Walls and Ceilings - soundproof - wood or metal studs???

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PDA
08-16-01, 10:50 AM
Hi. I'm planning my basement finishing project, which includes a practice area for a band. I intend to use a staggard stud frame for 3 walls surrounding the area, but I'm unsure as to whether or not metal studs would produce more vibrations than wood studs would. Anyone had any experience in this particular application of metals studs? Thanks in advance.

Scott

08-31-01, 06:45 AM
I`m no expert but,metal vibrates much more than wood.Either should work if fastened tightly so cannot vibrate though wood less likely to vibrate at all unless very loose
rbisys
09-07-01, 11:55 AM
Most of the sound is transfered thru the studs.
Wood transfers at a higher rate than a metal stud that has knockouts. I beleive they make a metal sound stud.

Use 5/8" fire rated drywall both sides. Don't glue. FG is of minimal value. If in the basement, remember the sound can pass over the top of the wall and thru elect.outlets

If you really have to cut the sound, then on one side after drywall is up and taped (once) run horizontally 3/8" metal furr strips. These are made for sound reduction. Install another 5/8" drywall.

Check with your local drywall supplier. They'll help you.