Soundproofing your ceiling will cut down slightly on impact noises from above, Drew advised, but it's better for airborne noise, so he recommends it for folks who are looking specifically for “more privacy and a quieter environment.”
Can you soundproof an existing ceiling?
If you have an existing ceiling, you may not want to go through the expense of tearing it out and starting over just to add soundproofing. ... In fact, keeping the existing ceiling and adding more soundproofing may provide even better soundproofing than ripping out the drywall and starting over.
How can I reduce the noise from my ceiling?
Ways of reducing impact noise from the floor above
- Use Carpets and paddings. Using carpets and paddings is extremely effective when dealing with impact noises. ...
- Use Resilient Underlayments. ...
- Use Soundproofing compound. ...
- Soundproof the floor (and ceiling) ...
- Make a drop ceiling. ...
- Soundproof the walls.
