly increasing the thickness of the building assembly.

Its unique viscoelastic characteristics allow the membrane to convert sound vibrations into negligible thermal energy, thereby lowering resonance and preventing noise transfer between rooms and floors. The upper surface is reinforced with a durable non-woven fabric for added mechanical strength and easy handling during installation, while the lower face incorporates a protective PE film for stability, moisture resistance, and long-term durability.

The Sound Damping Layer performs consistently across temperature variations and remains flexible even in low-temperature environments—ensuring that the material does not crack, break, or lose its damping properties over time. This makes it suitable for both residential and heavy-duty commercial applications such as apartments, studios, machine rooms, metal roof structures, home theatres, and industrial enclosures.

Ideal for improving acoustic performance in lightweight drywall systems, the layer enhances sound transmission loss in gypsum partitions, timber walls, and metal ceiling assemblies. It also effectively reduces drumming noise on metal decks caused by rainfall or mechanical vibrations. When combined with high-quality acoustic absorbents, the Sound Damping Layer helps create hybrid acoustic systems capable of achieving superior soundproofing levels in demanding environments.

Installation is simple: the substrate must be smooth, clean, and dry to ensure proper adhesion. For metal deck applications, the membrane should be rolled out perpendicular to the deck profile with an overlap of at least 50 mm. It can also serve as a vapour control layer, offering an additional protective advantage in roofing systems and high-moisture areas.

Sound Damping Layer FAQ

Q 1: What is a Sound Damping Layer?

A Sound Damping Layer is a high-density acoustic membrane engineered to reduce airborne noise, vibration transfer, and resonance in walls, ceilings, floors, and metal structures

Q 2: Where can a Sound Damping Layer be installed?

It is suitable for gypsum partitions, metal ceilings, timber walls, metal deck roofs, machine rooms, studios, home theatres, and industrial enclosures.

Q 3: Does a Sound Damping Layer help reduce vibration?

Yes. Its viscoelastic nature absorbs and dissipates vibrations, preventing structure-borne noise from travelling through building elements.

Q 4: Is it compatible with lightweight partitions?

Absolutely. It significantly improves the sound insulation of gypsum board and timber partitions without adding excessive thickness or weight.

Q 5: Can it act as a vapour barrier?

Yes. The membrane also offers vapour control properties, making it suitable for roofing and high-humidity environments.