Ceilings often go overlooked when soundproofing a recording studio. People spend most of their energy on the walls and doors and often forget about one of the most important ways sound escapes from rooms: the ceiling. Ceilings can be soundproofed in a variety of ways, but one of the best ways is to create a false ceiling that is extended 6 inches from the actual ceiling, using extension furring channels to extend the ceiling and sheet rock panels to serve as the new surface. The space between the sheet rock and the actual ceiling will deaden the sound and be a great tool in quiet recording settings.
Instructions
Instructions
1. Fasten the 6-inch planks to the ceiling. The length of the planks depends on the length of the room. The planks should extend across the room and be lined up parallel to each other with about 3 feet between each row.
2. Spread Green Glue (deadening glue) over the top side of the sheet rock panels before you fasten them to the planks. This will create another layer of soundproofing to help keep sound in.
3. Fasten the sheet rock to the wooden planks to create the artificial ceiling. Attach the sheet rock pieces to the 2-by-6s with screws. The size of the sheet rock pieces depends on the size of the room, so measure and plan accordingly.
4. Apply any additional screws and support to the sheet rock. Make sure all gaps are filled and the space between the sheet rock and the actual ceiling is enclosed.
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