What is MLV vinyl?
What is MLV vinyl?
Share. By Sweetwater on Feb 12, 2013, 12:00 AM. Mass loaded vinyl, or MLV, is a heavy, limp vinyl sheeting material that usually has been impregnated with metal particles to increase its mass. Mass loaded vinyl is used for adding mass to walls and ceilings as part of a soundproofing or sound control scheme.
Is vinyl good for soundproofing?
Mass Loaded Vinyl is an excellent sound dampening material that is used for soundproofing. It can be applied to walls, ceilings and doors.
Can you put MLV over drywall?
While MLV can be hung directly on a wall, it performs best when sandwiched between drywall sheets. Doing so also allows you aesthetic options since the usually black, shiny MLV isn’t the most decoratively appealing surface!
How do you cut an MLV?
Unroll your MLV on the floor. With a utility knife, use a straight edge ruler to cut a square edge evenly through the MLV. {See Figure 1} You do not need to cut through the material fully, once it is scored, it will come apart easily. The MLV can also be cut with a heavy duty scissor.
How thick should MLV be?
MLV Choices The most common thicknesses are 1/8 inch and 1/4 inch; 1/16-inch sheets are also available. The thickness you choose will be based on your space limitations, your soundproofing requirements, and your budget.
How do you use MLV?
Apply Finishing Touches
- Cut Around Openings. Be careful not to permanently cover electrical outlets or other openings when installing MLV.
- Seal Surface Perimeter. Once the entire surface is covered with TotalMass Mass Loaded Vinyl Barrier, caulk the perimeter with acoustical sealant.
- Hang and Finish Drywall.
Can you staple MLV?
Position MLV Verify the MLV is straight so it will evenly drape the wall from top plate to bottom plate. Begin fastening with nails, screws, or staples along the top working your way across the MLV and down the wall.
What is mass loaded vinyl (MLV)?
It’s a reflective barrier, which means that it doesn’t absorb sound. Instead, MLV contains and blocks sound transmission through large surfaces such as floors and walls. The main properties of MLV are the thinness and flexibility. What gives this flexibility, or better said limpness to the Mass Loaded Vinyl is the main ingredient – vinyl.
Is MLV soundproofing worth it?
However, the versatility of MLV lies in the option of closing all the small gaps around hard-to-reach places. Closing the holes is essential for effective soundproofing. If you leave any, you might as well not have bothered with soundproofing. Of course, MLV has some disadvantages.
What is the difference between MLV and MLV sound barriers?
MLV sound barriers offer exceptional noise reduction by adding mass with minimal thickness. For example, Mass Loaded Vinyl #2 is only ¼ inch thick. MLV #1 is even thinner, at 1/8 inch thick. MLV #1 has a standalone sound transmission class (STC) rating of 26, and MLV#2 has a standalone STC rating of 32.
What is the best MLV to use for walls?
Our most popular MLV. Best used in Floors, Walls, Ceilings, Autombiles, Fences and more. 2LB Mass Loaded Vinyl – 1/4″ thick and weighs 2 pound per square ft. STC Rating of 33. Best used in floors, walls, ceilings and outdoor fences.
