Create Quiet Spaces: Soundproof Walls and Ceilings

SONOpan Soundproofing Panels are the most trusted solution for soundproofing walls and ceilings to reduce unwanted noise. Invest in soundproofing panels and enjoy the benefits of a quiet and peaceful environment.

HOW SONOPAN HELPS

STC is a reduction in DB

Sound Transmission Class (STC) measures the reduction in sound decibels (dB) transmitted through walls and ceilings. The standardized STC rating accounts for airborne sound measured between 125 Hz and 4000 Hz.

Sound Transmission Class (STC) measures how well a material or barrier (wall, ceiling, etc.) reduces airborne sound transmission. For instance, if you have a home theatre in your basement, a higher STC rating in that room’s soundproofing will ensure you’re not hearing the epic surround sound from the latest action flick in your upstairs office space.

 

SONOpan has a standalone STC rating of 27

Sustainability

SONOpan panels are made from 100% recycled wood, making them among the greener wall, ceiling, and floor soundproofing choices.

Easy Installation

SONOpan is installed between the joists and drywall of a ceiling or between the studs and drywall for a wall.

Chemical Free Application

No harsh glues or toxic materials are required for proper installation.

Compatibility

SONOpan can be installed to dampen and sometimes wholly block the sounds in new construction and retrofit projects.

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Elements of Soundproofing

  1. SONOpan – Absorption of mid to high-frequency sounds
  2. Drywall – Adds mass to resist vibration and increases absorption
  3. Insulation – Resonance reduction for effective sound-dampening
  4. Resilient Channel – Decoupling improves sound reduction
  5. SONOpanX – Absorption of vibrational and airborne noise through floors

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Applications

How to Soundproof a Basement

When soundproofing a basement, the use of the space must be considered to determine the best soundproofing solution. Home theatres, basement apartments, and play areas for children have high noise potential and require optimal noise dampening. SONOpan offers wall and ceiling products and soundproof flooring that will turn your basement noises into a distant memory.

Explore Basement Soundproofing

Learn more about SONOpan’s basement soundproofing products.

Watch an Expert Install SONOpan

Watch SONOpan basement soundproofing being installed.

How to Soundproof a Bedroom

Slumber more soundly when you use SONOpan soundproofing panels for bedrooms. SONOpan is perfect for soundproofing bedroom walls and ceilings for bedrooms next to each other. Now, average nighttime and early morning noises from one room don’t permeate the neighbouring ones, allowing everyone to sleep and wake up comfortably and on their schedule.

Expert advice for soundproofing bedrooms

When soundproofing a bedroom beside a washroom, installing SONOpan on the bedroom side will help block plumbing noise. We recommend using sound-rated solid core doors with weatherstrip for the best soundproofing results.

Learn how to soundproof your bedroom with SONOpan

Watch SONOpan bedroom soundproofing being installed.

Soundproofing Shared Walls & Ceilings

Say goodbye to noisy neighbours and hello to peaceful living with SONOpan soundproofing panels. Our panels are ideal for blocking noise from walls and soundproofing bedroom and bathroom walls and ceilings.

Soundproofing is necessary if you live in a duplex, townhouse, condo, or semi-detached home or use part of your home as a retail property or Airbnb.

Expert advice for soundproofing shared spaces

Whether your space is a retrofit or a new build, installing SONOpan during construction will significantly impact soundproofing. If using SONOpanX soundproofing floor panels isn’t an option, resilient channel or isolation clips are a viable alternative.

Learn how to soundproof shared walls and ceilings

Watch SONOpan bedroom soundproofing being installed.

Case study: soundproofing shared walls and ceilings

Soundproofing Rental Units

Rental units within your home can be profitable if you provide tenants with a comfortable and private space. One contributing factor to a landlord’s return on investment is the space’s privacy. If all you do is meet the minimum code for soundproofing rental units (STC 50), you could be overlooking some things that make renters look elsewhere, like noises from kids, pets, footsteps and entertainment systems. That’s why SONOpan is a landlord’s best friend.

Learn how to soundproof a rental unit with SONOpan

Watch the SONOpan wall and ceiling soundproofing that is being installed.

Read our SONOpanX floor soundproofing installation guide.

