Absolutely! The SoundBoard 4 direct to ceiling solution is a good solution for standard household airborne noise. 

For a higher performing system 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 with the ReductoClip system 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

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.

The recommendation would be to remove the existing plasterboard, so it doesn't create a void for any sound to become trapped and resonate inside (the drum effect).

If the ceiling is lathe and plaster, it is also recommended to remove this, expose the cavities between the joists and add acoustic mineral wool within this space.

The SoundBoard 4 direct to ceiling solution is only a 30mm build up from the existing ceiling. 

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

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.