Soundproofing again... Please help

builder007

Hi,

I've searched and read all threads on this topic (and there are many) but I'm still not sure about the validity of my approach with the challenge I have at the moment. Any help would be highly appreciated...

Here's the detail.

- The house has no sound insulation at the moment.
- Solid pine wood T&N was laid on bare joists (no rubber strip)
- There is no rockwool in the cavity between the joists

If possible at all I would like to avoid ripping solid pine planks (to put rubber and rockwool) but I'm worried that I will waste money and time if I don't do that.

My current thinking is to leave everything as is and ADD the following:

1. Put some sound proof rubber mat (6mm) and seal with acoustic tape the connections.
2. Put a layer of plywood or something similar on top of it (please suggest alternative)
3. Put another rubbery underlay for tiling (acoustic)
4. Tile with wood effect tiles

JOB DONE

Am I going to in the right direction with this approach?

builder007

Hi there. Unfortunately carpet's not an option. The finish has to be wood effect tile. Other layers re there to ensure impact noise is minimised.