As a subcontractor specializing in multi-family flooring systems, we’re on the frontlines of what works and what doesn’t. In multi-family construction, soundproofing isn’t just a checkbox for code. It’s a make-or-break factor in tenant comfort, retention, and the overall success of your build that’s why we choose impervious sound mat.
We’ve worked with a wide range of materials over the years, and it’s clear: impervious sound mats offer a level of performance that standard systems can’t match. At Cemplex Group, we only install systems that meet our standards for durability, performance, and sustainability – including mats made with 95%+ post-consumer recycled content that contribute to LEED credits. These high-end solutions aren’t just about noise reduction, they’re built to handle real-life challenges like odor transmission, spills, and long-term durability under heavy use.
Beyond Acoustics: Solving for Real-Life Conditions
We’ve worked with a wide range of materials over the years, and it’s clear: impervious sound mats offer a level of performance that standard systems can’t match. For owners, this isn’t just a construction detail, it’s a small investment. Industry data shows that three out of the top five reasons tenants don’t renew their leases are related to noise. Every time a unit turns over, you’re facing lost rent, cleaning costs, and marketing expenses. Installing high-performance sound attenuation mats helps protect your bottom line by reducing complaints, improving tenant satisfaction, and increasing lease renewals. Plus, these mats go beyond just sound; they also block odor transfer, resist spills, and stand up to daily wear, helping you preserve the long-term value of your asset.
What We See In The Field
From an installer’s perspective, the differences are obvious:
- High-end mats achieve STC and IIC ratings that exceed expectations, without the need for additional layers or treatments
- Our mats are engineered to lay flat; lay flat mats means that there are no staples. With no staples it ensures no transfer of sound to the floor below.
- Rigid, resilient construction means these mats hold their shape under pressure and prevent cracking in the underlayments above them.
- The impervious surface adds a layer of moisture protection you don’t get from standard, absorbent mats.
- Some even include flexible components that run up walls, eliminating the need for separate perimeter isolation strips and streamlining installation.
These are the kinds of details that add up to fewer callbacks, fewer headaches, and better results for everyone on the job.
Built To Last – Not Just Pass Inspection
We’ve installed these systems across a wide variety of multi-family projects – luxury, apartments, student housing, senior living – and the long-term payoff is clear. High-quality sound mats maintain their integrity over time, resist water intrusion, and perform consistently under heavy loads and constant foot traffic.
This isn’t about over-engineering, it’s about building smarter from the beginning. When your assemblies are built on a reliable, high-performing base, the whole structure benefits.
Design With Performance in Mind
Whether you’re drafting the details or managing construction timelines, your spec for underlayment and sound attenuation matters. By choosing a premium, impervious sound mat system, you’re not just checking a box, you’re making a choice that improves comfort, reduces maintenance issues, and adds lasting value to your project.
Let’s Build Better, Together.
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