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Ian Baker • Jun 27, 2020

What are the benefits of SoundMat 3 Plus over JCW's ImpactaLay 15mm

The benefits of SoundMat 3 Plus floor soundproofing mats over ImpactaLay 15mm

Image of SoundMat 3 Plus & ImpactaLay 15mm (Below)

Acoustilay 15 V SoundMat 3 Plus

We are often asked about the difference between JCW's ImpactaLay 15mm and our best selling SoundMat 3 Plus.

Both products use the same high mass material on the top and bottom (mass loaded vinyl), so the airborne performance is identical. However, it is the middle foam layer which is where the SoundMat 3 Plus offers the biggest improvement overImpactaLay 15mm.

  • ImpactaLay 15mmuses a re-cycled chip foam (a combination of recycled materials), which due to its recycled nature has inconsistencies in its performance (i.e certain parts are harder than others and certain sections are softer, and is prone to small gapsand inconsistencies, resulting in different impact performances in different areas of the mats)
  • The SoundMat 3 Plus uses a manufactured closed cell, high load foam which offers a uniform performance across the whole soundproofing mat.
  • Because the foam is closed cell this will not absorb water. This can be a big benefit in case of any water damage to the floor in the future.
  • Price for SoundMat 3 plus are up to 10% cheaper per m2

For more information about soundproofing your floor, have a look at our Soundproofing Floors Blog.

SoundMat 3 Plus Performance - Test Results

Standard Test Build Up As Follows;

SoundMat 3 Plus 15mm
Standard 18mm Sub Floor T&G Boards
100mm 60kg Rockwool Insulation between joists
Resilient bars
Two layers of 15mm acoustic grade plasterboard

Impact Performance Airborne Performance

49dB 54dB

For further information on our SoundMat 3 Plus visit www.soundproofingstore.co.uk 

SoundMat 3 Plus Product Overview

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