Does Soundproofing a concrete ceiling work?

Absolutely! The ReductoClip ceiling soundproofing solution is designed to exceed the UK Part E Building Regulations for the passage of sound. (43dB or higher for airborne noise and 64dB or lower for impact noise). No soundproofing will offer 100% reduction. However, soundproofing a ceiling will dramatically reduce the noise from noisy neighbours (e.g. heavy footsteps and loud airborne noise). *dB results will vary depending on several factors. Please see our dB blog on why dB results may vary

Is it better to soundproof the floor above, or the ceiling?

If possible, the recommendation would be to soundproof the floor above against impact noise (e.g. footsteps). Absorbing impact noise at source (before it enters the structure) can achieve a better result.

Can ReductoClips be attached directly to a concrete ceiling?

Timber battens are attached to the existing concrete ceiling and ReductoClips are then attached to the timber battens. This is a simple way to install the ReductoClip ceiling solution to a concrete ceiling. However, in instances where any loss of ceiling height is extremely important, then ReductoClips can indeed be attached directly to the concrete ceiling with suitable fixings.

How much space is lost from the ceiling height?

Our ReductoClip ceiling system is the thinnest clip system on the market, with minimal space loss. The system is only a 60mm build up from the bottom of the timber batten to the final layer of plasterboard.

Do you offer an installation service?

Please see our dedicated installation page for more details on different installation options.

What lights can be fitted after soundproofing a ceiling?

Cutting holes into soundproofing is always going to create a weakness. Therefore, recessed lighting isn't advisable. Ideally slim LED surface mounted spotlights, or single pendant lighting fixed onto the ceiling is the preferred option over and above lighting inside of the ceiling.

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How to soundproof a concrete ceiling

Concrete ceiling with ReductoClips and timber battens

To soundproof a concrete ceiling, isolate soundproofing layers from the existing ceiling, as sound travels through solid materials via contact. Add resilience to the ceiling to dampen vibrations. Add high mass layers to block airborne sound and use different types of mass to block different frequencies. Choose the ReductoClip Ceiling System with timber battens for the ultimate solution in soundproofing.

The 3 main principles of soundproofing:

Isolation

Sound is a physical energy that can travel through solid materials.

Isolating or 'decoupling' one side of the structure from the other creates a breaker to stop that energy from easily transmitting through

Damping

Elastic or damping materials help to absorb sound energy and vibrations.

Similar to how the suspension springs in a car help to absorb bumps in the road

Mass

The addition of mass helps to create a barrier to block sound waves. The more mass on the isolated surface the better the sound reduction.

Using different types of mass helps to block different frequencies of sound

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ReductoClip Concrete Ceiling System

Highest performing solution

110mm thick

Impact noise performance

Airborne noise performance

From £84.00 Per m2 Ex Vat

(Based on a ceiling size of 4m x 5m and core materials)

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Concrete Ceilings FAQs

Does Soundproofing a concrete ceiling work?

Absolutely! The ReductoClip ceiling soundproofing solution is designed to exceed the UK Part E Building Regulations for the passage of sound. (43dB or higher for airborne noise and 64dB or lower for impact noise).
No soundproofing will offer 100% reduction. However, soundproofing a ceiling will dramatically reduce the noise from noisy neighbours (e.g. heavy footsteps and loud airborne noise).
*dB results will vary depending on several factors.
Please see our dB blog on why dB results may vary
Is it better to soundproof the floor above, or the ceiling?

If possible, the recommendation would be to soundproof the floor above against impact noise (e.g. footsteps). Absorbing impact noise at source (before it enters the structure) can achieve a better result.
Can ReductoClips be attached directly to a concrete ceiling?

Timber battens are attached to the existing concrete ceiling and ReductoClips are then attached to the timber battens. This is a simple way to install the ReductoClip ceiling solution to a concrete ceiling.
However, in instances where any loss of ceiling height is extremely important, then ReductoClips can indeed be attached directly to the concrete ceiling with suitable fixings.
How much space is lost from the ceiling height?

Our ReductoClip ceiling system is the thinnest clip system on the market, with minimal space loss.
The system is only a 60mm build up from the bottom of the timber batten to the final layer of plasterboard.
Do you offer an installation service?

Please see our dedicated installation page for more details on different installation options.
What lights can be fitted after soundproofing a ceiling?

Cutting holes into soundproofing is always going to create a weakness. Therefore, recessed lighting isn't advisable. Ideally slim LED surface mounted spotlights, or single pendant lighting fixed onto the ceiling is the preferred option over and above lighting inside of the ceiling.