Resources
Learn more about SONOpan and how to install SONOpan in your home, or learn the technical requirements for the job.
Where to buyHow Many SONOpan panels Do I Need?
Use our SONOpan Calculator to find out how many panels you need to complete the job.
Each panel is 32 sq/ft. Complete the formula below with the length and width of the wall or ceiling being soundproofed and add 10% or a minimum of 1 sheet for overage.
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SONOpan Installation Guides
Soundproofing installation with SONOpan.
Watch the animated guide to a wall assembly including SONOpan soundproofing materials.
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Installation Overview
Tips
- Install SONOpan directly to any surface. Drywall seams should be offset to improve soundproofing results
- For best results, use a circular saw to cut panels
- Secure panels with drywall screws and washers if necessary
- If applying SONOpan directly to wood, 7/16 crown staples or plastic cap nails may be substituted for drywall screws for a faster install
Pro Tips
Acoustical Sealant
Sound can travel through small openings, so apply an acoustical sealant to the perimeter of each SONOpan panel and to the perimeter of walls and ceilings.
Seal in any gaps with acoustical caulking.
Use Insulation
Always use insulation when possible. Whether fibreglass, wool batt or cellulose, insulation plays a key role in the soundproofing assembly
Protect from Elements
Ensure SONOpan is protected from elements during installation until the project is complete
Box In Electrical
Box in electrical outlets and pot lights with SONOpan & acoustical sealant for optimal sound blocking and soundproofing.
Outlets
NEVER install electrical outlets back to back. Maintain 30” spacing between outlets.
Additional
Resources
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SONOpan install.
Sound Transmission Class
Learn about Sound Transmission Class and the legal minimums (or lack thereof) when it comes to soundproofing in new construction and multi-residential buildings.
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Impact Isolation Class
Learn about Impact Isolation Class and how its measurement impacts sound transmission in new construction buildings.
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SONOpan Assemblies
Download our recommended wall assemblies with corresponding STC ratings.
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