Case study: soundproofing shared walls and ceilings

See the superior soundproofing in this 4-plex conversion.

Soundproofing Bathrooms

Bathrooms are the source of many home noises, including vent fans, flushing toilets, and knocking pipes. Thankfully, with SONOpan, homeowners can turn one of the noisiest rooms in the house into a fortress of solitude. Love the acoustics in your shower? Installing SONOpan in the bathroom makes it possible to belt out a melody without waking up the rest of the family.

Expert advice for soundproofing bathrooms

To reduce all noise from a washroom, including plumbing, install SONOpan on an exterior wall and use solid-core doors for additional vibration reduction.

Learn how to soundproof a bathroom with SONOpan

Watch SONOpan bathroom soundproofing being installed.

Soundproofing Laundry Rooms

Home renovation experts agree that your laundry room should be soundproofed. Put that tumble dryer on mute with SONOpan and enjoy the freedom of getting the washing done without disturbing the peace. We recommend SONOpan for your laundry room walls, and ceilings and SONOpanX soundproofing floor panels beneath your washer and dryer for best results.

Expert advice for soundproofing laundry rooms

Washers and dryers also create impact noise through vibration. To help dampen those sounds, we recommend using rubber pads or other vibration-absorbing material underneath the machines.

Learn how to soundproof a laundry room with SONOpan

Watch SONOpan laundry room soundproofing being installed.

Soundproofing Offices and Meeting Rooms

With SONOpan soundproofing, you can keep unwanted noise from in-person and online meetings and preserve the peace in your work or study space. 

When you have more control over the noise levels of your work or study space, you can enjoy extended periods of focus and concentration. Brilliant breakthroughs are even more possible when people work in a space that optimizes their performance.

Expert advice for soundproofing workspaces

Hanging acoustic panels over a wall can further dampen noises from an enthusiastic boardroom full of people or a sound engineering studio.

Learn how to soundproof an office space with SONOpan

Watch SONOpan office space soundproofing being installed.

Soundproofing Exterior Walls

The sounds you hear indoors are often layered on top of the sounds in the environment outdoors. Traffic, constructions, sirens, and noisy air conditioners are just some of the culprits of that din. Though you may have gotten used to tuning them out, it’s possible to eliminate them almost entirely with the proper soundproofing. SONOpan is a trusted name for reducing interior and exterior noise pollution.

Expert advice for soundproofing workspaces

Ensure doors and windows are sound-rated and installed correctly for best results. If you intend to soundproof the house’s exterior, SONOpan offers Eco 4 sheathing R4 panels.

Learn how to quiet noise pollution SONOpan

Watch how SONOpan for exterior noise works to reduce traffic and train sounds.

Improving a Room’s Acoustics

Soundproofing is the process of controlling noise that enters or exits a room, while acoustics is the process of improving sound quality by preventing echo and reverberation. SONOpan is often used for acoustics due to its affordability and performance. The best way to do this is to create a frame with SONOpan inside and cover the whole panel in fabric. This method does not, however, work as soundproofing, which requires using SONOpan as a continuous solid barrier within the walls.

Expert advice for improving interior acoustics

Watch acoustics expert Zac Builds’ walk-through for creating acoustic panels.

Learn more about acoustics

Use our helpful Soundproofing Glossary to learn the terms to discuss acoustics and soundproofing.

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Bryan Baeumler

Installing SONOpan is as easy as saying “SHHH!”

“Soundproofing is often overlooked in renovations, but working on Caerula Mar over the past two years has definitely ‘opened my ears’ to the benefits of quality soundproofing. And with SONOpan, it doesn’t have to be complicated or costly. It’s easy to install, lightweight, and affordable.”

CASE STUDIES

See Where SONOpan Applications Helped

SonopanX – floors

Airbnb Properties

Poor ratings due to noise can impact the profitability of Airbnb properties, but SONOpanX soundproofing floor panels make those sounds virtually undetectable.

Sonopan – walls

Shared Walls in Townhouses

Making homes and buildings quieter often involves additional support because noises from music, kids and pets can easily travel between units.

Sonopan – Ceilings

Dual-Function Basements

Creating a peaceful living environment is a common goal when building a home with spaces for play, quiet work, and study time.