Compare options for neighbour noise, voices, television and music, and find the right approach for your wall.
The right solution depends on the noise you're dealing with, how your existing wall is built and how much room space you can afford to lose.
Reduce voices, television, music and other airborne noise passing through a shared wall.
Improve privacy and reduce sound transfer between bedrooms, offices and other internal spaces.
Upgrade an existing wall where retaining as much room space as possible is a priority.
Explore deeper wall constructions that combine mass, insulation and greater structural separation.
For most walls, the best results come from improving more than one part of the construction. Acoustic insulation within the cavity, added mass and separation from the existing structure can all play a part. The right combination depends on your existing wall, the noise you're trying to reduce and the space available.
Acoustic insulation within the wall cavity helps reduce sound travelling through the void and limits resonance within the construction.
Resilient bars, isolation clips and independent wall linings separate the new lining from the existing structure, helping to reduce vibration passing directly through the wall.
Dense acoustic boards and membranes add mass to the wall build-up, helping to reduce airborne noise such as voices, television and music.
Compare complete wall soundproofing systems by construction, available depth and the type of upgrade you need.
The noise you hear can help narrow down the right solution. Voices, television and music usually need a different approach to noise that's also travelling through adjoining floors, ceilings or structural connections.
For voices, television, music and general neighbour noise, the aim is to improve the wall build-up using the right combination of insulation, mass and isolation.
If you've treated the wall but can still hear noise, adjoining floors, ceilings, side walls or structural connections may also be contributing to the problem.
Flanking noise can significantly affect the result of a wall upgrade. If you're unsure where the sound is travelling, speak to our team before choosing a system.
Your available space, existing wall construction and project requirements will quickly narrow down which systems are worth considering.
Not sure what your wall is made from?
Ask for technical advice before ordering a complete system.
If you're still unsure, our team can help you understand the available options before you order.
Choose a complete wall soundproofing system or shop the individual materials needed to build or upgrade your own wall construction.
Choose a complete wall system when you want a defined build-up with the required acoustic components brought together in one specification.
Shop acoustic insulation, boards, membranes, resilient components and other materials for wall soundproofing projects.
Tell us about your wall and the noise you're dealing with and our team can help you identify the most suitable approach.
Answers to common questions about reducing noise through party walls, internal walls and existing wall constructions.
The right build-up depends on your existing wall, the noise you're hearing and how much room space you can lose. Most effective upgrades combine acoustic insulation, added mass and some form of isolation rather than relying on a single product.
There isn't one wall system that's right for every party wall. The existing construction, type of noise and available depth all matter. If space is limited, start with our lower-profile systems; where more depth is available, an independent wall lining may be more suitable.
Yes. Most existing solid and stud walls can be upgraded. The system you choose will depend on the existing construction, the noise problem and how much additional wall depth you can accommodate.
It depends on the system. Genie Wall 80 is our lower-profile option at approximately 80mm, while independent wall systems require more depth. Compare the system build-ups above to see which options suit your available space.
A suitable wall soundproofing system can significantly reduce voices, television and music passing through a wall, but the final result depends on the existing construction and whether sound is also travelling through adjoining floors, ceilings or side walls.
They do different jobs, so it's rarely a case of choosing one or the other. Acoustic insulation is generally used within cavities, while dense boards and membranes add mass. Complete systems often combine both with isolation components.
Some wall soundproofing systems can be installed by a competent DIYer, but installation quality matters. For more complex walls, Building Regulations projects or unusual constructions, we'd recommend getting advice before you start.
The treated wall may not be the only sound path. Noise can bypass it through adjoining floors, ceilings, side walls and structural connections. If the remaining noise is significant, the surrounding construction may need to be assessed as well.
More detailed guidance on wall construction, acoustic materials, installation and common soundproofing problems.
