Acoustic insulation panels for directly fixed ceilings

Directly fixed ceiling system

Isolgomma’s directly fixed ceiling systems are designed to improve acoustic insulation between rooms on different floors while keeping the additional thickness down to a minimum.

Anti-vibration connectors and acoustic insulation panels decouple the ceiling lining from the floor structure, helping reduce the transmission of airborne noise and impact noise.

This solution is particularly suitable for refurbishment projects and can be combined with under-screed or underfloor systems to further improve overall acoustic performance.

Directly fixed ceiling system

Excellent environmental performance

Directly fixed ceiling system

Up to 90% recycled material

Directly fixed ceiling system

Certified quality

Predalles slab

The Predalles slab is widely used in residential and multi-storey buildings thanks to its rapid installation and good load-bearing capacity.
However, its rigid structure can facilitate the transmission of impact sound. A directly fixed ceiling system incorporating resilient fixings and sound-insulating panels helps reduce the transmission of vibrations and improve sound insulation, including in existing buildings.

Existing structure
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
Predalles 82 53
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 59 64
MUSTWALL 18B 65 62
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling + under-screed system
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 45 66
MUSTWALL 18B 47 64

Concrete slab

Reinforced concrete floor slabs are widely used for their structural performance. Their high mass can provide good airborne sound insulation.
A properly designed, directly fixed ceiling system with resilient fixings and pre-assembled sound-insulating panels can further improve sound insulation against airborne and impact noise, while adding only a limited thickness.

Existing structure
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
Concrete slab 82 53
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 57 63
MUSTWALL 18B 61 61
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling + under-screed system
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 47 64
MUSTWALL 18B 49 62

Timber joist floor

Sound insulation beneath the beams

Timber joist floors generally offer limited sound insulation, particularly at low frequencies. In combination with effective acoustic treatment from above, a ceiling system installed beneath the beams can improve overall performance. REDFIX acoustic hangers and Isolgomma pre-assembled sound-insulating panels help reduce impact sound transmission and improve airborne sound insulation.

Existing structure
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
Beam-and-board floor structure 93 27
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 56 59
MUSTWALL 18B 58 57
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling + under-screed system
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 42 68
MUSTWALL 18B 44 67

Timber joist floor

Sound insulation between the beams

For existing timber joist floors, installing a full ceiling lining beneath the beams is not always possible. In these cases, sound insulation can be improved by treating the spaces between the joists. Installing Isolgomma pre-assembled sound-insulating panels and filling the cavities with sound-absorbing polyester fibre panels helps improve overall acoustic performance while retaining the appearance of exposed beams.

Existing structure
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
Beam-and-board floor structure 93 27
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 79 42
MUSTWALL 18B 81 40
Existing structure + directly fixed ceiling + under-screed system
Product Lnw(dB) Rw(dB)
MUSTWALL 33B 54 62
MUSTWALL 18B 56 59

Easy installation

Correct installation is essential for achieving the intended acoustic performance. Watch our installation video for clear, practical guidance on fitting our products correctly and safely.

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