CertainTeed Gypsum
4300 West Cypress Street
Suite 500
Tampa, FL 33607
Tel: 800-233-8990
Website: www.certainteed.com/Gypsum
Email: building.solutions@saint-gobain.com
SilentFX™ Noise-Reducing Gypsum Board. The best in acoustic management.
SilentFX™, featuring Green Glue® and M2Tech® technology, is a noise-reducing gypsum board specifically designed for systems requiring high STC ratings where acoustic management is needed.
Green Glue®, applied between two specially formulated gypsum boards, is a viscoelastic polymer that dampens sound energy and significantly improves sound attenuation through walls and ceilings.
SilentFX™ gypsum board is enclosed in a 100% recycled moisture and mold resistant face and back paper. As a result of the inclusion of M2Tech® technology, SilentFX™ also contributes to indoor air quality by providing enhanced moisture and mold resistance.
SilentFX™ Gypsum Boards are intended for use on interior walls and ceilings in residential, commercial or institutional applications. They can be used for new construction or renovations over wood or steel framing. It is typically nailed or screwed to studs spaced 16" or 24" o.c.
Thickness: Nominal 1/2" (12.7 mm); 5/8" (15.9 mm) Type X
Widths: 4' (1220 mm)
Lengths: 8' (2440 mm)
Custom lengths available upon request. Contact the nearest Sales Office for stocked lengths available.
Edges: Tapered
Packaging: Product is not bundled
Product Standards:
ASTM C 1396
ASTM C 1629
SilentFX™ Gypsum Board is installed following traditional methods of application and finishing of interior gypsum board products for both walls and ceilings.
- Plan SilentFX™ board layout to stagger joints from one side of the wall to the other
- Install insulating batts (CertainTeed's thermal and acoustical fiber glass insulation or equivalent) in cavities
- Use putty pads (tested per ASTM E 90) or acoustical sealant to seal electrical outlets
- Install SilentFX™ in accordance with GA-216, "Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panels" (ASTM C 840)
- Allow a 1/4" (6 mm) gap around all wall perimeter edges
- SilentFX™ boards are cut by deeply scoring from both sides and snapping, or using a hand or power saw
- Cutting across 4' (1220 mm) width may require use of a hand or power saw
- Seal the 1/4" (6 mm) perimeter gaps and wall penetrations per ASTM C 919 with acoustical sealant (Green Glue® Noiseproofing Sealant or equivalent)
SilentFX™ Gypsum Board may be finished, painted or wallpapered using conventional gypsum board techniques. The Gypsum Association publication GA-214, "Recommended Levels of Gypsum Board Finish," should be referenced when specifying the level of finishing desired.
For complete installation instructions, please see ProRoc Install Like the Pros, Gypsum Board Installation Guide.
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