SOUND SOLUTIONS from the SOUND EXPERTS
Sound Advisor™
Proper acoustics are key to having an enjoyable experience in any environment. Our patented Sound Advisor tool allows you to hear the effect that flooring has on sound so you can select the best products for your space. Simply select your flooring construction, then add a floor covering. You can hear the difference and can select the best floor covering option to help you reach your desired IIC rating.
HOW IS SOUND MEASURED?
The three primary measures of sound abatement are IIC, STC and NRC. Each test focuses on different types of sound absorption or transmission. These tests are used to measure the sound abatement properties of various finishes, furniture or construction materials.
HOW IS SOUND MEASURED?
The three primary measures of sound abatement are IIC, STC and NRC. Each test focuses on different types of sound absorption or transmission. These tests are used to measure the sound abatement properties of various finishes, furniture or construction materials.
Impact Insulation Class
IIC: A rating that measures how much impact sound from a floor above transfers to a room below. This is the most relevant sound test for flooring.Launch Sound Advisor
Noise Reduction Coefficient
NRC: Measures sound within a room and the time it takes for the noise to subside. It is an average rating of the amount of sound a product can absorb.Launch Sound Advisor
Sound Transmission Class
STC: A rating that measures how much airborne sound transfers through a floor/ceiling assembly or wall assembly. Examples of airborne sound are television, music, and appliances. Flooring has little impact on STC testing.Launch Sound Advisor
