Floating Wall

AcouStick Floating Wall systems create an isolated wall leaf separated from the structural wall by an air cavity and acoustic infill. The resilient separation reduces rigid connections between the wall layers, helping improve airborne sound insulation and limit structure-borne sound transmission.

The system can be built using resilient channels, isolation clips, or fully independent studs, combined with fibreglass or mineral wool acoustic insulation and multi-layer gypsum board.

It is designed for demanding sound isolation applications including recording studios, cinemas, hotels, entertainment venues, plant rooms, and spaces requiring separation between noise-generating and noise-sensitive areas.

Why Choose a Floating Wall System?

High Airborne Sound Insulation

The isolated wall construction separates the inner wall leaf from the structural wall, helping reduce airborne sound transmission between adjacent spaces.

Reduced Structural Connections

Resilient mounting and independent wall construction reduce rigid connections that can transmit vibration and structure-borne sound through the wall.

Acoustic Cavity Infill

Fibreglass or mineral wool insulation within the cavity helps absorb sound energy within the wall assembly and supports the overall acoustic performance.

Flexible Wall Construction

The system can be configured using resilient channels, isolation clips, or fully independent studs depending on the acoustic and structural requirements.

Multi-Layer Wall Build-Ups

Multiple layers of gypsum board can be incorporated to increase the mass and acoustic performance of the wall assembly.

Project-Specific Engineering

Floating wall systems should be designed according to the existing structure, required acoustic performance, cavity width, wall construction, and project conditions.

How Does a Floating Wall Work?

A floating wall works by creating separation between the structural wall and the inner wall leaf.

Instead of fixing the new wall rigidly to the existing structure, the inner leaf is resiliently mounted or independently framed. An air cavity containing acoustic insulation separates the two sides of the assembly.

This reduces the direct path through which airborne sound and structure-borne vibration can travel through the wall.

Noise Source → Wall Leaf → Acoustic Cavity → Isolated Wall Leaf → Reduced Sound Transmission

The final performance depends on the complete wall assembly, including wall mass, cavity width, insulation, resilient connections, board layers, perimeter detailing, and flanking paths.

Sound Isolation Performance

A floating wall is designed primarily to improve airborne sound insulation while reducing rigid structure-borne transmission through the wall assembly.

Final acoustic performance must be determined from the complete wall build-up and project-specific design.

Floating Wall Applications

Floating wall systems are suitable for spaces where controlling sound transmission between rooms or isolating noise-sensitive areas is important.

Recording & Broadcast Studios

Designed to reduce sound transmission between recording spaces, control rooms, and adjacent areas.

Cinemas & Theatres

Suitable for separating auditoriums and support spaces where high airborne sound insulation is required.

Clubs & Live Venues

Floating wall construction can help reduce music and high sound pressure transmission to adjacent rooms and surrounding spaces.

Plant Room Enclosures

Suitable for isolating mechanical and equipment noise from occupied areas.

Hotel Party Walls

Can be used between hotel rooms and other noise-sensitive spaces where improved acoustic separation is required.

Noise-Sensitive & Noise-Generating Spaces

Suitable for applications where a wall separates a high-noise environment from an acoustically sensitive room.

Technical Specifications

Floating Wall Configurations

AcouStick Floating Wall systems can be configured according to the required acoustic performance and existing building conditions.

Resilient Channel System

Resilient channels create a decoupled mounting layer between the structural wall and the internal wall lining, reducing direct rigid connections.

Isolation Clips

Acoustic isolation clips can be used with resilient channels to create a resiliently mounted wall lining.

Independent Stud Wall

A fully independent stud frame creates a larger separation from the existing structural wall and can be selected where greater decoupling or cavity depth is required.

Acoustic Cavity Infill

Fibreglass or mineral wool insulation is installed within the cavity to absorb sound energy and improve the performance of the complete wall assembly.

Multi-Layer Lining

Multiple gypsum board layers can be specified to increase wall mass and improve sound isolation according to the project requirements.

Floating Wall vs Conventional Wall

A conventional wall that is rigidly connected to the surrounding structure can provide a direct path for sound and vibration transmission.

A floating wall system introduces resilient separation between the structural wall and the inner wall leaf.

Choose a Floating Wall When You Need:

• Improved airborne sound insulation

• Reduced rigid structural connections

• Separation between noise-generating and noise-sensitive spaces

• Flexible cavity depth

• Multi-layer wall construction

• A project-engineered acoustic wall system

For demanding applications, wall isolation should also consider flanking transmission through ceilings, floors, doors, services, and adjacent structures.

Project Engineering & Installation Details

Floating wall systems should be engineered as a complete assembly rather than treated as a standalone wall lining.

Project-specific considerations may include:

• Existing structural wall

• Required cavity width

• Wall leaf construction

• Acoustic insulation

• Resilient mounting method

• Number of board layers

• Perimeter isolation

• Door and window interfaces

• Mechanical and electrical penetrations

• Flanking transmission paths

Typical installation details can be issued according to the project requirements.

Floating Wall Price in Saudi Arabia

The cost of a floating wall system depends on several factors, including:

• Wall area

• Required cavity width

• Isolation method

• Stud configuration

• Acoustic insulation type and thickness

• Number and thickness of gypsum board layers

• Existing structural wall

• Required acoustic performance

• Doors, windows, penetrations, and other details

• Project installation requirements

Because floating walls are engineered according to the existing structure and acoustic requirements, AcouStick provides project-based pricing for floating wall systems in Saudi Arabia.

Send us your wall dimensions, drawings, existing wall construction, acoustic target, or project requirements to receive a project-specific quotation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a floating wall?

A floating wall is an isolated wall construction where the inner wall leaf is separated from the structural wall using an air cavity and resilient mounting or independent framing. This separation helps reduce airborne and structure-borne sound transmission.

How does a floating wall improve sound isolation?

The system reduces rigid connections between the structural wall and the inner wall leaf. The cavity and acoustic insulation further help control sound energy within the wall assembly.

What is the difference between a floating wall and a conventional soundproof wall?

A conventional wall may remain rigidly connected to the surrounding structure. A floating wall introduces resilient or independent separation to reduce direct sound and vibration transmission paths.

Where can floating wall systems be used?

They can be used in recording studios, broadcast facilities, cinemas, theatres, clubs, live venues, plant room enclosures, hotel party walls, and other spaces requiring improved separation between noise-generating and noise-sensitive areas.

How much does a floating wall system cost in Saudi Arabia?

The price depends on the wall area, cavity width, isolation method, acoustic insulation, board layers, existing construction, acoustic target, and project requirements. AcouStick provides project-specific pricing based on the required wall system.

Can AcouStick design a floating wall for my project?

Yes. Floating wall systems are project-engineered according to the existing structure and required acoustic performance. Send us your drawings, wall dimensions, existing construction, or acoustic requirements for a technical recommendation.

Need a Floating Wall System for Your Project?

Send us your drawings, wall dimensions, existing wall construction, acoustic target, or project details and our acoustic engineering team can recommend a suitable isolation system and provide project-based pricing.

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