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Noise Control

Walls, Floors and Ceilings

Problem: Sound or noise leaking close to the floor wall junction.

Cause: Improper seal between the drywall and bottom wall plate or bottom metal track.

Solutions:

  • Seal gaps between the drywall and the bottom plate before installing baseboards as shown in Figure 5b.

Proper Sealing Of Drywall To Sub-Floor

Figure 5b - Proper Sealing Of Drywall To Sub-Floor

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