Resilient Channel Ceiling Installation

Knurled face makes screw attachment of wallboard easier.

Resilient channel ceiling installation.

Single leg resilient channel made of 25 gauge steel rc 1 pro is one of the most effective low cost methods of improving sound transmission loss through wood and steel frame partitions. The installation process of resilient channels. Single leg resilient channel made of 22mil steel rc deluxe is one of the most effective low cost methods of improving sound transmission loss through wood and steel frame partitions. Difference is that you would want rc with both edges rolled and can support the much heavier loads required for a 2 sheet thick minimum overhead ceiling assembly.

It is installed perpen. It is used as a cross furring member for resilient attachment of gypsum. Resilient channel should be installed perpendicular to the. Ranges over 24 are against the installation instructions while spans less than 24 ensure that the resilient channel will not be as effective as it is in the lab.

If you have gone through our previous lesson. Bailey rc plus provides better sound attenuation than standard resilient channel. Ink jetted to assist in proper installation orientation. Installing resilient channel res channel is an effective low cost method for reducing sound transmission through walls and ceilings.

Installing resilient channels can significantly reduce the vibrations that pass through a wall or a ceiling. Resilient channel should be attached at right angles 90 degrees to wood trusses or joists 16 inches on center with 1 inch type w or 1 inch type s screws nails are not recommended the open side of the resilient channels should always be installed the same direction and attached at each intersection. In fact it s one of the most effective techniques for soundproofing your ceiling if your upstairs neighbors enjoy choreographing their dance act right in their apartment. However in the field it is difficult to keep this spacing consistent.

Rc deluxe is the preferred resilient channel because of its extra wide 1 1 2 flange for the installation of the gypsum board. It wasn t shown but using the example panel for the resilient channel in the video this is the same technique used for installing a decoupled ceiling. Bailey resilient channel is a single leg specially formed metal component that when used to support the drywall instead of directly fastening drywall to the studs or joists greatly improves the sound transmission characteristics of the wall or ceiling assembly.