| 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. |
