Parameter
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ΔLw (impact sound)
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Formats
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Installation
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Fire
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VOC / IAQ
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Chair/rolling loads
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Underfloor heating
Acoustic Floors
Why Acoustic Floors
We supply materials only to B2B clients (distributors, contractors, developers, architects, facility owners). Installation is by your appointed contractor per system manual.
Acoustic floors are resilient systems designed to lower impact noise (footfall, chair movement) and improve room comfort. They are widely specified for education, offices, healthcare admin, hospitality corridors and multi‑family housing where ΔLw targets are part of the brief or code.
Typical outcomes:
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Impact sound reduction of ≈14–19 dB+ depending on system.
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Better speech privacy in MFH and offices.
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Improved perceived comfort and reduced fatigue in circulation areas.
Acoustic System Types
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Heterogeneous Vinyl (Acoustic builds): integrated foam/cork layers delivering up to ≈19 dB ΔLw in corridors, classrooms and offices.
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LVT with Acoustic Underlays: glue‑down or click tiles/planks with approved underlays for targeted ΔLw performance.
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Non‑PVC Acoustic (Rubber/Bio‑based): dense wear with cushioned backing for traction \+ dB.
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Linoleum with Acoustic Underlays: natural surface paired with resilient underlays for moderate ΔLw.
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SPC/Rigid with Pad: rigid cores with pre‑attached pads for refurb speed (verify ΔLw and rolling‑load needs).
Technical & Compliance
Always confirm ΔLw test method, substrate build‑up and adhesive/underlay specifics for your project.
Typical Range / Note
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≈14–19 dB+ (system‑dependent; verify lab data)
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Rolls (vinyl/linoleum/rubber) and modular (LVT/SPC tiles/planks)
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Glue‑down (best for stability/acoustics) or floating/click (program speed)
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Typically Bfl‑s1 floors (verify DoP/test per SKU)
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Low VOC; EPD/LCA on request
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Select HD backings/underlays and glue‑down in intensive zones
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Compatible within temperature/RH limits (see datasheet)
Quick Comparison
Acoustic Floors vs Standard Builds (Quick Comparison)
Criterion
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ΔLw footfall
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Refurb speed
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Cleanability
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Rolling loads
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Best use
Acoustic Resilient
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High (14–19 dB+)
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High (click/loose‑lay options)
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Smooth, easy‑clean
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Glue‑down best
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Corridors, classrooms, MFH, offices
Standard Resilient
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Medium
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High
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Smooth
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Good
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General admin, retail
Carpet Tiles
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High (cushion tiles)
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High
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Higher maintenance
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Medium (pile deformation)
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Open offices, libraries
Design &
Detailing Notes
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Subfloor & adhesives: smoother subfloors reduce drumming; use approved acoustic adhesives/underlays.
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Perimeter & transitions: maintain movement gaps (click) and plan ramp trims to adjacent floors.
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Chair zones: choose high‑density backings and glue‑down in castor‑heavy areas.
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Layering: acoustic performance depends on full build‑up (substrate \+ underlay \+ finish).
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Complementary treatments: pair floors with acoustic ceilings/walls and soft furnishings to improve overall dB/RT.
Sector‑Specific Guidance
Education
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Acoustic vinyl or LVT+underlay for classrooms/corridors; target higher ΔLw near libraries and music rooms.
Offices
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LVT glue‑down \+ acoustic underlay for meeting spaces; carpet tiles in open plan; SPC‑pad for refurb speed.
MFH (Apartments & Amenities)
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Meet inter‑apartment targets using resilient layers; confirm structural test method (e.g., ISO vs local).
Logistics & B2B Supply
Materials‑only supply. Installation by your contractor/installer.
We supply:
Order sizes:
rolls, modular cartons, approved underlays & adhesives.
Lead times:
stock vs made‑to‑order thickness/colours.
Docs:
datasheets, DoP/DoC, ΔLw reports, EPD/LCA on request.
Samples:
planks/tiles, roll chips, underlay sets.
Support:
spec text, acoustic build‑ups, maintenance guides.
FAQ
Here you'll find answers to the most common questions about acoustic floors.
What ΔLw value should we target for school corridors?
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Many projects target ≈17–19 dB; confirm with local guidelines and your acoustic consultant.
Is click LVT with pad enough for offices?
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For general offices, yes; for heavy castor traffic, prefer glue‑down LVT with approved acoustic underlay.
Does acoustic flooring affect floor height build‑up?
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Yes—allow for underlay thickness and plan thresholds accordingly.
Can acoustic vinyl be used with underfloor heating?
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Typically yes within limits—verify max temperature and acclimatization protocol.
Do you provide installation?
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No—materials only. Installation is by your appointed contractor.
Ready to specify Acoustic Floors?
- Request Specs & Commercial Offer (target ΔLw, format, thickness, area m², timeline).
- Order Samples (finish \+ underlay set).
