아파트 아래층에서 화장실 천장을 열고 시멘트 부분에 25w 골전도스피커를 부착해서 '...

The user is asking about reducing noise from a bone conduction speaker attached to their bathroom ceiling, which creates sounds that can be heard in the upstairs living room. They're considering using acoustic absorption panels and soundproofing materials on the wall and floor. They want to know if these methods will significantly reduce the noise and are also asking for other effective solutions. Let’s focus on practical methods to minimize sound transmission while making sure the materials and setup have the right impact.

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Proposing soundproofing methods

They could tackle the noise by installing a damping mat or acoustic mat on their bathroom floor, applying damping adhesive, and then re-laying the floor. Another option is to use an impact isolator pad with thick rubber or cork, raising the floor height slightly. In addition, treating living room surfaces with absorption materials and installing multi-layer constrained-layer damping (CLD) panels along the wall, separated by rubber spacers, could further help with sound isolation. These methods should reduce vibration transmission effectively.

Planning soundproofing measures

To minimize noise, we need to focus on treating the receiving side. This means applying constrained-layer damping (CLD) with a heavy mass and viscoelastic layer on the floor, using materials like GreenGlue, and overlaying with cement board or plywood.

Additional treatments include building a secondary wall with resilient channels, sealing penetrations, and adding heavy rugs on the living room floor.

Furniture placement can also help block the sound path. Active noise cancelling devices might help, though with limitations. I'll check for up-to-date recommendations, but the core concepts are fairly standard.

Considering product suggestions

I’m thinking about adding suggestions related to typical Korean products like "마스킹시트" and "차음매트 계속." Though browsing isn't strictly necessary since the core knowledge remains general, I could still search for "그린글루 한국" or "Green Glue damping compound Korea" to find more specific references or sources. I think it’s okay to share the general principles of constrained layer damping (CLD), but it could be nice to support the explanation with up-to-date sources, even if the concepts themselves are well-established.

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Exploring soundproofing options

The user is looking for a simple noise reduction solution, using mass-loaded vinyl (MLV) with stone powder combined with an MDF board. They’re wondering if attaching the MLV+MDF directly to a hollow wall or spacing it 2.5 cm behind a cabinet would help. I'll focus on the benefits of adding mass, and explain how decoupling (via the gap) might improve acoustic isolation. An air gap, even 2.5 cm, has potential, and sealing edges will be crucial. Expected decibel reduction might be around 2-4 dB. No need to look up external sources—this solution fits their needs.

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Considering cavity resonance

The user asked about the possibility of resonance in a 2.5 cm air gap between a wall and MDF panel. Resonance can occur in this cavity, especially considering a quarter-wave absorber effect. But based on calculations, that 2.5 cm gap corresponds to a 10 cm wavelength, which would give a fundamental resonance frequency around 3430 Hz—not likely impactful at lower frequencies. There's also potential for mass-spring resonance involving a system of the panel and air gap, but it's less likely to present a significant issue here.

Discussing mass-air-mass resonance

For the 25 mm cavity between the MDF and MLV, we can approximate the resonance frequencies based on their masses and stiffness. Since the cavity and materials are relatively light and the air gap small, we expect a resonance frequency in the low-mid range, possibly between 50-250 Hz based on the mass-air-mass formula. Calculations show a resonance around 7.6 Hz, which seems too low, so it might need further refinement. For smaller gaps, resonance frequencies increase, but lighter materials also alter the effect.

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Evaluating installation options for MDF panels

The user is deciding between two ways to install MDF panels to reduce noise from an elevator shaft and a neighbor's woofer. They have two options:

1. Panels directly against the wall with Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) in contact with the wall.
2. Panels with a 2.5 cm gap behind them, leaving airspace between the panel and the wall.

I think Option B might provide better sound isolation due to the air gap, but both have pros and cons. I’ll need to consider both for the best soundproofing effect.

Analyzing panel installation options

The user is considering whether leaving a 2.5 cm gap between MDF panels would still work for soundproofing, or if it would cause issues with seams. Here’s my take:

The elevator and woofer noise primarily affect low frequencies, so the main benefit of the gap is creating a mass-air-mass system that could help with middle frequencies. However, if seams aren't sealed, high-frequency isolation might suffer. I’d suggest sealing edges with foam or using acoustic sealant, which would preserve the air gap while maintaining effectiveness. The extra layer could help, and using spacers helps keep the gap intact.

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The user is asking about the soundproofing effect of a wooden panel (240 cm tall) when placed on a wall (245 cm tall), leaving a 5 cm gap. They're curious about how this gap affects the total sound transmission loss or insertion loss. They also referenced using 3 MDF panels with Mass Loaded Vinyl (MLV) and polyester, with a 25 mm air gap and sealed edges. The user is likely concerned about how the 5 cm top or bottom gap influences the overall performance.

The user is asking how much soundproofing is affected by a gap at the top of the 240 cm wooden panel, which is 5 cm wide. They’re concerned about the impact on sound leakage and whether sealing the gap might help. As the gap size increases, soundproofing effectiveness can decrease by about 10-15 dB at higher frequencies, particularly if there's a 2% open area. Sealing the gap with materials like foam or MLV could restore most of the original soundproofing benefits, potentially improving performance by 4-5 dB.

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Answering acoustic question

The user is asking about soundproofing with MDF panels and MLV, and wants a simple solution. Since they can't easily screw things in, I’ll suggest placing the panels flush against the wall and angling the corners to improve sound absorption. Treating corners can help with sound diffraction, and using soft pads between the furniture and the panel can prevent vibrations. This method should be easy to implement while still effective for sound isolation.

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Analyzing insulation for noise reduction

The user's asking about using "신슐레이터 흡음재" (likely 3M Thinsulate) as wall treatment. Thinsulate is a lightweight polyester acoustic material, great at absorbing mid-high frequencies but not effective for low-frequency vibrations. Since it's low in mass, it doesn't block structural vibrations, but it can help reduce internal sound reflections if placed behind denser materials like MDF and MLV. To be effective, it needs an air gap and should be thick enough for proper absorption.

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