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Category: Materials & Components

The building blocks of noise control—soundproofing materials, tapes, sealants, foams, insulation, and underlayments, plus practical guidance on selecting and using them effectively across home, studio, and vehicle projects.

Large construction roll of mass loaded vinyl beside a compact MLV sheet and thin tiles for a TotalMass and ArrowZoom comparison
February 1, 2022 SPDude

TotalMass vs ArrowZoom MLV: Specs, Formats & Best Uses

Compare TotalMass and ArrowZoom MLV by weight, roll or tile format, coverage, installation, STC claims, best uses and limitations.

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Mass loaded vinyl rolls, flexible sheets, tiles and recycled rubber sound barriers compared on a workbench
July 9, 2020 SPDude

Best Mass Loaded Vinyl: Top MLV Brands Compared

Compare the best mass loaded vinyl brands for walls, ceilings, floors, and other soundproofing projects, including 1 lb vs 2 lb MLV, DIY difficulty, and when professional help makes sense

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Two flexible sound-isolation membrane rolls representing AcoustiBlok Blok16 and Blok32 beside an exposed stud wall
July 7, 2020 SPDude

AcoustiBlok Review: Blok16 vs Blok32, Cost, STC & Uses

AcoustiBlok review covering Blok16 vs Blok32, STC ratings, cost, installation, best uses, pros and cons, and how it compares with conventional mass loaded vinyl.

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Roll of mass loaded vinyl beside a residential wall assembly showing how MLV is used as a sound barrier layer within a complete construction system.
July 7, 2020 SPDude

TotalMass MLV Review: Specs, STC Testing, Uses & Limitations

TotalMass is a legitimate mass loaded vinyl (MLV) barrier, but it makes the most sense when you need a thin,

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Heavy black mass loaded vinyl roll beside thin pre-cut MLV tiles for an ArrowZoom MLV review
July 7, 2020 SPDude

ArrowZoom MLV Review: 2 lb Roll, Tiles, STC Claims & Uses

ArrowZoom MLV review covering the current 2 lb sheet and tile formats, STC claims, installation requirements, suitable uses and important limitations.

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Rolled sheet of dark mass loaded vinyl used as a flexible sound barrier
May 11, 2020 SPDude

Mass Loaded Vinyl: How to Choose the Right MLV for Soundproofing

Mass loaded vinyl (MLV) is a flexible, high-mass barrier material used as part of sound-control assemblies. It is commonly considered

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