Control Flooring Acoustics With Quality FloorMuffler Underlayment

UNDERLAYMENT THAT GIVES ESSENTIAL SUPPORT TO THE FLOORING SYSTEM

FloorMuffler underlayment has been specially engineered to do so much more than simply sit underneath your choice of flooring, and it plays an important role in how the flooring system performs day to day. Not only does it help the surface of the floor feel more stable when walked on, but as its name suggests, it also offers superior acoustic qualities that minimize sound production. This makes it useful not only for large rooms where echoes are common, but also for flooring options in upstairs rooms, so the sound isn’t heard downstairs. It’s common for homeowners designing their property to think solely about the look and feel of the flooring they’re choosing, whether it’s tiles or engineered hardwood, but how the flooring performs depends largely on the underlayment. 

The FloorMuffler collection includes underlayment for several of the most common flooring types, including laminate, engineered hardwood, luxury vinyl tile and plank. It is also ideal for WPC and SPC flooring. When you have heavy objects of furniture sitting on top of the flooring, if the underlayment support is not sufficient, planks can bend and warp over time under pressure, and the same is true for laminate flooring. However, when you install a foam underlay, it balances out the flooring in a way that can spread the weight but still provide sufficient support. 

EXCELLENT ACOUSTIC PROPERTIES FOR QUIETER INTERIOR SPACES

It’s no surprise that one of the main reasons customers choose to install FloorMuffler products is the acoustic benefits it has. Planks that are made from luxury vinyl or hardwood can cause sound to echo in the home, especially if being walked on with shoes or walking aids. To counteract this, FloorMuffler’s range of products manages the noise beneath the flooring so that sound is captured rather than allowed to travel and echo into the room. This is especially useful if you live in an apartment block or want to install flooring in multi-level homes or office spaces. The acoustic layering of foam or recycled material forms a bridge between the finished floor product and the subfloor, and it softens any sounds created. 

Unlike some types of underlayment, it is not fixed to the subfloor, but instead has the ability to adapt to the space where it is laid. It can also affect how the floor sounds when it’s walked on, as floors without support can sound hollow, which can become a distraction if every time you walk over it, you notice your every footstep. Vinyl planks that are laid with the wrong type of underlayment can also make a clicking sound, but the FloorMuffler comes in thin 1 mm, 1.1 mm, 2 mm, and 4 mm widths, so you’ll be able to use it with any kind of flooring you desire for the space. 

MOISTURE BARRIER FOR PRACTICAL PROTECTION FOR FLOORING 

In addition to the sound-absorbing properties, FloorMuffler also provides underlayment options that can form an effective moisture barrier essential for some types of flooring. Moisture protection is especially useful when the new flooring is being installed directly onto concrete or the lower floors and basements of homes, where moisture can accumulate. Engineered hardwood and some types of unglazed ceramic flooring tiles are prone to damage from moisture, so this underlayment creates a much-needed extra layer between a range of subfloor surfaces and your flooring of choice. It also means you can use this in areas of the home prone to moisture, including the kitchen and the bathroom. 

The moisture barrier of underlayment offers long-term performance and keeps your flooring looking its best. Underlayment shouldn’t be treated as an afterthought, and you should always aim to create any flooring system design with underlayment in mind, as it can affect everything from sound control and moisture to how the flooring feels underfoot. As FloorMuffler is compatible with so many types of flooring, you’ll always be able to find the right one that matches your chosen materials and budget. 

DIFFERENT UNDERLAYMENT FLOORING MATERIAL CHOICES 

The FloorMuffler collection includes underlayment made from polypropylene foam, polyethylene foam, and recycled fibres. This not only provides you with the flexibility to choose the kind of material that best suits your floor, but it also provides an opportunity to discover the various aspects of each material. For example, the ComboFoam option has an acoustic performance rating of 61 IIC & 54 STC, while the QuietCure offers enhanced 71 IIC & 66 STC values, which is ideal for higher levels of acoustic insulation. 

What we love about FloorMuffler products is the fact that they balance moisture control and cushioning with acoustic support, and aren’t just focused on one aspect of flooring protection. The roll formats are also useful as it can be handled much more easily during installation than single sheets, and they can be cut to the exact size too without waste. The substrate floor can be prepared, the underlayment applied, and then the new flooring can be installed directly on top of it, whether you choose recycled fibres or one of the other options. Browse the entire collection today on Stone & Tile.