The 12.5mm Knauf Soundshield Plus Soundboard is a high-performance plasterboard that offers enhanced acoustic performance and excellent fire resistance. It is perfect for creating peaceful and private spaces in both residential and commercial buildings.

This soundboard is specifically designed with special additives and a blue face lining to create a strong sound barrier. It effectively reduces noise interference from neighboring areas, allowing for a more relaxing environment. Additionally, it serves as an exceptional fire panel and moisture panel for wall lining and partitions. The board is also equipped with a tapered edge, making it suitable for taping and jointing.

Specifications

• Material: Gypsum
• Thickness: 12.5mm
• Width: 1200mm
• Length: 2400mm
• Purchase Unit: Sheet
• Coverage: 2.88m2
• Brand: Knauf Drywall
• Manufacturer's Code: 292622
• Weight: 11.5kg/m2
• Thermal Conductivity: 0.24W/mK
• Edge: Tapered
• Colour: Blue

Performance

The Knauf Soundshield Plus Soundboard offers up to 120 minutes of fire resistance, making it an excellent choice for enhancing fire safety in walls and ceilings. It also provides superior sound insulation, reducing sound passage in ceilings and partitions. The board has a thermal conductivity figure of 0.24W/mK, contributing to energy efficiency in buildings.

Features and Benefits

• Enhanced acoustic performance: Reduces noise transmission, creating quieter environments.
• Excellent fire resistance: Provides added safety and protection against fire hazards.
• Moisture resistance: Resists moisture and prevents damage from dampness or humidity.
• Tapered edge for taping and jointing: Allows for seamless and smooth finishing of joints.
• Blue face for plaster or decoration: Provides a ready-to-paint surface or can be decorated with wallpaper.
• Quick and easy installation: Saves time and effort during the installation process.
• Allows for immediate decorating after installation: No need to wait for drying or curing, enabling faster project completion.
• Creates calm and private spaces: Enhances privacy and reduces noise disturbances, promoting a peaceful environment.
• Durable and long-lasting: Ensures a reliable and sturdy construction that withstands wear and tear.
• Environmentally friendly: Made from sustainable materials, reducing environmental impact.

Applications

• Used in areas where high levels of airborne sound insulation are required such as music rooms, home theatres, or rooms where loud machinery might be used.
• Perfect for use in commercial buildings such as offices, restaurants, hotels, or any other place where noise reduction is a priority.
• Can be used in residential buildings for walls and ceilings to reduce noise transmission between rooms or from outside noise sources.
• Often used in educational institutions such as schools and colleges to create a quiet learning environment.
• Can be used in healthcare facilities such as hospitals and clinics to provide a peaceful environment for patients.
• Used in the construction of partition walls and ceilings in both new build and refurbishment projects.
• Can be used in combination with other Knauf systems to achieve higher levels of sound insulation.

Installation

The Knauf Soundshield Plus Soundboard can be easily installed using standard drywall installation techniques. It can be cut with a plasterboard saw or sharp knife. The tapered edge allows for taping and jointing, providing a cleaner finish compared to Square Edge plasterboard.

Certifications

• EN classification: EN520 classification Type A & D
• BS EN 520:2004+A1:2009
• Water vapor resistance factor (µ): 10/4 (EN ISO 10456)
• Reaction to fire (R2F): A2-s1,d0 (B)

Equivalent/Related Products

• Knauf Soundshield
• Gyproc SoundBloc
• British Gypsum Soundbloc

About the Manufacturer

Knauf Drywall is a leading manufacturer of high-quality plasterboard and drywall systems. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Knauf Drywall delivers products that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. Their products are trusted by professionals in the construction industry worldwide.

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We understand scheduling of larger materials to your project is important, thus having your preference is very helpful for us. Please note this works in tandem with the availability of the product. We can NOT fulfill any orders before the avability days set on the product, even if the date insert tool allows it.

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On weekdays, our cut-off time for purchases is 1 p.m. Orders must be placed by 1 p.m. on Monday through Thursday to be delivered the next day if they are applicable for next day. For example, an order placed after 2 p.m. on Friday will be sent out on Monday afternoon (if it is not too late).

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The vast majority of our orders are dispatched within 2–5 working days. However, if you need a customized or bespoke item, things will take longer to arrive. Some goods are on allocation or short supply as a result of COVID 19 and the Brexit. We may be forced to offer an equivalent high-quality substitute product at no extra cost to our customer from time to time.

The delivery charge is applied for shipments to England. If you live in Scotland or Wales, one of our customer care specialists will contact. We do everything we can to make sure packages arrive on the date promised.

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On weekdays, our cut-off time for purchases is 1 p.m. Orders must be placed by 1 p.m. on Monday through Thursday to be delivered the next day if they are applicable for next day. For example, an order placed after 2 p.m. on Friday will be sent out on Monday afternoon (if it is not too late).

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