Does SoundProof Paints for Wall Really Works to Reduce Noise?

When I started soundproofing of my house, I came to know about soundproof paint for wall or acoustic paint for the wall but was curious, does soundproof paint for wall really work?

But I was pretty much sure that soundproof paint is different than the regular paint and absolutely expensive than the regular one.

You must be aware that any material will work as a strong soundproof agent only if it has the ability to increase the mass or density and insulation property.

And I can not expect much from the paint as at max it can increase the width of around 0.2 cm in total but can not ignore its importance after knowing the mass loaded vinyl which has an amazing thickness to density ratio.

Then I did more research on this and got to know, this is really effective against the noise like whispering coming from the neighbor or to reduce the echo due to the sound reflection from the wall.

Well and then I decided to try the SoundProof paint as I know the use of other soundproofing agents like drywall, Acoustic foam, etc might be more expensive and not needed to reduce that very low whispering noise.

Now let me explain to you, what is SoundProof wall paint?

What is the SoundProof Paint?

The major difference between the regular paint and the soundproof paint is the ingredient of the paint and the thickness of the paint, which is higher than the regular one.

SoundProof paints are very heavy water-based paint, which gets its higher density due to the ingredient’s ceramic microspheres and sound-absorbing fillers like latex.

Probably you are aware latex is the most used material to increase the insulation ability of the material. The higher the density the higher will be the ability of soundproofing.

The soundproof paints are double expensive as the regular paint where the one set of 30 Oz paint will have the ability to cover approx 150 sqft area.

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It is advisable to use the soundproof paint on top of the wooden, metal, ceramic, and the most important on top of the drywall surfaces for the best results.

Like regular paint, the soundproof paint also available in varieties of colors and shades, so you can match the one you want with your existing wall.

Now let me clarify, how does soundproof paint on wall works?

How does soundproof paint Works?

It is the myth, I have read from the various forums that the use of multilayer regular paint can increase the insulation ability of the wall.

But the reality is having more layers even increase the width of the paint by just 0.2 cm but the actual impact will be due to the ingredients of the paint.

Even the use of dark shade paints or any color of the paints can not help you to avoid the noise transmission through the wall.

So will SoundProof paint really work?

The answer is yes, but up to a certain level.

SoundProof Paints for Wall

Let say, if you are getting noise from the neighborhood which is more of a whispering noise or if you are getting a complaint from your neighbor on the same type of noise from your house.

Then the soundproof paint could make some difference as it blocks the noise transmission through the wall which reduces approx 30% of the low whispering noise.

But if you are trying to block the louder noise such as TV, Music, or if someone is crying then you must try other soundproofing material.

Soundproof paint is thicker in quality, made of ceramic microspheres, and soundproofing fillers that cause it increases the noise dampening or absorbability.

Even the much harder surface wall which causes the major reflection of the noise waves will be less as the soundproof paint will absorb the soundwaves.

So if you need a quick solution that looks stunning on the wall instead of an acoustic foam then I should say you must try acoustic paint on top of the wall.

How to use Soundproof Paint for Effective Results?

The use of acoustic paint has its own process of applying on top of the wall I mean the drywall. there you also need some set of equipment for the better applying.

 

There are a couple of points to consider.

  1. Try to use the three layers of the paint to cover the complete walls for the most effective results.
  2. Try to fill seal or cracks wherever possible to improve the insulation ability of the wall.
  3. SoundProof paint is having a thickness that causes it requires more in quantity to cover the same area as the regular paint covers.
  4. It is very much in the liquid phase that causes if possible use the pressure Spray as this makes your job easier and if you use a roller for the same reason then that cause it becomes heavy after some time.
  5. Don’t spray the color on top of the ceiling or wall, better you use it top of the wooden or if using drywall on top of the drywall. 

Using the pressure spray will be the best solution as it will only stop when the pressure reduces or the paint running out.

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If you need strong improvements in soundproofing then I suggest using the additional materials along with soundproof paint.

SoundProofing Paint in Pair With?

Well, having paint on the wall is not the ultimate solution to reduce noise reflection or transmission through the wall.

There are a couple of other things which you can try in addition to paint.

Replace or cover the hard surfaces with Soft things

The major reason behind the generation of the echo is the reflection from the hard surfaces or the non-absorbing ability of the hard surfaces.

Better you cover the wall using the bookshelves and add the soft materials like sofas or curtains around the wall that cause it acts as a strong noise-absorbing material.

Better you paint your wall using the soundproof paint and then cover that wall along with all these soft materials.

Use The Resilient Channel behind Drywall

Well, paint should be used on top of the drywall but if possible use a resilient channel with drywall to connect with an actual wall that creates an air pocket and ultimate trap for the noise.

Hence once the noise crosses the actual wall with then trap into the decoupling zone and then to the drywall layer and ultimately passes through the soundproof paint.

Fill cracks or gaps around the door or window

If possible use weatherstripping to cover the air pass around the window as that causes air or noise travel from inside to outside or vice versa.

If possible use the soundproof curtain that even help absorbing noise and find the gap in between the door or window and its frame and fill them using the acoustic sealant.

Such a combination of different materials all together you can soundproof room, so the paint can not be the final or only effective solution for soundproofing.

Is it worth using the SoundProof Paint for Wall?

If you are struggling with low noise then I suggest trying the soundproof paint but not expect much and will be a little bit costlier then to the regular paint.

Soundproofing is not only the use of the paint, acoustic curtain, or acoustic foam individually but to use the combination of altogether for most effective results.

You need to focus on both sound-absorbing or sound deadening material.

The use of soundproofing paint will create additional insulation and always try to use it using the pressure spray instead of a roller or brush for effective results.

I hope this guide has helped you understand the use of the soundproof paint and its effectiveness,if so provide your valuable comment.

Hey, I am Kirtish Vyas a YouTuber and believer in making life peaceful, a couple of years back I started soundproofing my house, bedroom, studio, and Car to reduce the unwanted noise, and the same experience I am sharing on SoundProofidea. Read More