{"product_id":"acoustic-plasterboard","title":"Acoustic Plasterboard","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acoustic plasterboard is used for internal walls, ceilings and partitions where you want to help reduce airborne sound transfer compared with standard plasterboard. It will not soundproof a room on its own; performance depends on the full wall or ceiling build-up, including insulation, board layers, sealing, fixings and workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is this used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2400mm x 1200mm x 12.5mm acoustic plasterboard is designed for internal areas where improved sound reduction is required. It is commonly used in partitions, wall linings and ceilings to help reduce noise transfer between rooms or floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical uses include bedrooms, home offices, media rooms, rental properties, shared walls, internal partitions and ceilings between floors where noise control is part of the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this the right plasterboard for your project?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose acoustic plasterboard where you want better sound-reducing performance than standard plasterboard. It is a good option for internal projects where everyday noise transfer is a concern, such as speech, TV noise, footsteps from above or noise between rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to treat acoustic plasterboard as part of a system, not a complete soundproofing solution by itself. The final result depends on the frame, insulation, number of board layers, joint treatment, sealing around edges and penetrations, and the quality of the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your project needs moisture resistance, fire performance, thermal insulation or a specific building regulation requirement, check whether another specialist plasterboard or full system specification is required before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does tapered edge mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTapered edge plasterboard has slightly recessed long edges. This creates space for jointing tape and jointing compound, making it suitable for tape-and-joint finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis board can still be skimmed if required, but the tapered edge makes it especially suitable where the joints are being taped and filled rather than the whole surface being fully skim plastered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat affects acoustic performance?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcoustic performance depends on the complete wall or ceiling construction. The board helps reduce airborne sound transfer, but gaps, poor sealing or the wrong build-up can reduce performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The studwork, ceiling structure or lining system affects how sound travels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acoustic insulation within the void can improve the overall system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoard layers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some specifications may require more than one layer of board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaps around edges, sockets, pipes and penetrations can let sound through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixing and jointing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Correct fixings, staggered joints and proper joint treatment all matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcoustic plasterboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce airborne noise transfer compared with standard plasterboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-density gypsum core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to support improved sound-reducing performance in suitable wall and ceiling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2400mm x 1200mm sheet size:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full-size board for covering larger wall and ceiling areas efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12.5mm thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e A common plasterboard thickness for internal walls, ceilings and partitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for tape-and-joint finishing and can also be skimmed if required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEN 520 Type A and D:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classification stated for this acoustic plasterboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThings to check before ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not expect one board to soundproof a room:\u003c\/strong\u003e This board helps reduce sound transfer, but the full system determines the result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the full build-up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studwork, insulation, board layers, sealing and workmanship all affect acoustic performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the right specialist board:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you need moisture resistance, use \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moisture-resistant-plasterboards\"\u003emoisture resistant plasterboard\u003c\/a\u003e. If you need fire performance, check \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fire-rated-plasterboard\"\u003efire rated plasterboard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tapered edge boards are well suited to tape-and-joint finishing, but can also be skimmed if required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixings matter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use suitable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drywall-screws\"\u003edrywall screws\u003c\/a\u003e for the background you are fixing into.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store boards flat, dry and protected before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete the job\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor fixing acoustic plasterboard, start with suitable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drywall-screws\"\u003edrywall screws\u003c\/a\u003e. You may also need \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plaster-adhesives-beads\"\u003escrim tape, jointing compound, plasterboard adhesive, angle beads and finishing plaster\u003c\/a\u003e depending on how the boards are being fitted and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor other plasterboard types, view the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plaster-dry-lining\"\u003eplasterboards and dry lining range\u003c\/a\u003e, including \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plasterboard-sheets\"\u003estandard plasterboard\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/moisture-resistant-plasterboards\"\u003emoisture resistant plasterboard\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fire-rated-plasterboard\"\u003efire rated plasterboard\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/insulated-plasterboard\"\u003einsulated plasterboard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wern-wood","offers":[{"title":"2400 × 1200 × 12.5mm","offer_id":56703325110596,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/7068\/7812\/files\/0001693_125mm-soundproof-plasterboard-tapered-edge-2400-x-1200mm.jpg?v=1777307190","url":"https:\/\/www.wern-wood.com\/products\/acoustic-plasterboard","provider":"Wern-wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}