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Sound Blocking is commonly called sound proofing and
is used to block sound from transmitting into adjacent
areas or workstations. In general, if the source of
unwanted sound is generated in another room, space,
or from the outside and is transferring through a wall,
ceiling, or floor into your space, then you need sound
blocking products. Whereas the best sound
absorption relies on lightweight, porous materials,
the best sound blocking materials are dense and heavy.
With no air spaces for sound waves to slip into and
through, these products essentially cut off the direct
path into adjacent areas.
Sound
Blocking materials are rated by Sound Transmission
Class, (STC) an industry standard rating. STC is a single-number
rating of the acoustical blocking capability of a single
panel or system. It rates the amount of sound that is
transmitted through a wall, panel, ceiling, etc. A higher
STC means that the product will block more sound and
provide better privacy.
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